Product Description
Step-by-step instructions and diagrams for tying the ten most useful knots and hitches.
From the Back Cover
For a generation, the Basic Essentials® series has been as much a part of the outdoors experience as backpacks and hiking boots. Information-packed tools for the novice or handy references for the veteran, these volumes distill years of knowledge into affordable and portable books. Whether you're planning a trip or thumbing for facts in the field, Basic Essentials® books tell you what you need to know.
Look inside to find:
- Step-by-step instructions for tying the ten most useful knots and hitches, twenty-two variations, and four essential splices and lashings
- Easy-to-follow illustrations for both righties and lefties
- The best type of rope and knot to use for each task at hand
- How to properly prepare, coil, and maintain ropes for durability and reliability
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