<?xml version="1.0"?> <img src="http://www.mby.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2010/09/sheet_bend_cover.jpg"><h2>How to tie a sheet bend</h2>The beauty of the sheet bend is that it can be used for joining lines of dissimilar sizes, even when one has an eye already in it. In most instances it is best to take a second turn through the loop as this double sheet bend is more secure when working with springy synthetic ropes and is less inclined to come undone when not under load. Heres how you tie it:<br><img src="http://www.mby.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2010/09/sheet_bend_a.jpg"><h2>How to tie a sheet bend - Step 1</h2>Make a loop (or bight) in the larger of the two ropes. Pop the end of the other line through this loop.<br><img src="http://www.mby.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2010/09/sheet_bend_c.jpg"><h2>How to tie a sheet bend - Step 3</h2>Pass the end round the back of the loop and tuck it back under itself.<img src="http://www.mby.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2010/09/sheet_bend_d.jpg"><h2>How to tie a sheet bend - Step 4</h2>Taking another turn will make it more secure.<br><br><a href="http://marinedirectory.ybw.com/reprints/results_related.jsp?tem=ybw&id=53220">Buy the full colour knot guide from our online archive</a><br>
