"Courtney Thomas" wrote in message
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What is the best knot that not only will stay tied but is easy to untie
and where can I find an example of how to tie it, please ?

I have not seen thjis knot suggested:

Double figure eight - it is used by climbers. Their ropes are more slippery
than yacht rope. Instructions on this page.

http://www.realknots.com/knots/sloops.htm

Jack