The
Overhand loop is a simple
knot which forms a fixed loop in a rope. Made by tying an
Overhand knot in the
bight, it can be tied anywhere along a rope (does not need any
working end). The knot can be used for attaching clips, hooks, other rope, etc., but has the disadvantage that it is likely to jam tight when the rope has been pulled and the knot may need to be cut off. It also has some uses in kite-flying, though other knots may be better. It is commonly disapproved by the Boy Scouts because of its tendency to be misused as an alternative to the
bowline.
[1](Reference 1 also contains a sequence of images that show how to tie an overhand knot.)