How To Tie A 'Figure of 8'

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How To Tie A 'Figure of 8'

Written by Joe

19th April 2018

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The figure of 8 knot is the first knot any aspiring adventurer learns when they take their first steps in climbing or mountaineering.

IFMGA qualified Mountain Guide Olly Allen from Mountain Tracks runs us through tying this knot and how to tie it in to your harness.

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