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How to splice rope
Separate your rope into three strands.
Most ropes are made up of many strands which are usually held together at the ends with a fastener or adhesive, like glue. You may need to cut the ends of your rope free to separate your rope into three strands.
If your rope is made up of more than three strands, try to distribute excess rope evenly among your three strands. Eye splices are useful for making a stable loop in a line of rope.