EStar Stopper Knot

The EStar stopper knot is a bulky stopper knot designed specifically to hold in slippery ropes, like Dyneema where other knots might slip out.

This knot is asymmetrical in appearance and is based on the Buntline hitch.

This knot is useful when a secure and bulky stopper is needed to prevent the rope from slipping through a ring or hole.

Here’s how you can tie EStar stopper knot:

1. Begin by making an Overhand loop and pass the working end under the standing part.
2. Bring it up to create a second loop adjacent to the first.
3. Make a Buntline hitch around the standing part.
4. Open the Buntline hitch and bring the working end down to form two loops.
5. Pull the ropes as indicated to tighten the knots.
6. Fold the two loops over, pass the working end through them.
7. Tighten the loops to complete the EStar stopper knot.

Applications

The EStar Stopper Knot is effective with slippery ropes like Dyneema, where its bulky design helps prevent slippage.

The history of this knot is not well documented but it is widely believed that it was developed by Evan Starzinger specifically for this purpose.

However, it can be used with any kind of rope when you need a bulky stopper knot to prevent rope from passing through an opening.

Other Similar Knots

Here’s a list of other knots that share the similar function of the stopper knot.

• Overhand Knot: Simple and most commonly used stopper knots, used for securing ropes from slipping through rings or holes.
• Double Overhand Knot: A popular and reliable stopper knot often used as a backup to other knots like Figure 8.
• Stevedore Knot: Stevedore Knot forms a bulkier stopper, suitable for heavier loads.
• Ashley Stopper Knot: It is less bulkier than EStar stopper knot but effective for preventing slippage.

Warning

One major challenge people face with the EStar Stopper is that it is difficult to learn.

It involves multiple steps to tie, and it can be easily tied incorrectly. As a result, it’s not a favorite among beginners.

The EStar Stopper Knot is a self tightening knot and is difficult to untie after being subjected to heavy loads.

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