The Outdoor Knots Book (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics)
by Clyde Soles
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Author: Clyde SolesBrand: Mountaineers Books
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2004-04-01
ISBN: 0898869625
Number of pages: 160
Publisher: Mountaineers Books
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Book Review: The Outdoor Knots Book
Summary: 5 Stars
Here's a solid book. I was looking to learn some good knots for outdoor and general use, and I picked up a copy of this. I was and really still am impressed with it - it's got instructional sections on specific groups of knots - knots for hiking and camping, knots for climbing, and knots for canoeing and kayaking, with pictures and discussion on each knot. And it's not an encyclopedia. It has maybe ten to twenty of the most useful knots for each area, rather than 28,000 knots that really are only relevant to fishermen, like many other knot books. It's also got a good few chapters on rope materials, construction, care, and management, which were very informative. Good, manageable, concise resource on rope and knots.
Summary of The Outdoor Knots Book (Mountaineers Outdoor Basics)
A guide to the ropes and knots used in the outdoors by hikers, campers, paddlers, and climbers.*Guidelines for selecting the best rope and the best knot for the activity at hand
*Knot-tying directions clearly illustrated with photos
*New entry in the Mountaineers Outdoor Basics series
It's fair to say that climber Clyde Soles is obsessed with ropes and knots and their absolute performance--since he regularly entrusts his life to ropes on sheer rock faces. His unique book explains how to select and use ropes, cordage, and webbing for the outdoors. Invaluable information is provided on rope handling techniques (how to avoid dreaded tangles) and the best methods for rope care and maintenance. Step-by-step directions for tying over 40 knots are clearly illustrated with photographs. Other useful features include a glossary and a knot comparison chart activity.
This is the definitive text on ropes and knots for anyone who plays in the outdoors!
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