Advantages
- Forms stable, secure loop after initial setting
- Allows for the knot to be loaded three ways; by each end of the main line and the loop
- Relatively easy to untie after loading (more difficult if wet)
- Size of loop can be adjusted more easily than with bulkier or more complex loop knots
- Easy to inspect
- Can be easily tied with gloves on
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