"A figure 8 with a stopper knot is still a very reliable knot."
Yep and very easy to tie. I use this knot all the time, when climbing with my loved ones (wife and kids).
"I tend to avoid reef knots for anything important, it can end up as a slip knot if you catch it the wrong way."
Perhaps it really is good enough for the wife after all.
Dave
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