Knot Guide

by Blechmen in Outside > Knots

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Knot Guide

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A few simple and popular knots to use; camping, surviving, boating, and surviving from zombies and many other uses.

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Bowline Knot

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This knot is for making a loop, this loop will neither tighten nor loosen.

Reef Knot (Square Knot)

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This is a very popular knot, which can be used to secure a rope or line around an object or join two ropes together but this isn't the best option.

Single Figure of Eight Knot

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This knot is used create a loop in the rope. 

Joining Ropes

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If you're in the need to join two types of ropes together, this is the best way because it is tight and secure.