Nikko wrote:
I want to know if it's safe to use a double fisherman's knot to connect my split tail to the carabiner on my saddle? The figure 8 on a bight is just a little big. I just need to be sure.

Thanks a lot,
Nate


Double Fisherman's Noose or more correctly: Scaffold Knot or Double Overhand Noose (all the same knot by different names) is very safe to terminate the climbing rope on your carabiner to harness attachment. Leave at least a 3" tail on the knot. Assuming you are using a split tail. It's awkward to use the tail on this knot for the bridge/Blake's for a traditional tie-in. Take a look at Jepson's Tree Climber's Companion for more detail on tying and using this knot.
-moss