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.

How to Tie a Double Sheet Bend Step by Step

1. Pass the thin rope through the thick rope bight
2. Wrap it around the bight and tuck it under itself
3. Repeat the previous step to double the knot
4. Hold thick end and pull thin rope ends to tighten