Knot Tying Tutorials

by The Bear Essentials

#1 Bowline Knot

Often referred to as the worlds most useful knot - and known as the king of knots for that reason.

#2 Taut Line Hitch

The taut line hitch stands out as a remarkably versatile knot prized for its unique adjustability.

#3 Clove Hitch

Learn the simplest way to tie this the clove hitch, as well as its many variations.

#4 Canadian Jam Knot

This knot's specialty is cinching down and can be used to tie down bed rolls or tarps.

#5 Double Fisherman's Bend

Considered the most trusted way to tie two ropes together, this is the Double Fisherman's Bend.

#6 Rolling Hitch

Known for its ease of tying and ability to fasten to another rope, all while being adjustable.

#7 Prusik Knot

The legendary Prusik has earned its reputation in the climbing, rescue, and arborist communities.

#8 Alpine Butterfly Knot

This is a knot that could be tied midline, is commonly used as an attachment point and can bear load in any direction.

#9 Constrictor Hitch

This knot has the ability to lock down on an object that it can be nearly impossible to get loose.

#10 Palomar Knot

Considered one of the strongest fishing knots, the Palomar knot is one of the easiest knots to tie.

#11 Sheet Bend

It's commonly used to join two ropes together and can make some really cool repairs.

#12 Bellringer Knot

The knot is useful for lowering tools and gear when your rope is too short to double back on itself.

#13 Trucker's Hitch

Different uses for a Trucker's Hitch are for rigging canoes and gear to trucks and getting the perfect tension on tarps.