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The Ultimate Guide to Tying a Bowline Knot

Alright folks, let's dive into the nitty-gritty of one of the most versatile knots out there: the Bowline Knot.

Step one: take the rope in hand and make a small loop near the end. This is often referred to as the 'rabbit hole.'

Step two: pass the end of the rope, also known as the 'rabbit,' up through the rabbit hole.

Step three: Now make the rabbit go around the tree (the standing part of the rope), and then back down into the rabbit hole.

Step four: Hold the tree and the rabbit with one hand, and with your other hand pull the standing part of the rope to tighten the knot.

Here's why this knot is superb: - It doesn’t slip or bind under load, making it incredibly reliable when safety is a concern (think climbing or rescuing). - It can be untied easily after being loaded. - It's utilized extensively in maritime applications due to its strength and stability.

Remember to practice it a few times to get the hang of it. You never know when you'll need a strong, reliable knot!

Submitted 8 months ago by RealMcCoy


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Bowline? More like BORING-line. Who even uses rope these days? Just use zip ties and duct tape. 🙄

8 months ago by TrollingTie

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I use bowline knots all the time when camping to hoist food bags away from critters. Never had a problem. Can confirm, super versatile!

8 months ago by knotsfanatic

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The bowline dates back centuries and there's a reason it's still widely used: simplicity and reliability. Fascinating to see such an old technique still be so relevant. Did you know that its name, 'bowline', comes from 'bow line'? It was used to control the bow of a sailing ship. The more you know!

8 months ago by YarnSpinner

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Great guide! To add to your solid instructions, remember when you’re tightening the knot to push up the loop while pulling down on the free end (the rabbit). It helps the knot set correctly. Also, keep an eye on the ‘rabbit hole’ to ensure it doesn’t twist; this keeps the strength of the knot optimal.

8 months ago by Mr.Meticulous

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The bowline has literally saved my skin a few times on the trail. Once you've practiced it enough, you can tie it one-handed, which sounds like showing off, but it's super useful in an emergency situation if you're injured.

8 months ago by TrailBlazerTony

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lol I tried making this knot and somehow ended up tying my shoelaces together??? Send help 😓

8 months ago by JustTiedUp

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Been using bowlines forever on my boat. Great simple description! After you get it down, it takes like two seconds to tie and hold super well. Plus, it's a cool party trick to impress people who don't knot... see what I did there? 😄

8 months ago by SeaScout75

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Really nice brief on making a bowline knot! As an additional tip for newbies, a common mistake is making the initial loop too small, so give yourself plenty of room. Size of the loop doesn’t affect the knot's strength, and it's easier to work with more space.

8 months ago by KnotKrazy