Knots are used for a variety of reasons, especially in nautical areas. In fact when some people look into
equipment leasing, they decide to learn about knot tying to protect their investment. The only way to keep their new boat safe is by learning the best way to tie it down. Scout groups and other younger kids are also interested in learning more about the following knots.
Bowline The bowline is one of the more basic knots and it can actually be done with only one hand. It essentially contains just one large loop at the end of the rope.
The Bowline shows pictures of this knot and instructions on tying one.
Clove Hitch
The clove hitch is a fairly more involved knot. It involves rolling the rope around into different loops and twisting those loops together to form a knot. It’s one of the knots required for scouts to learn.
Real Knots shows what this knot looks like and how to tie it.
Knots: Clove Hitch also shows how to make this knot.
Figure of Eight knot, Flemish knot, Savoy knot
The figure of eight is one of the first knots a kid learns to make. It also goes by the name of Flemish knot or a Savoy knot. The knot is tied by creating two loops and pulling one through the other to create a figure 8 type shape.
Figure-Eight Knot offers steps on creating the knot and an image of the finished product.
Knots: Figure of Eight also offers help on tying the knot.
Fisherman's knot
The Fisherman’s knot gets its name from the fact that anglers once used it, but it’s also known as improved clinch knot. The knot’s made by twisting the rope or string around another object and then pulling the loose end through the loops.
Tying the Fisherman’s Knot gives step by step instructions on tying this knot.
Lark's Head, Cow Hitch, Lanyard Hitch
The cow hitch knot is typically used to tie a farm animal to a pole. It’s also known as the lark’s head knot and the lanyard hitch. The rope is twisted around the pole and then over the loose end to hold the knot in place.
The Cow Hitch offers a video guide to tying a cow hitch.
Reef knot, Square knot
The reef knot or square knot is related to a variety of different knots, including the knots used in tying shoes. The rope is twisted into an X shape and then a U shape to tie the knot.
How to Tie a Square Knot Properly gives a guide to tying a square knot.
Rolling Hitch, Magner's Hitch, Magnus Hitch
A rolling hitch, Magner’s hitch or Magnus Hitch is a type of knot that wraps around a pole or another piece of rope. Once you pull the loose end out of the rope, the knot’s tied.
The Rolling Knot shows step by step instructions for creating the knot.
The Rolling Hitch also shows some information on this knot.
Round turn and two half hitches
This type of knot ties around a standing object such as a pole. It’s fairly complex, but it doesn’t take long to learn the process.
The Animated Knot shows a video and steps for tying the knot.
Sheepshank The sheepshank knot involves folding the knot in half and looping the ends of the rope on both sides.
Knots: Sheepshank has an animated video showing how the knot’s tied.
Sheet bend This knot uses two different ropes. A loop put in one rope forms the knot when the edge of the second rope pulls through.
The Sheet Bend gives step by step instructions and a video tutorial on creating the knot.
Knots: Sheet Band shows how the knot’s tied.
Sheet bend - Double
The double sheet bend is a similar knot to the regular sheet bend, except that it involves placing a second knot into the ropes for more strength.
Double Sheet Bend shows how it’s used in sailing and how it’s made.
Sheet bend - Left Handed
This knot is made in the same way as the sheet bend, but with the knot made on the other side. It’s popular with those who are left handed.
The Left Handed Sheet Bend shows how it’s made.
Thief knot The thief knot’s name comes from travelers who once tied their bags closed in this way. They could see if anyone got inside their bags quickly.
The Thief Knot gives easy steps to tying the knot.
How to Tie a Thief Knot gives step by step instructions on tying this knot.
Thumb knot, Overhand knot
The thumb knot or overhead knot is the easiest one to make because it looks like a pretzel that’s pulled together.
The Thumb Knot gives steps and ways to create this knot.
Timber Hitch
The timber hitch is a pretty hard knot because the rope wraps around a pole and around itself several times before it’s closed off.
The Timber Hitch shows how this knot’s made.
Timber Hitch also shows images of the knot.
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