Adjustable bend

Adjustable bend

Knot-details
name=Adjustable bend


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type= bend
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releasing= Non-jamming
uses= Climbing
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abok_number=1472

The adjustable bend is a bend knot that can be easily lengthened or shortened.

A rolling hitch is used to tie the end of each rope to the standing part of the other. Ashley suggests it for tying guy ropes.


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