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Rock Climbing Knots - Overhand Knot

This is probably the simplest knot, and the easiest to learn. The Overhand Knot is usually used as a stopper knot and is also the basis of several other knots used in climbing-related activities. Learn how to tie an Overhand Knot in this section. Our animation below can guide you as you go through the steps.

Step 1:
Make a crossing turn or loop by placing the working end on top of the standing part.

Step 2:
Pass the working end through the loop.

Step 3:
Pull both ends to tighten.

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I frequently use this as a backup knot when I tie into my harness with a figure eight.

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