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Secure Blake's Hitch with Figure 8 Stopper Knot

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Introduction to Climbing gear, ropes and knots for tree work

What happens here

To further secure the Blake's Hitch, Keith demonstrates tying a 'Figure 8' stopper knot at the tail end of the rope. This knot prevents the Blake's Hitch from backing out or running, ensuring complete safety. He then performs a test, pulling on the rope to confirm the knot's security and that it holds his weight.

Goal: Prevent the Blake's Hitch from loosening by adding a stopper knot.

Tools and materials

  • Lifeline — The main rope used to support the climber

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so this doesn't back out on you it doesn't run and now you are free to work in the tree like this [Music] all right stan you're about to go up yep you have your ground saddle spikes flip line your lifeline's already set we're gonna tie you in take the tail end of the rope and now you're gonna tie your blake's hitch

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