Learn How To Tie A Figure 8 Hitch Knot - WhyKnot

Easy step by step instructions for tying a figure eight hitch knot in this knot tying video tutorial. It belongs to the figure eight family of knots which contains quite a few knots used for climbing. It is useful for light applications as it is not the strongest knot. However on the plus side it is very quick to tie and untie.

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[bryantreacher]

If you fold a figure of 8 knot in half you get two loop parts and if you make your knot using the two loop s it makes a much better knot being so much stronger

[DGA]

I wouldn't trust that hitch under ANY circumstances. Still love your channel and I subbed.

[XtrendX]

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[EzekielEshechiel]

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[chaikagome]

*Caution
This hitch has little holding power, especially for thick spar.
(In short, this is the same as "Timber hitch" with only half a turn. It is far better to use normal Timber hitch obediently.)