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 ...

Rope, knots, and fleece blankets were the focus of Boy Scout Day at Pegasus Landing of Chisholm Trail, when Eagle Scout Aidan Mortimer taught residents hands-on knot-tying skills. The two-part ...

“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 ...

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 ...

Learn how to tie the Sheepshank Knot, a classic knot used to shorten a rope without cutting it or to bypass a worn section. This step-by-step guide explains how the knot works, when it’s useful, and ...

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 ...