Page 110 - Nate Fitch, Ron Funderburke "Climbing Knots"

Knot or Hitch Context
Loaded Munter If the first application of the Munter
is to be loaded, tie the Munter on the
carabiner in the load position, instead of
flipping it after the fact.
Taking Munter If the first application of the Munter is
to take in slack, tie the Munter on the
carabiner in the take position, instead of
flipping it after the fact.
Bowline and bowline Tie a bowline with the opposite loop; the
with a bight result will look inverted.
Bowline and bowline Tie a bowline around an object, so that
with a bight the object partially obstructs the view
of the knot.
Prusik with a trigger Tie the Prusik so that the joining knot
ends up bridging the friction hitch. This
version of the accessory cord loop has a
quick-point release, but some tests show
it to be a weaker version of the hitch.
Coils with short ropes Practice all coils with a shorter rope. If
the coil is ugly, it will be more obvious.

Online Resources
http://www.animatedknots.com
There are great online resources for practicing
knots and hitches. One of the best is Animated Knots
by Grog. However, a climber should understand
the usefulness of the site. The knots are not tied in
context, so the site is a great tool to remember rope
mechanics, sequence, and history. It is also a great site
for climbers to understand how ropework is a craft
that is necessary in lots of outdoor pursuits and sports,
not just climbing.

Resources for Practicing Knots and Hitches 97