What is the Figure 8 Directional Loop used for?

Creating a handhold for several people to pull a hoisting rope; Making pull points along a rope in pioneering projects and crossings; Attaching a pulley or carabiner at a mid-line point; Serving as a handhold on an improvised rescue line; Setting up tow lines with multiple grips for a team.

How do you tie the Figure 8 Directional Loop?

The Figure 8 Directional Loop is a fixed loop tied in the middle of the rope (without using the ends) that holds pull from a single direction. It's useful when you need a handhold or a quick pull point somewhere along the line, without access to the ends. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Figure 8 Directional Loop hard to tie?

The Figure 8 Directional Loop is rated medium, in the Loops category and is taught with a photo at every stage on Desbravai.

What precautions apply when using the Figure 8 Directional Loop?

It's only safe when pulled from the correct direction; loaded the wrong way, it can deform and lose strength; Don't rely on it as the sole life-safety point without confirming load and direction.

Figure 8 Directional Loop

Q: What other names does the Figure 8 Directional Loop have?

It is also known as Figure 8 Directional Loop, Directional Figure Eight, In-Line Figure Eight Loop, Inline Figure 8 Loop, Nudo de ocho direccional, Lazo de ocho en línea, Ocho direccional, Laço direcional de oito.

Figure 8 Directional Loop — step by step

A figure-8 loop in the middle of the rope that holds pull from one direction only, used as a handhold or pull point in hoisting

Also called: Figure 8 Directional Loop, Directional Figure Eight, In-Line Figure Eight Loop, Inline Figure 8 Loop, Nudo de ocho direccional, Lazo de ocho en línea, Ocho direccional, Laço direcional de oito

What it is for

Creating a handhold for several people to pull a hoisting rope
Making pull points along a rope in pioneering projects and crossings
Attaching a pulley or carabiner at a mid-line point
Serving as a handhold on an improvised rescue line
Setting up tow lines with multiple grips for a team