====== Guide to Knots ======

Tying the correct knots in your cord that attaches the payload to the parachute and onward to the balloon is important, payloads are subject to alot of stress  and if a knot comes loose it could be disastrous. The following are links to some knot tutorials that may be of use.


===== Attaching 2 Strings to each other =====

The Figure 8 or Flemish Bend is a good knot to attach 2 string ends together click the picture below to visit a great website for demonstrating the knot :

[[http://www.animatedknots.com/fig8join/index.php|{{:guides:figure_8_bend.jpg|}}]] \\
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This can then be tied off with a [[http://www.animatedknots.com/doubleoverhand/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=&Website=|Double Overhand Stopper Knot]] 

===== Making a Loop =====

A loop in the cord is useful for hanging things off. The Alpine Butterfly Loop or Lineman's Loop is a good strong knot for making a loop mid cord. There are a number of methods for tying this knot again the people at www.animatedknots.com have a great guide, click the picture below to visit their site :

[[http://www.animatedknots.com/alpinebutterfly/index.php?Categ=climbing&LogoImage=&Website=|{{:guides:alpine_butterfly_knot.jpg|}}]] \\
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