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Meanings of flat overhand in English
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Usage of flat overhand in English
1
If desired, tie a second flat overhand as a backup knot.
2
When used correctly, the flat overhand knot is superior for rigging a rappel.
3
To join cordelettes with the rope, a flat overhand works well.
4
The flat overhand knot, also known as the European death knot.
5
Connect the pull-cord to the rappel rope with a flat overhand, creating a knot-block.
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We recommend the flat overhand (see sidebar at bottom).
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The two ropes were joined together with two flat overhand knots at one end, typical of stopper knots.
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Visit Website As with any knot, the effectiveness of the flat overhand depends on how well it is tied.
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Pull tests showed that the flat overhand rolled multiple times under a heavy load, sucking the tails toward the knot.
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Do not mistake the flat overhand for the flat figure 8, which requires an additional half twist and threading the tails through the loop.