Climbing Knots
Knots for Climbing
All about knots for climbing, including the best knots for climbing; knot strength; and how to tie and untie knots.
How to Tie and Untie Knots
How to tie and untie climbing knots.
How to Tie a Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot
How to tie a Figure-8 Follow-Through knot, the best knot for tying into a climbing rope.
Double Overhand Knot
A Double Overhand Knot is used to tie 2 ropes together for rappelling.
Equalizing Figure-8 Knot
The Equalizing Figure-8 Knot is an ideal knot to know for tying a climbing rope into anchors.
Figure-8-on-a-Bight Knot
The Figure-8-on-a-Bight Knot is a very secure knot used to tie a climber to an anchor.
Animated Knots by Grog
Check out how to tie 17 common climbing knots.
How to Tie an Equalizing Figure-8 Knot -- Essential Rock Climbing Knots
How to Tie an Equalizing Figure-8 Knot -- Essential Rock Climbing Knots
Clove Hitch for Climbing
The Clove Hitch Knot is an easy-to-tie and strong knot used to tie a climber to an anchor. Learn all about the clove hitch and its advantages and disadvantages.
4 Friction Knots for Climbers
Every climber needs to know these 4 friction knots--Prusik knot, Klemheist knot, Bachmann knot, and Autoblock knot--to climb a rope in an emergency or to escape a belay during a self-rescue.
