Description
The Reever knot is a secure bend for joining two ropes. An important attribute of the knot is that each line going in and out of the knot is clamped at two points within the knot. For this reason it is considered secure and resistant to being shaken loose when subject to intermittent loads.
Use
Used for joining two ropes subject to intermittent loads. Good for joining wet, slippery or incompatible materials such as synthetic ropes or bungee cords.
Releasing
Non-jamming
Security
Knot is considered reliable and secure. Resistant to being shaken loose.
Other names
Reever knot, Vice versa bend
Tying