Directional figure eight

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Directional figure eight
Names Directional figure eight, Inline Figure-Eight Loop, Single Bowline on the Bight
Category loop
ABoK #1058

The Directional Figure Eight (aka Inline Figure-Eight Loop) is a loop knot. It is useful on a hauling line to create loops that can be used as handholds. It also provides a place to attach a Z-Drag to the line when prusiks are unavailable.

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