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− | + | '''Canonical Name''': Carrick Bend<br> | |
− | + | '''Category''': [[bend]]<br> | |
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The name is also said to have been derived from the [[Carrack]], a medieval type of ship. | The name is also said to have been derived from the [[Carrack]], a medieval type of ship. | ||
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== Uses == | == Uses == | ||
Securing two lines, particularly heavy ropes or decorative purposes. | Securing two lines, particularly heavy ropes or decorative purposes. | ||
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[[Category:Knots]] | [[Category:Knots]] |
Revision as of 03:36, 3 March 2005
Canonical Name: Carrick Bend
Category: bend
Efficiency: Unknown %
Origin
Ancient. The name comes from Carrick Roads - a large natural anchorage by Falmouth in Cornwall, England. Carrick is also a local government district in Cornwall and the knot is the emblem of Carrick District Council.
The name is also said to have been derived from the Carrack, a medieval type of ship.
Uses
Securing two lines, particularly heavy ropes or decorative purposes.
Tying
See article/pictures.
Considered to be one of the most secure bends. Will untie easily even after carrying a significant load and/or getting wet.
Unless the two free ends are lashed to the two standing parts, the knot will collapse into a different shape under load, which does not reduce its strength in any way.