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## [Welcome to the new IGKT Forum! 👋](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/welcome-to-the-new-igkt-forum/5)

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**Author:** [@system](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/system)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [24 September 2025 11:36 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/welcome-to-the-new-igkt-forum/5 "2025-09-24T11:36:47Z")

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We are so glad you joined us. International Guild Of Knot Tyers Forum The global community furthering practical, recreational and theoretical aspects of knotting Here are some things you can do to get started: …

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## [Model/Prism of only 3 repeated root elements for organic/cornerless rope works](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/model-prism-of-only-3-repeated-root-elements-for-organic-cornerless-rope-works/7721)

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**Author:** [@KC1](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/KC1)\
**Replies:** 29\
**Last updated:** [23 September 2026 22:42 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/model-prism-of-only-3-repeated-root-elements-for-organic-cornerless-rope-works/7721 "2026-09-23T22:42:01Z")

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Looking at a corner as an immediate, forced, un-natural, inorganic, flow interruption; vs. the more natural, gradual, organic flow of arc for best architecture when loaded. Other than in-organic corner, the 3 elemen…

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## [Peer review needed: How Knots Work - draft](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/peer-review-needed-how-knots-work-draft/10194)

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**Author:** [@dionzand](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/dionzand)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [23 September 2026 21:28 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/peer-review-needed-how-knots-work-draft/10194 "2026-09-23T21:28:25Z")

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Hi all! I have recently started taking an interest in knot tying. I have a strong science background, and my way of learning has always been: "understanding how and why something works". For me, simply following a step-…

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## [One-way locking knot – request for identification and prior references](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/one-way-locking-knot-request-for-identification-and-prior-references/10190)

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**Author:** [@ettore.bergadano](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/ettore.bergadano)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [23 September 2026 21:25 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/one-way-locking-knot-request-for-identification-and-prior-references/10190 "2026-09-23T21:25:59Z")

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IGKT – New Knot Investigation Hello, my name is Ettore Bergadano and I would like to ask the IGKT community for help in identifying and evaluating a knot that I have been using and studying for some time. The knot has…

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## [Prusking (1973) by Bob THRUN (RIP 2017)](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/prusking-1973-by-bob-thrun-rip-2017/10193)

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**Author:** [@Dan\_Lehman](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Dan_Lehman)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [23 September 2026 21:21 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/prusking-1973-by-bob-thrun-rip-2017/10193 "2026-09-23T21:21:47Z")

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Here is a copy of Bob Thrun's Prusiking, a survey of cordage-based methods of ascending/descending rope. --dl\*

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## [From the abok number this chart shows You its page number in Ashley book of knots.](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/from-the-abok-number-this-chart-shows-you-its-page-number-in-ashley-book-of-knots/10192)

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**Author:** [@JeanB](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/JeanB)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [23 September 2026 11:08 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/from-the-abok-number-this-chart-shows-you-its-page-number-in-ashley-book-of-knots/10192 "2026-09-23T11:08:04Z")

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Hello Please be indulgent, it’s my first post. Sometimes, it’s tedious leafing through the 638 pages of the bible, the Ashley book of knots in order to check an item. Knowing the abok num…

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## [LEE ZEP BEND](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/lee-zep-bend/10175)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [22 September 2026 21:54 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/lee-zep-bend/10175 "2026-09-22T21:54:30Z")

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Always wanted to showcase Alan Lee's marvellous discovery - the 'Lee Zep Bowline' and corresponding 'Lee Zep Bend'. Enjoy...

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## [Re: My Working Notes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/re-my-working-notes-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8/6324)

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**Author:** [@siriuso](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/siriuso)\
**Replies:** 197\
**Last updated:** [20 September 2026 18:32 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/re-my-working-notes-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8/6324 "2026-09-20T18:32:55Z")

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Hi dear all, The bends shown in " My Working Notes"are tied in three Ends Starting Methods. They are : Cross Ends, Opposite Ends, and Parallel Ends, which you will find the two working ends are all going to form ove…

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## [President's Forum](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/presidents-forum/10186)

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**Author:** [@Barbedknot](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Barbedknot)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [19 September 2026 23:55 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/presidents-forum/10186 "2026-09-19T23:55:15Z")

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On World Knot Tying Day I will announce an event. Stay tuned!

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## [A one-handed method of tying the Alpine Butterfly](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/a-one-handed-method-of-tying-the-alpine-butterfly/5950)

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**Author:** [@knot\_rigger](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/knot_rigger)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [17 September 2026 06:32 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/a-one-handed-method-of-tying-the-alpine-butterfly/5950 "2026-09-17T06:32:27Z")

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Please take a look at: http://tinyurl.com/1HBdraft and let me know what you think. I appreciate any comments or constructive criticism regarding the tying method, or the video presentation. thanks andy

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## [airplane tie-down knots](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/airplane-tie-down-knots/4590)

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**Author:** [@kd8eeh](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/kd8eeh)\
**Replies:** 59\
**Last updated:** [15 September 2026 04:08 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/airplane-tie-down-knots/4590 "2026-09-15T04:08:47Z")

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i already know some nice binders that work for this pupose, but my dad uses a chain hitch for this purpose and i don’t think it is a very secure way of doing it. however, he says that he just wants something that may be…

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## [Examples of use of Ezelius knot variants](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/examples-of-use-of-ezelius-knot-variants/10081)

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**Author:** [@Ezelius](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Ezelius)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [15 September 2026 03:40 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/examples-of-use-of-ezelius-knot-variants/10081 "2026-09-15T03:40:06Z")

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Dear Sirs, I have made some examples of how use the Ezelius knot: I also made an instruction of the inverted variant of Ezelius knot, including examples of use: This is the original description of the Ezelius’ sli…

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## [( Fwd: Texts on Knot mechanics and Knot definitions, in the age of AI. ) from Xarax -2](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/fwd-texts-on-knot-mechanics-and-knot-definitions-in-the-age-of-ai-from-xarax-2/10162)

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**Author:** [@eric22](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/eric22)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [8 September 2026 02:30 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/fwd-texts-on-knot-mechanics-and-knot-definitions-in-the-age-of-ai-from-xarax-2/10162 "2026-09-08T02:30:31Z")

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Text written by X + Claude Knot Mechanics: How a Tangle of Rope Learns to Hold Itself Twist two loose fibers together and pull: instead of sliding apart, they grip. That fact may be humanity's oldest working piece of …

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## [What is the name of the knot and the hitch](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/what-is-the-name-of-the-knot-and-the-hitch/10167)

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**Author:** [@Peter\_kostov](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Peter_kostov)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [6 September 2026 11:05 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/what-is-the-name-of-the-knot-and-the-hitch/10167 "2026-09-06T11:05:42Z")

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Knot Tying: Seamanship: Knots, Bends, and Hitches 1973 Department of Defense

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## [Mirrored double Butterfly](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/mirrored-double-butterfly/10083)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 28\
**Last updated:** [6 September 2026 10:23 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/mirrored-double-butterfly/10083 "2026-09-06T10:23:42Z")

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I noted the similar appearance of a mirrored double Butterfly compared to a midline (TIB) Riggers bend. Refer to image below… I find these structures interesting - and challenging to tie. It compels one to think about…

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## [The bulgarian crazy colibri (CC) hitch](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/the-bulgarian-crazy-colibri-cc-hitch/10178)

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**Author:** [@Sarkis\_Artinyan](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Sarkis_Artinyan)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [6 September 2026 05:21 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/the-bulgarian-crazy-colibri-cc-hitch/10178 "2026-09-06T05:21:59Z")

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Name of the knot: Bulgarian Crazy Colibri (CC) Hitch Author: Sarkis Artinyan Date of Creation: 29.07.2026, 22.00 PM Location: Plovdiv, BULGARIA Category: Friction Hitch/Arborist Hitch Type: Original knot. No…

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## [hawser bowline, extra step winding the collar legs on](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/hawser-bowline-extra-step-winding-the-collar-legs-on/9872)

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**Author:** [@alana](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/alana)\
**Replies:** 42\
**Last updated:** [6 September 2026 00:19 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/hawser-bowline-extra-step-winding-the-collar-legs-on/9872 "2026-09-06T00:19:51Z")

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is this feasible, or nay. here the working end will double up, and be winched onto the s.part, i think; forms u-turns, or an s-shape? the third example might need a bit of babysitting while tying it, but …

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## [Best Dressing for BoaB (#1082 images)](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/best-dressing-for-boab-1082-images/10013)

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**Author:** [@Dan\_Lehman](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Dan_Lehman)\
**Replies:** 8\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 20:44 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/best-dressing-for-boab-1082-images/10013 "2026-09-05T20:44:30Z")

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I’ve often found myself trying to figure out how best to dress the BoaBight. Now, I’ve found a dressing that gives both of the (potential? --use of the EK isn’t specified) S.Parts 3 diameters of material to surround…

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## [Binding knots with more turns](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/binding-knots-with-more-turns/10171)

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**Author:** [@Backflip](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Backflip)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 13:23 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/binding-knots-with-more-turns/10171 "2026-09-05T13:23:09Z")

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I look for information regarding binding knots with more turns for a specific application you see at pictures below. This is my first post in this forum, so I hope for your advise on using it right. I noticed this forum…

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## [Suggestions for knot practice regime ?](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/suggestions-for-knot-practice-regime/10164)

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**Author:** [@Tavis](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Tavis)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 08:04 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/suggestions-for-knot-practice-regime/10164 "2026-09-05T08:04:22Z")

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I'm enjoying learning new knots and practicing them. However I wish I had some way of prompting myself to tie random knots. Maybe I should just make some good ol fashioned flash cards and pick them at random. But I imag…

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## [Historic knot teaching video 1973](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/historic-knot-teaching-video-1973/10177)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [5 September 2026 05:18 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/historic-knot-teaching-video-1973/10177 "2026-09-05T05:18:23Z")

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While looking for historical evidence of the 'Lineman's Rider' (Butterfly), I stumbled across this video from 1973. Alas, no Butterfly knots... Some of the claims made in this video are amusing by todays standards (eg …

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## [Pen needed a grip](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/pen-needed-a-grip/10166)

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**Author:** [@andrew\_a2](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/andrew_a2)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [2 September 2026 20:48 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/pen-needed-a-grip/10166 "2026-09-02T20:48:08Z")

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I bought an expensive pen, but my hand kept slipping down the tapered shaft. How do I prevent this from happening? Solution: Some whipping, super glue, and a turk's head. Now the pen is worth the money I paid for it. …

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## [Water Bowline variation. What is it called.](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/water-bowline-variation-what-is-it-called/10127)

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**Author:** [@Kappietano](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Kappietano)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [28 August 2026 23:39 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/water-bowline-variation-what-is-it-called/10127 "2026-08-28T23:39:27Z")

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Hi gents, I’m new here but interested in ropework since I was a little Sea Scout :wink: Can anyone tell me the name of this knot? I was searching on this forum and beyond, but can’t find the answer. It is a Lef…

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## [New Knot Inquiry](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/new-knot-inquiry/10165)

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**Author:** [@Pasta](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/Pasta)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [28 August 2026 00:00 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/new-knot-inquiry/10165 "2026-08-28T00:00:18Z")

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I have found a knot that can be tied in the middle of a line without using a running end. The first four steps of tying the hangman's knot (pictured) can be accomplished without a running end if you use a loop instead of…

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## [Adjustable loop / guyline hitch](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/adjustable-loop-guyline-hitch/6148)

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**Author:** [@brifoz](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/brifoz)\
**Replies:** 5\
**Last updated:** [23 August 2026 14:33 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/adjustable-loop-guyline-hitch/6148 "2026-08-23T14:33:15Z")

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Happy New Year! I had some correspondence with Dan Lehmann in 2004 about this knot and he was very helpful. He found one “accidental” appearance in one edition of a book, where it was drawn by mistake, it appears not to…

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## [Guild badge on Facebook profile photo](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/guild-badge-on-facebook-profile-photo/10158)

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**Author:** [@stephenmas](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/stephenmas)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [21 August 2026 10:21 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/guild-badge-on-facebook-profile-photo/10158 "2026-08-21T10:21:28Z")

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A while ago I was able to overlay the guild badge over my facebook profile pictue. Does anyone know if this is still possible and maybe point me in the right direction as to how? Thanks all

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## [KNOT IDENTIFICATION (geometry / topology)](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/knot-identification-geometry-topology/10160)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [20 August 2026 02:21 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/knot-identification-geometry-topology/10160 "2026-08-20T02:21:50Z")

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To my audience of one - Dan! So as not to de-rail another topic thread, I've started this new topic. Please examine all of the knots in the image below. I am introducing the idea of taxonomic knot classification. Thi…

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## [( Fwd: Texts on Knot mechanics and Knot definitions, in the age of AI. ) from Xarax](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/fwd-texts-on-knot-mechanics-and-knot-definitions-in-the-age-of-ai-from-xarax/10161)

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**Author:** [@eric22](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/eric22)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [19 August 2026 17:26 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/fwd-texts-on-knot-mechanics-and-knot-definitions-in-the-age-of-ai-from-xarax/10161 "2026-08-19T17:26:05Z")

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Hi all, Just to share with You. starting from two initial texts I wrote, in hours, here is what various free AI chatbots synthesized - in seconds ! Enjoy - and do the same, with texts written by you. It is about time …

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## [Butterfly knot history](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/butterfly-knot-history/10146)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 26\
**Last updated:** [17 August 2026 23:15 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/butterfly-knot-history/10146 "2026-08-17T23:15:32Z")

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The historical evidence of the Butterfly knot (Linemans rider or Linemans loop) has been difficult to trace. We know of Henry Bushby's 1902 private journal where drawings were found of the 'Butterfly' (but unamed). We …

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## [Offset Overhand Bend (tied with bights)](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/offset-overhand-bend-tied-with-bights/10157)

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**Author:** [@agent\_smith](https://discourse.igkt.net/u/agent_smith)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [17 August 2026 03:30 UTC](https://discourse.igkt.net/t/offset-overhand-bend-tied-with-bights/10157 "2026-08-17T03:30:39Z")

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Something I have been using for a while - but never reported on this forum. A different take on the regular Offset Overhand Bend is to tie it with 'bights'. Many 'bends' can be tied like this (ie with bights). It is p…

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