What is the Figure 9 Loop used for?

Tying a fixed loop at the end of the rope that unties easily after a load; Anchoring in rescue and rope access where the figure 8 jams too much; Creating an attachment point that needs to be undone frequently; Serving as the end loop in hoisting and hauling systems.

How do you tie the Figure 9 Loop?

The Figure 9 Loop is a cousin of the figure 8, but with one extra half turn in the rope. That added turn makes the knot a bit bigger and, for many people, easier to untie after taking a heavy load, which makes it popular in rope access. Follow the illustrated step-by-step, with a photo for every stage, on Desbravai.

Is the Figure 9 Loop hard to tie?

The Figure 9 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 9 Loop?

How easily it unties depends on the rope and the load; don't count on it as an absolute guarantee; It uses more rope and ends up bulkier than the figure 8; Always check the layout before loading it.

Figure 9 Loop

Q: What other names does the Figure 9 Loop have?

It is also known as Figure 9 Loop, Figure-of-Nine Loop, Figure Nine Loop, Nudo de nueve, Lazo de nueve, Nó de nove, Laço de nove, Nó em nove. (ABOK #521)

A fixed loop similar to the figure 8 but with an extra half turn, easier to untie after heavy loading

Also called: Figure 9 Loop, Figure-of-Nine Loop, Figure Nine Loop, Nudo de nueve, Lazo de nueve, Nó de nove, Laço de nove, Nó em nove · ABOK #521

What it is for

Tying a fixed loop at the end of the rope that unties easily after a load
Anchoring in rescue and rope access where the figure 8 jams too much
Creating an attachment point that needs to be undone frequently
Serving as the end loop in hoisting and hauling systems