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
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
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
The figure eight is a popular knot with climbers, most climbers use this knot to connect their rope to their harness. The figure eight is easy to tie, easy to check and easy to release, even after a heavy load. It’s very unlikely to become undone, however, most climbers will add a safety because their… Read More Figure Eight Knot
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