Double Sheet Bend

Double Sheet Bend

The double sheet bend, also known as the double becket bend is a more secure variation of the sheet bend. It is mainly used to join effectively two ropes that have a marked difference in their diameters or rigidity.

How to Tie a Double Becket Bend

How to Tie a Double Becket Bend

Advantage over the Sheet Bend Knot

The addition of an extra turn round the bight prevents slipping in the case of extra-smooth ropes. For maximum strength, the free ends should land up on the same side of the double sheet bend knot.