The Poacher’s Knot, also known as the Double Overhand Noose, is a strong termination knot used to secure the end of a rope or create a tightening loop. This demonstration explains how to tie it and ...

The student will demonstrate a basic understanding of rope and rope hardware and software; tying of basic knots, and the use of various rope accessories to construct mechanical advantage systems ...

For many of us, untangling our earbuds is the extent of our survivalist knot knowledge. Tying knots is just for sailors and mountain climbers, right? Turns out, there are a few simple knots that you ...

Learn how to tie both the four-strand Footrope Knot and the four-strand Diamond Knot with this clear, step-by-step tutorial. Follow along to master these classic decorative knots with clean structure ...

Commercial fishermen use lines, or ropes, for a variety of purposes. Boat anchors, nets and buoys all need to be secured and safely managed. A working knowledge of knots is a necessity. If you open a ...

“Man on Wire” star Philippe Petit was welcomed by a packed auditorium for his discussion about his new book “Why Knot?” on Sunday at the L.A. Times Festival of Books. Each member of the ...