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Ropes, Knots, and Hitches
Ropes, Knots, and Hitches

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
compact fisherman’s knot combines two overhand knots
that jam against each other when pressure is applied.
Simple to tie even with cold, wet hands, this knot has
earned its popularity—and it works well in the stiffest
cordage. It unties fairly easily, even after being weighted,
but it can bind up after being shock-loaded. The knot
works best in ropes of similar thickness and, therefore,

s
XXX
K
Fisherman’ XXXnot: Step 1 Fisherman’s Knot: Step 2

XXForm an overhand knot at the XX
Thread the working end of the
working end of the first rope. second rope through the over-
hand knot in the first rope, as
shown in the photograph.

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