# 🪢 NOTES - KNOTS 4,000 knots known to humankind “Learn how to tie a bowline knot. Practice in the dark. With one hand. For the rest of your life you’ll use this knot more times than you would ever believe” Package knot (noose knot + half hitch) https://www.animatedknots.com/package-tying-knot Hangman’s Knot (Noose) - adjustable non jamming loop A traditional hangman’s knot usually has 6-8 loops, up to 13. More loops mean more friction and difficulty tightening. https://www.theknotsmanual.com/knots/hangmans-knot-noose/ The bowline knot creates a non-moving loop at the end of a length of rope The Bowline. One of the most important knots for sailors, this one is perfect for forming a strong loop capable of holding heavy loads. Square Knot. Also known as the reef knot, this is your best bet to connect two different ropes together for added length. Figure-Eight Knot. One of the simplest knots you can learn, the figure-eight acts as a stopper for climbers and sailors who don’t want ropes to slip out of retaining devices like pulleys. Two Half-Hitches. An ideal knot for tying anchor points or binding rope to objects, posts, and trees. Taut-Line Hitch. Similar to the two half-hitches knot, the taut-line adds an adjustable hitch that allows you to lengthen or shorten your rope under load. Perfect for attaching tent stakes to rainfly lines. Clove Hitch. Another binding knot, the clove hitch is useful in creating a solid anchor point and the best knot for tying logs together when making a raft. Sheet Bend. Use the sheet bend instead of the square knot when you need to tie two ropes together, but the ropes are made of different materials or are different widths.