Learn how to tie the Stevedore Knot, a strong and reliable stopper knot commonly used in sailing, climbing, and general rope ...

Master seven essential termination knots used by arborists, tree climbers, rock climbers, and alpinists to secure ropes safely and efficiently. This tutorial provides step-by-step guidance to tie each ...

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. In 1876, Peter Guthrie Tait set out to measure what he called the “beknottedness” of knots. The Scottish mathematician, whose research ...

Arborists depend on several knots for safe climbing and rigging. The most widely used arborist knots include bowline knots, figure eight knots, distel knots, and Prusik knots. Per the National ...

Climbing or tall, spindly plants like tomatoes, rambling roses, beans, sunflowers, and peppers require more support when growing than other plants. Tying them to a stake or trellis provides them with ...

After a year of testing, I discovered the diagram in my original GT knot article was wrong. Here’s the corrected version and a brief explanation why this knot still earns my full confidence. Now that ...

The improved clinch knot has long been the standard for tying lures to fishing lines. In fact, it's so universal among anglers that it's sometimes called the fisherman's knot. It's easy to learn, ...

In Yosemite National Park, granite walls rise straight from the valley floor. El Capitan is the park’s most legendary cliff — about 3,000 feet of vertical stone that draws climbers from around the ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Balin Miller, 23, fell to his death from Yosemite’s El Capitan while trying to retrieve stuck gear. The tragedy ...

Natalie Beneviat Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 5:00 a.m. | Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025 5:00 a.m. Saying that a recent tree-climbing school was hands-on is a bit of an understatement. As an arboreal activity that ...

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