Description
The Overhand loop is a simple knot which forms a fixed loop in a rope.
Use
The knot can be used for attaching clips, hooks, other rope, etc., but has the disadvantage
that it is likely to jam tight when the rope has been pulled and the knot may need to be
cut off.
Releasing
Jamming
Security
The overhand knot is very secure, to the point of jamming badly.
Other names
Overhand loop, Loop knot.
Tying
Made by tying an Overhand knot in the bight, it can be tied anywhere along a rope (does not need any working end).