Most people learn two or three knots and muddle through the rest. These 12 cover nearly every outdoor scenario you'll actually encounter.

Tying knots isn't just for sailors - it's one of the most valuable skills for anyone who owns or rides in a boat. The right knot keeps a boat tied to the dock, holds gear in place and can even help in ...

Ropes and knots are a fundamental part of boating lore and safety. The variety of knots that mariners learned time and again from their own dads vary in form and purpose, and are elegantly spare in ...

Animated Knots is a perfect site for learning everything about knots: how to tie them, what they’re for, and how to choose the best knot for a specific job. The site lists 196 knots for ropes, straps, ...

In sailing, rock climbing, construction, and any activity requiring the securing of ropes, certain knots are known to be stronger than others. Any seasoned sailor knows, for instance, that one type of ...