True. There are several ways to tie this. We find that it is easiest for folks to get the desired size loop and tail length this way. But you're right, it's the same result if you tie the knot with all three strands!
The overhand here isn't in a traditional bend configuration, it doesn't join two ends of rope. Instead in the Purcell, there are two opposing but overlapping bights that need to be joined. An overhand works best for us there. Some people tie a figure 8 in that spot.
Thank you for an outstanding video on how to put this together!!!!!!
I just learned to use these with ascenders. Great timing.
Nice addition of the shelf! useful
Extremely helpful video my guy 🤌
Perfect! I recently used a friend's on a climb and wanted to learn to tie my own. thanks!
Good to hear! They are super handy!
great instruction
in this configuration would you clip in short to the non prussik loop (assuming it is girth hitched on your harness) to extend your rap device?
You end up with two loops above yhe prussic... Can you clip them into two different attachment points? Like at an anchor? Thanks!
you dont have to follow through the double figure eight, you can just tie it with all three strands
True. There are several ways to tie this. We find that it is easiest for folks to get the desired size loop and tail length this way. But you're right, it's the same result if you tie the knot with all three strands!
What’s reasoning for overhand knot over double fisherman’s to close the loop.?
The overhand here isn't in a traditional bend configuration, it doesn't join two ends of rope. Instead in the Purcell, there are two opposing but overlapping bights that need to be joined. An overhand works best for us there. Some people tie a figure 8 in that spot.
What type of 6mm rope are you using?
Tom, the cord in the video is kernmantle accessory cord in 6mm.