Anchor Bend

The Anchor Bend is the knot generally used to fasten a line to an anchor. The free end should be secured with seizing to the standing line for a permanent, secure knot. One side of a Double Fisherman’s also makes a good backup knot to this and any knot.

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Pro-Knot Tying Kit

Don’t forget your knot cards!
Animations are the best way to learn to tie a knot but sooner or later you’ll need a printed reference. Why settle for knots printed on paper or bulky books - stash a set of Knot Cards where they’ll be handy when you need them!
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