1. https://www.scoutresources.org.uk/downloads/knots_knot_notes.

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2. You have a rope with a damaged section in the middle and wish to avoid putting a strain on the
damaged section while still being able to ‘pull’ on the rope

Sheepshank. Make the damaged section the ‘middle’ of the

sheepshank, and when the ends are loaded, the middle section should not take

any undue strain. It is far from a perfect solution and should be included

temporarily at best. It should also not be used in critical situations or where

someone’s safety is at stake. It has the

ability to protect a weak or damaged section of the knot. Ensure

that the damaged area forms the middle line of the sheepshank. The

strain will be taken at either end and can protect a weak portion of the rope.

Sheet Bend. A Sheet Bend can be useful in joining lines of

different diameters. If in doubt about security, use a Double Sheet Bend.

Although you can use other bends if the ropes are not hugely different in

Diameter. The sheet bend can be tied using the

One-Handed Twist Method which is also used to secure the bowline, very fast to tie and easily untied

and when slipped, is one of the easiest bends to work with.

Double Figure Eight. It is a nice loop for this purpose as

even a beginner can learn to tie it quickly, and you can tell at a glance if it has

been tied correctly. Climbers favour this knot because its distinctive shape makes it easy to check