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A left-handed sheet bend creates a much weaker connection, especially under moderate loads.
this post was submitted on 13 Jan 2024
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WTF? the sheet bend is close to a square knot which is much more secure. Or a thieves' knot if you're looking for something that slips apart after limited tension.
A sheet bend is more secure for cords of two different types/diameters. A square knot is for cords of the same diameter.