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Stopper Knots

Heaving Line Knot

The Heaving line knot can be used to add weight to the end
of the rope to give mass to it when you want to throw it.

Step #1

Form a bight.

Heaving Line Knot - Step 1

Step #2

Start making turns, taking the end behind the standing part and wrapping it around the bight.

Heaving Line Knot - Step 2

Step #3

Make several turns.

Heaving Line Knot - Step 3

Step #4

Insert the end through the loop.

Heaving Line Knot - Step 4

Finished Heaving Line Knot

Pull on the standing part to tighten the knot.

Finished Heaving Line Knot


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