Bowline -

: Creates two fixed loops in the middle of a rope, useful for rescue or creating multiple anchor points.

Despite its strength, a simple bowline can occasionally shake loose if it isn't under constant tension (cyclic loading). For critical life-safety applications like climbing, instructors typically recommend backing it up with a safety knot or using a instead. bowline

: Pull the ends to secure the knot. The tag end should finish on the inside of the loop. Key Variations and Uses : Creates two fixed loops in the middle

: A variation where the working end finishes on the outside of the loop. bowline

: A method to tuck the tail back through the knot to prevent it from working loose, often used in climbing anchors. Important Safety Note