Tag Archives: Knots

How to Tie the Alpine Butterfly for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on December 13, 2018 by The ITS Crew

The Alpine Butterfly is perfect for quickly creating a loop in a rope to use as a tie in point…. View Article

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How to Tie the Highwayman’s Hitch for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on November 29, 2018 by The ITS Crew

Whether you’re holding up a stagecoach or simply mooring a small boat, the Highwayman’s Hitch is the knot for you…. View Article

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How to Tie the Girth Hitch for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on October 4, 2018 by The ITS Crew

The Girth Hitch is one of the simplest out there, but it can be an extremely useful knot. This week,… View Article

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How to Tie the Timber Hitch for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on September 20, 2018 by The ITS Crew

The Timber Hitch is primarily used to drag or hoist logs. Today, Bryan demonstrates how to tie it and how… View Article

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Skills You Can Learn in an Afternoon – Gear Tasting Radio 80

Posted on September 18, 2018 by The ITS Crew

Ever found yourself with a couple hours to spare? Consider learning a skill! This week on Gear Tasting Radio, we… View Article

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How to Tie the Clove Hitch for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on September 6, 2018 by The ITS Crew

In this Knot of the Week, Bryan demonstrates the Clove Hitch, which is most often used to secure a line… View Article

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How to Tie the Figure Eight for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on July 26, 2018 by The ITS Crew

The Figure Eight is one of the most useful climbing knots, due to its strength and simplicity. This week, Bryan… View Article

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How to Tie the Sheet Bend for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on July 5, 2018 by The ITS Crew

This week, Bryan continues the DIY Knot Board Display by demonstrating how to tie the Sheet Bend. He also showcases… View Article

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How to Tie a Square Knot and Thief’s Knot for a DIY Knot Board Display

Posted on June 7, 2018 by The ITS Crew

Continuing our DIY Knot Board Display, this week Bryan demonstrates tying both the Square Knot and the Thief’s Knot. The… View Article

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Benefits of Knot Tying – Gear Tasting Radio 61

Posted on April 17, 2018 by The ITS Crew

This Gear Tasting Radio gets a little knotty as we discuss the benefits of knots and why you should sharpen… View Article

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