Challenging Knots

by Geoffrey Budworth

Published 31 December 2016
There are several thousand knots in existence and an infinite number of variations. This practical reference book presents over 90 knots, explaining and illustrating how to tie them in step-by-step photographs and text. An introductory section presents a history of knot tying, and background information on different rope materials, breaking strenghts and how to care for cordage. Subsequent chapters explain how to tie bends, hitches, loops and many other types of knot.

Tough and Versatile Knots

by Geoffrey Budworth

Published 1 February 2000
There are several thousand knots in existence and an infinite number of variations on these. This definitive, practical reference book presents over 90 knots, explaining and illustrating how to tie them in precise step-by-step photographs and clear, detailed text.

An introductory section attractively presents an authoritative history of knot tying. There is also invaluable background information on different rope materials, breaking strengths and how to care for cordage. This introduction then prepares the reader for later chapters on how to tie bends, hitches, loops and many other types of knot.


This book contains over 200 tying techniques comprehensively illustrated in step-by-step photographs throughout. All the key knot types are covered, including bends, hitches, bindings, loops, mats, braids, rings and slings.