How to Select and Tie 80 Really Useful Knots
May 2024 · Sold by Hamlyn
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About this ebook
Knowing how to tie knots can help you in everything from work around the home, camping and fishing trips, and even art and craft projects. This is a comprehensive guide to 80 of the most useful knots for:
- Sailing
- Camping
- Climbing and abseiling
- Home and garden
- Fishing and outdoor pursuits
How to Select and Tie 80 Really Useful Knots contains an explanation of the basic terms used relating to knots and ropes, and cordage. From the rolling hitch to the boa knot, every knot is accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions and illustrations, making this a resource you'll turn to time and time again.
As well as a comprehensive glossary that explains many common terms, there's an introduction to knots and ropes, cordage, and a potted history of each of the knots.
- Sailing
- Camping
- Climbing and abseiling
- Home and garden
- Fishing and outdoor pursuits
How to Select and Tie 80 Really Useful Knots contains an explanation of the basic terms used relating to knots and ropes, and cordage. From the rolling hitch to the boa knot, every knot is accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions and illustrations, making this a resource you'll turn to time and time again.
As well as a comprehensive glossary that explains many common terms, there's an introduction to knots and ropes, cordage, and a potted history of each of the knots.
About the author
Founding Editor of Knotting Matters and co-founder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. Sea scout and sea cadet, Geoffrey Budworth turned on to knotting when he saw his first ornamental bell-rope. Used ropework during a decade afloat on the Thames tideway, policing the Pool of London (and beneath it as an operational frogman). He has written numerous knot books and articles, and pioneered the forensic investigation of knots and ligatures in the UK.
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