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Climbing Knots

The climbing knots you need to know for safe climbing, with clear step-by-step photographs to learn how to tie the knots correctly. Knots include the Figure-8 Follow-Through, Clove Hitch, and Double Fisherman's Knot.
Knots for Climbing
All about knots for climbing, including the best knots for climbing; knot strength; and how to tie and untie knots.
The 6 Most Important Knots
You need to know these 6 knots to go rock climbing safely--Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot, Clove Hitch, Figure-8-on-a-Bight, Double Fisherman's Knot, Prusik Loop, and Münter Hitch.
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.
Animated Knots by Grog
Check out how to tie 17 common climbing knots.
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