Alpine Butterfly Bend

Steps
Preparing the rope…

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  1. 1

    Arrange opposite ends

    Leave enough length in each end to make a turn and a tuck.

  2. 2

    Make the first turns

    Curve the two ends across their standing parts in opposite directions.

  3. 3

    Interlock the collars

    Take each end around the outside of the other turn.

  4. 4

    Bring the ends underneath

    Bring both ends below the center, keeping their paths separate.

  5. 5

    Pass through the center

    Pass the two ends through the central opening beside each other.

  6. 6

    Dress the butterfly bend

    The standing parts leave opposite sides. The two tails leave together beneath the interlocked collars.