Below are two different methods of storing webbing with a carabiner.  FF Louie Wargo sent them over with a few questions after a recent training.  As a side note, be sure to look up in the wheelhouse of the Jet Express if your ever headed to the Lake Erie islands.  Captain Louie might be piloting the boat.

Single Loop

The first picture is of the two ends of the webbing tied together with a water knot forming a loop.  A carabiner can be clipped on at any point.  Length truly is personal preference, but many like a 12-15′ loop.  This is a easy way for storage in a pocket or under a knee pad.

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The second picture is of the two ends of the webbing with overhand water knots connected with a carabiner.  Reasoning for this method is to be able to detach one end of the webbing, which would allow the entire length to be used for bailing out.  So, it could be used as a loop for drags and carries or during an emergency bailout.

Which option do you use and why?  What about a bailout rope?

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