Difference between revisions of "Tie a Bowline Knot"
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The bowline is the "King of Knots" in the boating world. <ref>http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline</ref> | The bowline is the "King of Knots" in the boating world. <ref>http://www.animatedknots.com/bowline</ref> | ||
The bowline, pronounced 'Bowlin' not 'bow-line', is secure, easy to make and unties easily even after being subjected to a heavy load. Follow these simple steps to learn how to tie a basic and running bowline, as well as how to untie them. | The bowline, pronounced 'Bowlin' not 'bow-line', is secure, easy to make and unties easily even after being subjected to a heavy load. Follow these simple steps to learn how to tie a basic and running bowline, as well as how to untie them. | ||
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#Pull the knot apart once the knot has loosened. It may help to push the two sides of the knot together so that there is absolutely no tension on the rope while you pull the knot apart. | #Pull the knot apart once the knot has loosened. It may help to push the two sides of the knot together so that there is absolutely no tension on the rope while you pull the knot apart. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
