Running bowline
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Running_bowline.jpg
Running_bowline.jpg
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Running_bowline_howto.jpg
Running_bowline_howto.jpg
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Canonical name
Running bowline.
Variant name(s)
Unknown.
Category
Origin
Ancient.
Related knot(s)
Releasing
Non-jamming.
Efficiency
Unknown%
Caveat
None.
Uses
- Fish out floating objects that have fallen overboard.
- Tightening the saquaresail to the yard in high winds.
Comments
The running bowline is strong and secure and does not weaken the rope. It slides easily and can be undone just as simply.
Tying
- Tie a simple bowline with a small loop and pass the standing part in the loop or use the image as a guide.