Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 6 days ago
The figure eight knot is useful as a stopper knot to prevent a line from sliding through a retaining device. The figure eight knot also can be used in lashing, as well as to keep a line from sliding through a pulley or to prevent a halyard from slipping into the mainsail rigging. If the final knot resembles a figure eight, you’ve done it right. Visit bit.ly/Knots-to-Know for more nautical knot videos.
The figure eight knot is useful as a stopper knot to prevent a line from sliding through a retaining device. The figure eight knot also can be used in lashing, as well as to keep a line from sliding through a pulley or to prevent a halyard from slipping into the mainsail rigging. If the final knot resembles a figure eight, you’ve done it right. Visit bit.ly/Knots-to-Know for more nautical knot videos.
