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Also known as Coil knot

thumb|upright|right|Self-portrait of Erwin Merlet with a mountaineer's coil slung over his shoulder and the [[Sella Towers in the background.]]

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Coilings and coils

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  • Mountaineer's coil
  • Tying method
  • Butterfly coil
  • Tying method
  • Over/under cable coiling
  • Straight coiling
  • See also
  • References
  • External links

thumb|upright|right|Self-portrait of Erwin Merlet with a mountaineer's coil slung over his shoulder and the [[Sella Towers in the background.]]

A coiling or coil is a curve, helix, or spiral used for storing rope or cable in compact and reliable yet easily attainable form. They are often discussed with knots.

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