How to Tie the 10 Most Useful Knots

Headin’ back to the land (or making any move toward greater self-sufficiency) will, sooner or later, mean a return to the use of ropes. Without simple hitches (single ropes tied to objects) and bends (ropes joined together), loads fall off trucks, an expensive cow or goat escapes, a boat goes adrift, and hoisting hay from wagon to mow becomes a major problem.

via How to Tie the 10 Most Useful Knots.

This is a great list bit of reference material (if you don’t already have it). The ability to properly select and properly tie these knots can help you in countless situations.

I know I don’t practice enough. What about you?

Sledgehammer

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