Water on the Trail
Hiking is one of the most relaxed and fulfilling things – so little to think about. On a through hike, the next source of water in the trail is one of the very few things to think about.… Read More Water on the Trail
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Klemheist hitch
The klemheist hitch is very similar to the prusik hitch. Both these knots are gripping/sliding hitches typically tied with a loop of cord to grip a rope. In order for the hitch to grip, the hitch is tied using a slightly narrower gauge cord than the rope it is gripping. With the klemheist, loop the… Read More Klemheist hitch
Blake’s hitch
A Blake’s hitch is similar to the prusik hitch and the klemheist in that they are all gripping/sliding knots. Where the Blake’s hitch differs is that rather than being tied on a loop or bight of rope, the Blake’s hitch is tied with the end. Like the klemheist, load should only be placed in one… Read More Blake’s hitch
Figure Eight Knot – Bight
The figure eight knot on a bight is one of the most useful knots. It creates a loop in a cord or rope and is easy to untie. A climbers favorite. It’s an easy knot to check. Count 4 pairs of strands in the shape of a figure eight. Similar to the figure eight on… Read More Figure Eight Knot – Bight
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