Rethreaded figure 8

A rethreaded figure 8 is a knot used by climbers to secure the rope to their harness. The climber first ties a simple figure 8 knot in the rope, then threads the rope through the harness's tie-in points. After this, they retrace the original figure 8 knot with the loose end, creating a secure and strong connection. This knot is reliable and easy to inspect, making it a standard for lead and sport climbing.

Examples

A "Rethreaded figure 8" is a common knot used in lead climbing and sports climbing to tie the climber’s rope into their harness. Lead Climbing: In lead climbing, the climber starts from the ground and ties a rethreaded figure 8 knot to their harness. This secure knot ensures that, as they climb and clip the rope into the quickdraws, their connection to the rope remains strong and reliable. Sports Climbing: For sports climbing, where the routes are equipped with permanent anchors (bolts), the climber ties a rethreaded figure 8 to their harness before starting the climb. This knot helps them progress safely up the bolted route, providing a secure attachment to the rope in case of a fall.