Slipped Sheet Bend

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1. 1

   Make a bight in the first rope

   Fold the heavier rope into an open U and approach with the working rope.
2. 2

   Enter the bight

   Pass the working end through the U from behind.
3. 3

   Go around both legs

   Carry the end around the back of both parts of the first rope.
4. 4

   Fold the working end

   Make a closed bight instead of tucking the free tail.
5. 5

   Push the fold under its own entry

   Feed both sides of the fold beneath the working rope’s entry strand.
6. 6

   Bring the folded end through

   Keep the free tail outside while the closed fold advances.
7. 7

   Draw out the release loop

   Leave a clear folded loop. Pulling the short tail releases the slipped finish.
8. 8

   Dress the slipped bend

   Gather the crossing around the receiving bight. Keep the release loop open and its short tail outside.