This knot is touted by Ashley as being "one
of the firmest of the Double Loops since the two loops do not directly communicate
with each other" (ABoK, p. 200). It seems to me that the loops still
indirectly communicate, and I use that for initial adjustment. When the
knot is properly set, it would be nearly impossible to get the rope to move
between the loops.
Step #1
To start this knot, begin with a butterfly
knot, but leave it loose as shown instead of drawing it up tight.
Step #2
Take the material from the lower two loops and pull
bights through the upper loop.
Step #3
Grasp the the top of the loop you just poked the bights
through and bring it toward you and down so that it rests across the standing
lines.
Finished "Rigid
Double Splayed Loop in a Bight"
Front View
Pull on the standing part to dress the knot. Pull
on all parts to set the knot.
Finished "Rigid
Double Splayed Loop in a Bight"
- Rear View
Pull on the standing part to dress the knot. Pull
on all parts to set the knot.
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