Tag Archives: Knot Tying

Knot of the Week HD: Figure-8, Threaded Figure-8 and Figure-8 on a Bight

In this week’s continuing reintroduction of our Knot of the Week series shot in HD, I’ll be going through the… View Article

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Knot of the Week HD: How to Tie a Tape Knot and Fisherman’s Knot Variations

Continuing with the reintroduction of our Knot of the Week series in high-definition, today I’ll be going over the Tape Knot… View Article

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Knot of the Week HD: How to Tie a Square Knot, Thief Knot and Other Variations

Today, we’re reintroducing our Knot of the Week series with high-definition video, better angles and more information! Knot tying is… View Article

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Gearing Up for the 4th Annual ITS Muster: Skills You Need to Know

We’re busy here at ITS HQ prepping for Muster 4 and time is running out to get your payment sent… View Article

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Knot Tying Resources in Praise of the Humble Knot

If you’ve been reading ITS for awhile, it will come as no surprise that we’re advocates for learning the skill… View Article

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2015 ITS Tactical Muster and Skill-Set Development Excursion

Today we’re extremely excited to announce that registration for the 2015 ITS Muster is now open! We’ve been getting a… View Article

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Knot of the Week: Modern Samurai Armor Knot Work with the Dragonfly Knot

While recently visiting the Japanese Samurai Armor Exhibit at the Kimbell Museum in Fort Worth, the intricate cordage and knot… View Article

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Knot of the Week: How to Tie an Ocean Plait Mat

The Ocean Plait Mat, or Thump Mat was originally woven by sailors and hung at various locations around a ship… View Article

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Knot of the Week: Japanese Rope Restraint with Hojo Cord or Hayanawa

Hojōjutsu is the ancient Japanese martial art of restraint using cordage. This cordage is commonly referred to as Hojo Cord,… View Article

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Knot of the Week: Eliminate Zipper Jingle with Paracord Pulls

On today’s Knot of the Week, we’ll be demonstrating three different options for silencing your zippers with paracord pulls. As… View Article

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