How to Make a Studebaker Rope

The Studebaker rope makes a secure seat for climbing.

A Studebaker rope is a type of rope safety harness used for rappelling and other climbing activities. The Studebaker rope is so named because it creates a safe seat for the climber. If you do not have a seat harness, you can use the Studebaker tie to create a secure and safe seat while climbing. Before using this rope tie in a dangerous situation, make sure you have tied the rope correctly and have it inspected by a rope safety specialist.

Things You'll Need

• 8-foot rope

Instructions

1. Place the center of the rope at the belly button. Bring one end of the rope behind the back and back to the front. Tie an overhand knot with the other end of the rope. Tuck the ends of the rope under the band around your waist so both ends hang down.

2. Pass the two ends of the rope down under the legs and around the thighs. Bring the ends under the length of rope between the legs and up toward the waistband. Tie an overhand knot along your back. Tuck the ends of the rope under the legs.

3. Bring the two ends of the rope up over the thighs from back to front. Bring the ropes around the body to the back and tuck the ends under the two ropes traveling from the back to the front.

4. Bring the rope back in front of your body around the waist and wrap the ends around toward the back. Tie a square knot at the hip to secure the rope.

Tips & Warnings

• Never climb alone and always use a safety belay rope and helper holding the rope to prevent serious injuries or death.

References

• "Forget Me Knots: Karl Rohnke and Plynn Williams