How to Tie a Running Bowline

Running Bowline: A Beginners Guide

 

What is a Running Bowline? It is a flexible knot that can tie a secure loop without compromising the rope’s utility. Unlike a basic bowline knot, knot can easily be adjusted by moving the knot along the line. This adaptability makes it advantageous when fastening the rope to objects of varying sizes. It is easy to learn and assemble. 

Running Bowline is Common!

The running bowline is a knot consisting of a bowline looped around its own standing end to create a noose. This knot is strong and secure. It slides easily and can be undone just as simply.

This knot is VERY commonly used in the lineman trade in many different applications in the field. For rigging, hoisting, tying things down. This is just a variation of the bowline knot. If you can tie a bowline, you can tie a running bowline!

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