The racking bend is a knot for joining two ropes of different diameter. "Racking" refers to the
figure eight
Figure 8 (figure of 8 in British English) may refer to:
* 8 (number), in Arabic numerals
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weaving that binds the
bight
The word is derived from Old English ''byht'' (“bend, angle, corner; bay, bight”). In modern English, bight may refer to:
* Bight (geography), recess of a coast, bay, or other curved feature
* Bight (knot), a curved section, slack part, or loo ...
of the larger rope together.
It serves a somewhat similar purpose as a
Sheet bend
The sheet bend (also known as becket bend, weaver's knot and weaver's hitch) is a bend. It is practical for joining lines of different diameter or rigidity.
It is quick and easy to tie, and is considered so essential it is the first knot given ...
, a
Double sheet bend or a
Heaving line bend
The heaving line bend is a knot for securely joining two ropes of different diameter or rigidity. It is often used to affix playing strings to the thick silk eyes of an anchorage knot in some stringed instruments. In nautical use, the heaving line ...
, and may be used to throw a thick line over with the help of a thinner line at the end of which there may be a weight such as a
Monkey fist or a
Heaving line knot.
See also
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List of bend knots
This is a list of bends. A bend is a knot used to join two lengths of rope. They are used in a variety of situations, including climbing, sailing, and securing loads. Bend knots are classified based on their ability to be tightened or released, th ...
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List of knots
This list of knots includes many alternative names for common knots and lashings. Knot names have evolved over time, and there are many conflicting or confusing naming issues. The overhand knot, for example, is also known as the thumb knot. The ...
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