How to Tie a Slipped Overhand Knot

Tie this slipped overhand knot in five easy steps. This knot is perfect for securing a line to a bar or post.

By Colin Jarman
Updated on December 15, 2021
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Many people find this an almost instinctive way to form a loop that tightens under load — a slip knot. It’s clearly based on the Overhand Knot and is an easy way to attach a line to a post or bar. To undo the knot, pull the sliding part back using the short end.

Slipped Overhand Knot

1. Form a crossed loop in the line so that the left part lies over the right.

person forming a crossed loop with a white rope

2. Pass a bight of line from the left-hand part up through the loop.

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