5 steps
Ashley Bend
Ashley's bend, a secure join of two ropes with the tags tucked back through the center.
Use it for
Ashley's bend, a secure join of two ropes with the tags tucked back through the center.
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Rope.
Avoid when
Tippet to tippet.
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Ashley Bend
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Step 1
Form an overhand in each rope.
Step 2
Lay the loops together.
Step 3
Tuck each tag through the center.
Step 4
Dress the bend.
Step 5
Pull the standing parts.
The drawing follows this tying order. Pause, step, or scrub to stay with the words. The standing line runs to the reel. The tag is the short end you trim. Skin-hook means the point lies flat in the plastic, not out where grass can grab it.
Common mistakes
- Tags left untucked.
- The center opening missed by one tag.