Re:The Ashley Book of Knots
by pclmulqdq on Wednesday September 27, 2023 @03:59PM
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I would suggest adding the sheet bend (ABOK #1) to that list: if you ever end up not having enough rope, you will want to be able to join multiple sections together.
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Yea, another good Scout knot. While a square knot can do the same it can capsize under tension!
Re:The Ashley Book of Knots
by eternityforest on Thursday September 28, 2023 @01:13AM
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Pretty sure Ashley himself says the square knot should never be used as a bend, and that doing so has probably killed more people than any other knot failure.
Square knots used as bends have a tendency to loosen over time, especially when they are not under tension (or the line alternates between slack and taut).
I believe the US Navy recommends 2 bowlines over a square knot, but the sheet bend is still the gold standard.