Special knots
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==Sheep Shank== | ==Sheep Shank== | ||
| - | [[Image:Sheep_Shank.gif|Animation of how to tie a Sheep Shank]] | + | [[Image:Sheep_Shank.gif|left|Animation of how to tie a Sheep Shank]] |
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==Bowline on a Bight== | ==Bowline on a Bight== | ||
| - | [[Image:Bowline_on_a_Bight.gif|Animation of how to tie a Bowline on a Bight]] | + | [[Image:Bowline_on_a_Bight.gif|right|Animation of how to tie a Bowline on a Bight]] |
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==Braiding== | ==Braiding== | ||
| - | [[Image:Braiding.gif|Animation of how to Braid]] | + | [[Image:Braiding.gif|left|Animation of how to Braid]] |
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==Carrick Bend== | ==Carrick Bend== | ||
| - | [[Image:Carrick_Bend.gif|Animation of how to tie a Carrick Bend]] | + | [[Image:Carrick_Bend.gif|right|Animation of how to tie a Carrick Bend]] |
The Carrick bend is a knot used for joining two lines. It is particularly appropriate for very heavy rope or cable that is too large and stiff to easily be formed into other common bends. It will not jam even after carrying a significant load or being soaked with water. The Carrick bend's aesthetically pleasing interwoven and symmetrical shape has also made it popular for decorative purposes. | The Carrick bend is a knot used for joining two lines. It is particularly appropriate for very heavy rope or cable that is too large and stiff to easily be formed into other common bends. It will not jam even after carrying a significant load or being soaked with water. The Carrick bend's aesthetically pleasing interwoven and symmetrical shape has also made it popular for decorative purposes. | ||
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==Cow Hitch== | ==Cow Hitch== | ||
| - | [[Image:Cow_Hitch.gif|Animation of how to tie a Cow Hitch (Larks Head)]] | + | [[Image:Cow_Hitch.gif|left|Animation of how to tie a Cow Hitch (Larks Head)]] |
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==Double Sheet Bend== | ==Double Sheet Bend== | ||
| - | [[Image:Double_Sheet_bend.gif|Animation of how to tie a Double Sheet Bend]] | + | [[Image:Double_Sheet_bend.gif|right|Animation of how to tie a Double Sheet Bend]] |
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==Double Bowline== | ==Double Bowline== | ||
| - | [[Image:Double_Bowline.gif|Animation of how to tie a Double Bowline]] | + | [[Image:Double_Bowline.gif|left|Animation of how to tie a Double Bowline]] |
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==Figure Eight Loop== | ==Figure Eight Loop== | ||
| - | [[Image:Figure_Eight_Loop.gif|Animation of how to tie a Figure Eight Loop]] | + | [[Image:Figure_Eight_Loop.gif|right|Animation of how to tie a Figure Eight Loop]] |
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==Surgeons Knot== | ==Surgeons Knot== | ||
| - | [[Image:Surgeons_Knot.gif|Animation of how to tie a Surgeons Knot]] | + | [[Image:Surgeons_Knot.gif|left|Animation of how to tie a Surgeons Knot]] |
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Revision as of 20:58, December 12, 2008
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Here are a collection of Boy Scout knots for special purposes.
Contents |
Figure Eight
- Loop over the top. Loop under. Go down through the hole. Pull tight.
- Required for
Sheep Shank
- Required for
Bowline on a Bight
Braiding
Carrick Bend
The Carrick bend is a knot used for joining two lines. It is particularly appropriate for very heavy rope or cable that is too large and stiff to easily be formed into other common bends. It will not jam even after carrying a significant load or being soaked with water. The Carrick bend's aesthetically pleasing interwoven and symmetrical shape has also made it popular for decorative purposes.
Cow Hitch
Double Sheet Bend
Double Bowline
Figure Eight Loop
Surgeons Knot
External links
- Animated Knots: Basic Scout Knots - Forty Scout knots - Special Knots - Sailing knots - Fishing knots - Folsoms Knots - Animatedknots.com - Great Animations - More Animated Knots - More great Animated Knots - Still more - Knot Videos - Basics Videos - Basics2
- Other Knot Links: Advanced knots - Ropers Knots Page - Climbing Knots - Fishing knots - Knots Index
- Notable Knot Index - shows quick method of tying
- Hitch Knots - including instructions
- All lower rank knots
(2MB PDF)
- When to use knots lashings
(152K PDF)
- Sea Scout Knots
- Ropers Knots Page Practical knots
- Knot Gallery (GIF format)
- Rock Climbing Knots
- Animated knots (Javascript)
- Knots Index
- Fishing knots
- Ian's Shoelace Site
- International Guild of Knot Tyers
- Notation describing methods of tying knots
- The Notable Knot Index
- Underground rope rescue knots










