Outdoors Knots

Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots provides readers step-by-step instructions for tying the most useful knots and hitches, splices and lashings for the outdoors; info on the best type of rope and knot for each task at hand; how to properly prepare, coil, and maintain ropes for durability and reliability.

More than 130 color photos accompany step-by-step instructions for tying 30 of the most useful knots for the outdoors, including joining knots, loop knots and hitches. Also included is information on which knots work best for specific situations. Perfect for pack or pocket.