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KNOT TYING HANDOUT

The document outlines the KNOT TYING HONOR, which is an award earned by demonstrating knot-tying proficiency and understanding their practical uses. It details various knot types, rope care, and the differences between laid and braided ropes, along with their specific features. Additionally, it provides instructions for tying basic knots such as the overhand knot, square knot, and bowline, among others.

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KNOT TYING HANDOUT

The document outlines the KNOT TYING HONOR, which is an award earned by demonstrating knot-tying proficiency and understanding their practical uses. It details various knot types, rope care, and the differences between laid and braided ropes, along with their specific features. Additionally, it provides instructions for tying basic knots such as the overhand knot, square knot, and bowline, among others.

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KNOT TYING HONOR

Is a badge or award earned by demonstrating proficiency in tying various knots


and understanding their practical uses. It’s skill-based honor that teaches
fundamental knot-tying techniques, rope care, and importance of knots in outdoor
activities and everyday life.

KNOT TYING

Is the art and technique of creating secure and functional connections or loops
rope or cord using intricate interlacing or looping methods. These connections called
knots can be used for fastening, binding, or joining various objects

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Bight
The term bight refers to any curved section, slack part, or loop between the two ends
of a rope.
Running end
The free end of the rope, usually shorter. This is the end of the rope in which a knot is
being tied. It is sometimes called the „end‟ or „working end‟.
Standing part
The part of the rope between the Running end and the Standing end (the end that
doesn't move, think of it as if someone is holding it)

Underhand loop
A loop formed by passing the running end of a line under the standing part.
Overhand loop
A loop formed by passing the running end of a line over the standing part.

Turn A turn is a component of a A = Turn;


knot. Turns can be made around B = Round turn
objects, through rings, or around C = T wo round turns
the standing part of the rope
itself.
Turns come in various forms,
distinguished by the number of
passes that the rope makes.
A turn or single turn requires
one pass. The line makes a U-
shape through or around the
object, or half a revolution.
A round turn requires two
passes and makes one and a
half revolutions. Two round
turns adds another pass and
revolution.

Bend
A bend is used to tie two ropes together, as in the Sheet bend. Technically, even the
Reef knot is a bend.
Hitch
A hitch is used to tie a rope to a spar, ring or post, such as the Clove hitch. Hitches
can also be used to tie one rope on to another rope.
Splice
A knot formed by interweaving strands of rope rather than whole lines. More time
consuming but usually stronger than simple knots.
Whipping
A binding knot used to prevent another line from fray.

ROPE CARE
Chemicals: Keep away from chemicals such as bleaches, acids etc.
Abrasion: Keep rope out of sand and gritty surfaces.
Regularly Wash: Wash ropes in warm water with sunlight soap and fabric softener.
Excessive Temperature: Keep ropes away from excessive heat

Overload: Don’t overload


Friction: Minimize friction. It causes both heat and wear

Remove Kinks & Knots:


Out of Sunlight: Keep ropes out of sunlight as the UV rays deteriorate the rope.
Protect from Damage
Equal Wear: Try to use different parts of the rope and not just wear our one end.
Shock: Never shock load a rope.

Difference between laid rope and braided rope

Features / Uses of Laid Rope


1. Repels water
2. Able to withstand immense strain.
3. Can be spliced with standard techniques.

Features / Uses of Braided Rope


1. Works well with pulleys and rigging.
2. Spinning (lariats and lassos).
3. Decorative knots.

Identify the following types of rope:


Manila
Manila is a type of fibre obtained from the leaves of the abacá (Musa textilis), a
relative of the banana. It is mostly used to make ropes and it is one of the most
durable of the natural fibres, besides true hemp. Manila is a coarse, brown fibre; about
the same colour and feel as a coconut shell.
Sisal
Sisal is valued for cordage use because of its strength, durability, ability to stretch,
affinity for certain dyestuffs, and resistance to deterioration in saltwater. Sisal ropes
and twines are widely employed for marine, agricultural (bailing twine), and general
industrial use. Sisal fibres are smooth, straight and yellow and can be long or short.
Nylon
Nylon rope is often white, but any colour is possible. It has a smooth, silky feeling to it,
and it coils easily. Nylon rope does not float in water. It is a synthetic-fibre rope.
Polypropylene
Polypropylene rope is most often yellow, though any colour is possible. It is often used
in marine applications because it floats in water. The rope is sometimes difficult to tie
as it is somewhat stiff and brittle. It is a synthetic-fibre rope.
One way to identify rope is to visit a hardware store or place where rope is sold. Ask
an expert. Also, the packaging will tell you what the rope is made of. If you want to be
sure, buy some of each type (with the labelling) or examine it closely in the store.

Advantages and disadvantages of synthetic rope:

Advantages
 Improved abrasion-resistance
 Better resistance to ultra-violet light (ie exposure to sunlight)
 Lighter. Some float in water.
 Length does not vary as much when wet
 Rot-resistant

Disadvantages
 Some synthetics do not hold knots well
 More slippery
 Melts when heated
 Stretches more than natural ropes.

BASIC KNOTS

Overhand knot
Use: This is the first stage of many knots but can also be used to stop the end of a
rope from being frayed or as a stopper knot to use up the left-over running end of a
rope after another knot has been tied.
How to tie:
1. Make a loop with your rope
2. Take one end of your rope and run it through the loop you just made.
3. Pull both ends of the rope tight.
Classification:
Stopper

Granny knot
Use: This knot is generally used for tying packages etc. It can come undone under
pressure but can also be difficult to undo. Don’t get it mixed up with a Square knot.
How to tie:
1. Twist two ropes together. Right over left
2. Now bring the ends right over left, under then through.
3. When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come out of the knot on
different sides.
Classification:
Bend

Square (or Reef) knot


Use: Also known as a Reef knot, the Square knot is easily learned and useful for many
situations. It is most commonly used to tie two lines together at the ends. This knot is
used at sea in reefing and furling sails. It is used in first aid to tie off a bandage or a
sling because the knot lies flat.
How to tie:
1. Twist two ropes together. Right over left
2. Now bring the ends left over right, under then through.
3. When pulled tight, the strands from the same rope come back out of the knot
together, in the same direction.
Classification:
Bend
Two half hitches
Use: This reliable knot is quickly tied and is the hitch most often used in mooring a
boat.
How to tie:
1. Pass end of rope around post or other object.
2. Wrap short end of rope under and over long part of rope, pushing the end down
through the loop. This is a half hitch.
3. Repeat on long rope below first half hitch and draw up tight.
Classification:
Hitch

Slip knot
Use: A slip knot is one that will tighten under load, and which can be easily untied by
pulling on the running end. This knot is typically a component of more complicated
knots, and is generally not used by itself.
How to tie:
A slip knot can be tied by starting an overhand knot, but instead of passing the
running end through the loop, pass a bight through instead.
Classification:
Loop

Double bow
Use: This knot is generally used when tying shoelaces.
How to tie:
1. Using both running ends of the lace tie an over hand knot – Right over Left.
2. Make a bight with the right hand running end.
3. Bring the left hand running end over the bight, around and then pull a bight
through the gap between.
4. Pull tight
Classification:
Multi-Loop

Bowline
Use: This knot doesn't jam or slip when tied properly. It can be tied around a person's
waist and used to lift him / her, because the loop will not tighten under load. In sailing,
the bowline is used to tie a halyard to a sail head.
How to tie:
1. Make the overhand loop with the end held toward you, then pass end through loop.
2. Now pass end up behind the standing part, then down through the loop again.
3. Draw up tight.
Classification:
Loop

Clove hitch
Use: This knot is the „general utility‟ hitch for when you need a quick, simple method
of fastening a rope around a post, spar or stake.
How to tie:
1. Make a turn with the rope around the object and over itself.
2. Take a second turn with the rope around the object.
3. Pull the end up under the second turn so it is between the rope and the object.
Tighten by pulling on both ends.
Classification:
Hitch

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