Page 214 - Knack Knots You Need

FisHerman’s Knot

A simple, quick-tying knot for joining two
ropes of similar diameter.

One of the most common bends used by climbers, the unties fairly easily, even after being weighted, but it can
compact fisherman’s knot combines two overhand knots bind up after being shock-loaded. The knot works best in
that jam against each other when pressure is applied. Sim- ropes of similar thickness and, therefore, does a fine job
ple to tie even with cold, wet hands, this knot has earned of tying two ends of the same rope together.
its popularity—and it works well in the stiffest cordage. It Since it works very well in lines of very small diameter,

Fisherman’s Knot: Step 1 Fisherman’s Knot: Step 2

Knots You need: CLimBing Knots

Form an overhand knot at the working end of Thread the working end of the second rope
the first rope. through the overhand knot in the first rope, as
shown in the photograph.

GREEN liGht
This knot is used in camping, boating, and, of
course, fishing.

106