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- noun a type of
bend knot used to join the ends of tubular webbing, commonly employed by mountaineers to create a sling seat, but not considered to be as safe as thebeer knot .
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reesetee commented on the word water knot
Used in climbing to join two pieces of webbed strapping, this is essentially an overhand knot with the second strap (or rope) passed along the knot in the reverse direction. The knot should be arranged neatly and pulled tight. Several inches of the straps should be left over, and for safety, some authorities recommend tying an overhand knot in the ends.
January 14, 2008