| Running bowline | |
|---|---|
| Category | Running |
| Origin | Ancient |
| Related | bowline, noose |
| Releasing | Non-jamming |
| Typical use | Fishing out floating objects that have fallen overboard. Tightening the squaresail to the yard in high winds. |
| Caveat | None. |
| ABoK | #1117 and #2071 |
The running bowline is a type of noose, a knot related in structure to the bowline.
The running bowline is strong and secure. It slides easily and can be undone just as simply.
Tying: Tie a simple bowline with a small loop and pass the standing part in the loop or use the image as a guide.