Tarbuck knot

Tarbuck knot

Knot-details
name=Tarbuck knot


names=
type= running
origin= modern
related= Hangman's knot, noose
releasing= Non-jamming
strength= 32%
uses= Climbing
caveat= The knot grips adequately, but under sudden stress will slide to a limited extent thus reducing shock.
abok_number=

The tarbuck knot was developed by Kenneth Tarbuck for use by climbers, and is primarily used with nylon ropes. It is often used when the rope is subject to heavy or sudden loads, as it will slide to a limited extent thus reducing shock. The knot is non-jamming.


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