Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots

Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots
Author: Clyde Soles
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2011-02-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762767774

Backpacker magazine–branded and fueled by FalconGuides, this book provides essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. Perfect for pack or pocket, it breaks down its subject into the essential topics, providing practical and portable information useful in the field. Full-color photos, charts, and illustrations are organized with text by an expert in a brief and accessible manner, introducing readers to basic and intermediate skills needed to safely and successfully get by in the outdoors. Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots provides readers step-by-step instructions for tying the most useful knots and hitches, splices and lashings for the outdoors; info on the best type of rope and knot for each task at hand; how to properly prepare, coil, and maintain ropes for durability and reliability. This handy pocket-sized guide is 96 pages, includes two popouts, and incorporates color photos, charts, and illustrations as needed throughout the interior.

Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots

Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots
Author: Clyde Soles
Publisher: Falcon Guides
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780762756513

Provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for tying thirty of the most commonly used knots for the outdoors, including bends, or joining knots, loop knots, and hitches, and discusses which knots work best in various situations.

Backpacker Magazine's Backpacking Basics

Backpacker Magazine's Backpacking Basics
Author: Clyde Soles
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2011-02-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762767758

Backpacker magazine–branded and fueled by Falcon-Guides, this book provides essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. Perfect for pack or pocket, it breaks down its subject into the essential topics, providing practical and portable information useful in the field. Full-color photos, charts, and illustrations are organized with text by an expert in a brief and accessible manner, introducing readers to basic and intermediate skills needed to safely and successfully get by in the outdoors. Backpacker Magazine's Backpacking Basics informs readers about choosing where to go; selecting the appropriate gear; properly packing their equipment; finding their way in the wilderness; and planning easy and tasty meals. This handy pocket-sized guide is 96 pages, includes two popouts, and incorporates color photos, charts, and illustrations as needed throughout the interior.

The Outdoor Knots Book

The Outdoor Knots Book
Author: Clyde Soles
Publisher: The Mountaineers Books
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2004-03-16
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1594852162

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A KNOT SAMPLER FROM THE CHAPTER ON "KNOTS FOR HIKING & CAMPING" (Provide us with a little information and we'll send your download directly to your inbox) * Guidelines for selecting the best rope and the best knot for the activity at hand * Knot-tying directions clearly illustrated with photos * New entry in the Mountaineers Outdoor Basics series It's fair to say that climber Clyde Soles is obsessed with ropes and knots and their absolute performance-since he regularly entrusts his life to ropes on sheer rock faces. His unique book explains how to select and use ropes, cordage, and webbing for the outdoors. Invaluable information is provided on rope handling techniques (how to avoid dreaded tangles) and the best methods for rope care and maintenance. Step-by-step directions for tying over 40 knots are clearly illustrated with photographs. Other useful features include a glossary and a knot comparison chart by activity. Chapters include Knots Basics (from Tripod Lashing to the Figure 8 Loop), Knots for Hikers and Climbers (from the Prusik knot to the Autoblock), Knots for Canoeists and Kayakers (from the Buntline hitch to the Bowline on a bight), and more. This is the definitive text on ropes and knots for anyone who plays in the outdoors!

Backpacker Magazine's Complete Guide to Outdoor Gear Maintenance and Repair

Backpacker Magazine's Complete Guide to Outdoor Gear Maintenance and Repair
Author: Kristin Hostetter
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2012-05-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0762787716

This book could save you hundreds of dollars on outdoor gear! Don’t retire a jacket just because it’s torn or buy a new tent because the zipper broke. Learn how to fix these problems—and dozens more—and save your money for a dream trip by following the step-by-step gear maintenance and repair instructions in this large trim, color handbook.

Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches

Outward Bound Ropes, Knots, and Hitches
Author: Buck Tilton
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2019-10-15
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1493047981

Knot-making is simpler than ever. This revised easy-to-follow guide, published in partnership with Outward Bound, includes information on using knots in your favorite outdoor activities. Outdoor expert Buck Tilton takes you step-by-step through each bend and turn with clear instructions and detailed photographs. You can count on this handy volume to guide you toward quick success and fool-proof knots.

The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots

The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots
Author: Geoffrey Budworth
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2020-02-18
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1510750452

The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots provides easy-to-follow, step-by-step diagrams and instructions for tying over eighty knots. Over 300 full-color illustrations and photographs guide the reader through the stages of tying each knot correctly. This beautifully illustrated, full-color guide unties the mysteries of dozens of knots. Using incredibly clear photographs and diagrams, as well as straightforward, easy-to-follow instructions, any reader can master knots for fishing, boating, camping, and climbing. Climbers will feel safer knowing they have tied the perfect Water or Tape knot. Fishermen will fight big fish with more confidence. There are overhand knots, figure eight knots, bowlines and sheet bends, crossing knots, and more. There is even fascinating "knot lore." Whether for practical use or just for fun, this is a great place to start knotting, so grab a piece of rope, sit back, and enjoy!

Essential Knots

Essential Knots
Author: Neville Olliffe
Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical Press
Total Pages: 144
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Knots and splices
ISBN: 9781408132760

A practical and stylish illustrated guide, 'Essential Knots' shows how to tie each knot with expert guidance on which knot to tie when and why. Each knot is categorised by its use in a particular sport or hobby, with a brief explanation as to why it is the best knot for the job.

The Field Guide to Knots

The Field Guide to Knots
Author: Bob Holtzman
Publisher: The Experiment
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2015-09-22
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 161519276X

A Fasten-ating Guide to Knots for Every Adventure! The perfect knot can make any job quicker, easier, and safer—whether you need to build a shelter, tether a horse, rappel down a cliff, or moor a boat. In The Field Guide to Knots, veteran outdoorsman Bob Holtzman helps you: Select and tie the right knot for any task Identify and untie existing knots Choose and maintain your rope, and more! With more than 80 time-tested knots and more than 600 color photos, this Field Guide is indispensible for backpackers, climbers, sailors, anglers, hunters, equestrians—and anyone else who’s ever needed to change a sail, reposition a climbing rope, or splice a tent pole!

Outdoor Knots

Outdoor Knots
Author: James Kavanagh
Publisher: Outdoor Essentials Skills Guid
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2019-03-12
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9781620052921

Knots is a handy guide to tying purposeful knots. If you need to handcuff a burglar, lasso a steer, escape from an asylum or tie a perfect bowtie, this is the guide for you. Fifty effective knots that can be used for a variety of purposes are highlighted. Knots is a great resource of portable information and is ideal for field use by both novices and experts. Made in the USA.