Figure Eight Knot Tutorial - Outdoor & Climbing

The figure eight knot is one of the most essential basic knots in the outdoor, survival, and climbing world. In this figure eight knot tutorial, I'll show you how it's tied, discuss the advantages and drawbacks, and give you a rundown on the most essential facts. Playlist - Knots, Rope, and Cordage - All you need to know    • Playlist   00:00 Introduction 00:40 What is a figure eight knot used for? 01:24 Figure eight knot as a stopper knot 02:14 Single strand figure eight 03:12 Figure eight on a bight 04:18 Figure eight knot - pull through double strand 06:14 Drawbacks of the figure eight knot 07:10 How to make it easy to open 07:55 How to check a figure eight knot 09:07 Fabio's preferred stopper knot