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Overhand loop

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Overhand loop
File:Overhand-loop-ABOK-1046.jpg
Names Overhand loop, Loop knot
Category loop
Origin Ancient
Releasing Jamming
ABoK #1046


The Overhand loop is a simple knot which forms a fixed loop in a rope. Made by tying an Overhand knot in the bight, it can be tied anywhere along a rope.