Bowline, Dutch Bowline, Cowboy Bowline - Bowline How to Tie - Quick Tie Bowline Tutorial

How to Tie the Most Useful Knot in the World - The Bowline
In this short video, I will show you how to tie the Bowline in 3 different ways. This will also include the Cowboy Bowline and the Dutch Bowline.
The Bowline is a particularly useful loop knot as it will not slip when under load and is also very strong. The Bowline is also relatively easy to undo when it has been under strain.
The "True" Bowline has the working end terminating within the actual loop, where as the Dutch Bowline or Cowboy Bowline the working end terminates on the outside of the loop.
There seems to be a lot of debate as to the benefits and strengths of the Bowline over the Dutch Bowline.
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[@KnottingKnots]

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[@bishnuprasadchowdhury5964]

Fine

[@AlPi1942]

Slick video. Thx

[@salimufari]

I have found the failure of the Dutch bowline is the tail being on the outside is more likely to snag & take load if lowering near something that can catch it. If that tail takes load either way it will capsize the knot into a slip. I do like the version of this rhyme where the drunk sailor pops out of the bar for air swings around the lamp post & heads straight back in for another round.

[@bobbyboyd1514]

@@salimufari g*(

[@tonyminnichsoffer7401]

Thanks for the splendid video. As a former farm kid, woodsman, construction worker, and all-round outdoorsman I love the bowline. Now in my golden years, I teach nature and camp skills to kids. I find it very hard to teach modern kids to tie knots. Some don't even know how to tie shoes correctly. Seeing your demo and the pace of it might help me teach them. Thanks again.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it Tony. It is very good of you to teach the next generation!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@KyleTaylorLucas]

Brilliant! LOVED this reminder. Was a firefighter in the late 80s and this was a perfect reminder.

[@urwholefamilydied]

Fantastic. I found the second method you showed how to tie the dutch is incredibly easy to remember and quick. I was in boy scouts and had to learn a bunch of knots, I only remember a few of them, and the bowline was NOT one I could remember. Thanks for the vid. Probably the most useful and versatile knot.

[@KnottingKnots]

If you liked this Bowline, can I recommend that you have a look at the Imitation Slipped Bowline: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2KuhI2ciKx4hsk Easy to remember and also quick to tie and untie. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@maribelrios6562]

Wow! I tried with someone else and quit on the 3rd try; then, I found you and thank you very much for everything you said. 1st time knot!!! 😁❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@johnclark1469]

Great job! Nice pace so the viewer can follow along and find what method works best for him. Thanks for taking the time to let us see how it works. 👍

[@markcourtad5100]

I like how it is laid out, easy to see, and slow. I have to see, think, and do all at the same time and this demonstration was right up my alley!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@colleenroze]

Best tutorial I’ve found so far! Thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@itisbigernie]

I totally agree.

[@hassanansari8503]

I liked it because you are very detailed in teaching and also transparent , your hands doesn’t block your work for the viewer to learn , thank you .

[@KnottingKnots]

I do try my best Hassan. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@ushi120]

Hi Johnny, thx for the vid. Perfect explanation. There are many different names for the bowline in the marked. If you take a look into the Knot-Bible "Clifford W. Ashley - Book of knots", the technically correct designation for the bowline (working-end-outside-the-loop) is: "LEFT-HAND BOWLINE #1034.5" colloquial language: Dutch-bowline Cowboy-bowline ... Cheers

[@KnottingKnots]

Always good to hear others peoples thoughts about the Bowline. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@gkaye9393]

nope!!!!! absolutely nothin wrong here man!!! brilliant---fabulously demonstrated-----thank you !!!!!!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@BushcraftingBogan]

In 1978 I was in the Boy Scouts and my Scout Leaders pronounced it "Bowline". I hope that clears it up. You're Welcome.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@walterbruins5407]

Thanks, very well explained. One addition maybe, when you want to make a bowline in the middle of a long rope, the second method is especially easy. You only have to put the long end once through the loop.

[@cybersoil100]

Great video and photography. Some people don't do a very good job showing how to tie the knot.

[@francescahulin]

Thanks. I found this quite clear to handle, especially never never made knots before. So it's a great instructional video on this knot. Offering variety also caters to different learning styles and techniques. Thanks again.

[@RustyOrange71]

This is exactly how a bowline should be taught from the off. Excellent !! I learnt something. Thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

I also love this version!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@tomcoors537]

Outstanding explanation and options, very well described and very easy to follow !

[@freddycamarillo2640]

Mr. J. Dept, You are a great teacher. You explain everything so well and easy to learn. I enjoy watching your video's. I can't get enough. Take care and God bless.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thank you so much.

[@Deanwrd]

Never got tired of the options and the applications you showed here. Very great, thank you.

[@KnottingKnots]

I never really knew how many different Bowlines there are, or even the number of different ways of tying them??? Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@tanguerochas]

Very nice. I call the one with the marlinespike hitch the slip knot method. You describe and do it very well.

[@KnottingKnots]

........... and the Marline Spike Hitch is a wonderful starting point for many knots. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@terryobrien9335]

tried it many times without success, confused, then I saw this video and now I can do bowlines! Love it. I'm with the 4,000+ likes and don't understand the few naysayers. Thank you

[@KnottingKnots]

Ah, some people say that I talk too much, hence the dislikes. Glad that you liked the video. Are you learning knots because you just want to, or need to?

[@sttraveler2593]

Thank you one of the best explanation between the cowboy and bowline knots. I have adopted your technique and it is very simple. The bowline knot, to me, was one of the most confusing and hard to remember knot I have ever encountered.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, it is a very easy way of tying the Bowline. If you like the Bowline, you may also be interested in the Imitation Slipped Bowline. I have started to use this one more and more, and despite being slipped, I find it rather secure when dressed properly: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2KuhI2ciKx4hsk

[@alexchoywaimun5826]

Hi...loud and clear...easy to understand...LIKE..

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad to hear!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@steveneugene339]

Thank you , even i could follow your instructions . Well done , signed slow learner .

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that it helped you out. I do have a series of videos that also include slow motion sections here: kzbin.info/aero/PL7nysDkNnZHc0Tba3EGCagrhA44Mu-MjO

[@kimpliny]

Excellent illustration! I like the Bowline and the Dutch Bowline. And I find the Dutch Bowline the easiest:). Thank you!!

[@MonotonyTV]

A lot of of people seem to hate the Dutch Bowline, but I also love it! Have you tried the Imitation Slipped Bowline, that is one of my go to knots?

[@gemsbokpan5062]

The rabbit and the hole technique really helped me place this knot in my memory bank. Thanks so much.

[@highlandervalasik9274]

What is a good book for learning knots, splicing and whippng, pls?

[@KnottingKnots]

See my previous comment. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@jmjm1920]

Best bowline knots demo but the marlin works easy for me it creates dutch cowboy aslo! Thanks God Bless you sir🙏🙏🙏 from NZ

[@MonotonyTV]

Just go in from the other side and you will get a proper bowline.

[@robertoneal7508]

Which direction you go through the slip knot/marlin spike hitch determines whether you get trad. Or cowboy bowline. Go through the most obvious way as in your videos and you get the cowboy. Going in the opposite way, always a normal bowline. Not any more time or trouble. Great video, this is my favorite bowline method. Use it or one hand method mainly depending on the physical position and if I can prep the slip prior. I prefer the cowboy, especially when around a tree/post to keep the loop out of the way.

[@fredlau7635]

Great video. It shows application value. 🙏🍁

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@garyjones3585]

No doubt, best video on how to tie a bowline.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@Vicmacis]

Very clear explanation, thank you

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@stevancrevar1257]

The best and easiest way to learn, congratulations.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes it is!!! ;-) Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@DonDanie1]

Doing this knot with thicker ropes: Let the rope straight on the floor pointing to you (one end next to you, other end away). Take the working end at hand and let the rest of the rope on the floor. Do a movement just like a whip with this rest of the rope that way to make the loop facing the right. The loop must be line toward you over the line toward away. And now do the rest of movements just like the video has shown, keeping the rope on the floor all the time.

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks for this additional information. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@rgalletta58]

I'm calling it the bow-line because I believe the origin is nautical and I travel up stream, lol! The various methods to tie a bow-line, are fascinating.

[@KnottingKnots]

I do also tend to agree with you on that.

[@kleetus88]

thank you for slowing it down and explaining it as you went!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful!

[@thierryogerau9824]

Nice. On my boat I use your last method because it can be done AT NIGHT .

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@zombiezombie9394]

Finally a good vid explaining it! I was able to tie it thank for a good vid 👍

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it helped! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@sandeesimons6045]

Fabulous! Thank you for the excellent tutorial. I LOVE the "rabbit" reminder. It helped a lot. Brilliant.😊

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it, can I ask what you need knots for?

[@genin69]

omg thank you.. the dutch bowline is amazing and so easy as I love the Marlon spike, one of my favorite knots. so easy!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@faizullahbhatti1485]

Very Very nice 👌 👍 God bless you 🙏❤ and your family 👪

[@dunnkruger8825]

Thanks

[@Haramyst]

Absolutely BRILLIANT video!! great visual perspective and explanation. In my estimation your tutorial on the different methods discussed here are without reservation the VERY BEST video on youtube regarding the tying of the bowline knot, sharing top spot only with Shipwright Louis Sauzedde's keen presentation. I hereby subscribe and look forward to watching and learning from your other videos.

[@williamfolan6]

Great stuff

[@peekaboo964]

Very useful knot

[@garyjones3585]

Best video yet on knots.

[@KnottingKnots]

well thank you Gary.

[@PattyAHollandB]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@freddycamarillo2640]

You make knot tying fun. 😃

[@KnottingKnots]

I do try to, but some do complain I talk too much, so am currently doing a non chat series: kzbin.info/aero/PL7nysDkNnZHc0Tba3EGCagrhA44Mu-MjO

[@bartplondon]

Well done.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@bengtmansson9672]

I like your lessons. I always use the quick version of this. As young I learned to do it with one hand, at least the final half, while using the other hand to stay safe on deck. My guess about the controversy about the two ways is that it comes from formal training; You must learn to do it the right way always, and never do it the left way (or whatever ironic name used). Practice makes consistency. The difference is huge when this same knot is tied as a sheet bend.

[@KnottingKnots]

You are so right in what you say. Thanks for taking the time to share this information, I always love to hear about knots being used! You said safe on "deck" are you ex navy of some sort?

[@championskyeterrier]

Excellent video but I have a warning/caution about the marlinspike hitch or slipknot method, the second method you demonstrate in your video. In my experience practicing this method it has the possibility of total failure of the knot! The slipknot has to "invert" itself when pulled tight in order to form the bowline. It seems to me that depending on the line and the circumstances this does not always happen! If the slipknot does not "invert" then you have no knot at all and the bitter end of the rope simply slips through and all falls apart! Now you can push on the slipknot with your finger while tightening down to force this critical event to happen and ensure that the knot forms properly, but this is a danger I feel people learning this method of tying a bowline should be aware of!

[@sarah21968]

I'd watched lots of video on knots I learned something new from you.. thank you so much

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@mikeplatt7020]

very helpful.Well done!

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@swingwizard]

Thanks! Very very clearly!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@swingwizard]

@@KnottingKnots you're welcome

[@paulmurray4679]

Johnny, as always great instruction, I'm VERY taken with your knife/spike, what make/model please, AND, will you do a video on the very actractive decorative tag you have on the knife ?

[@KnottingKnots]

Many thanks for you comment. The knife is a Myerchin and for the lanyard, there is a video here on how to tie that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHbPiIKjhb6Be6M

[@mmcgee2170]

Excellent

[@KnottingKnots]

Me or the video? 😀 Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@Perktube1]

Rabbit: you went the wrong way around the tree! Dutch rabbit: bugger off, git. You went the wrong way!

[@KnottingKnots]

They can be hard to control at times................

[@mrbrenton182]

Hi Johnny, just wondering... would you use the bowline knot as an anchor to your trailer to then tie a load down? I have seen people use the clove hitch as their initial anchor knot but have heard it could eventually slip. I have even wondered about using the anchor bend as the initial knot but as I am unsure I would hate to tie down a load and have the initial knot be unsecure. Could you please suggest and initial tie down knot? Thanks in advance, love the easy tutorials.

[@KnottingKnots]

Whatever you feel comfortable with. The Imitation Slipped Bowline is very easy and quick release: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2KuhI2ciKx4hsk Or the Backhand Hitch is very secure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2XOpaN7qd-Sa8U

[@ErwinBrady]

I am strong in mental things. I need to do things like this, for more life balance.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, and become even more frustrated, especially if you do decorative knot work!!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@joesallee5943]

Very good presentation and video work. Allows good viewing keeping hands at a position that allows to see what is being taught.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@AndrzejGruszka57]

Practical as sailor😃

[@KnottingKnots]

......and we all love a sailor!!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@vicpetrishak1077]

Everytime I listen to the analogy of the rabbit and the tree I remember the 1975 movie Jaws .

[@KnottingKnots]

Well, I did not know it was in that film................... mind you, the last time I watched it, was about a thousand years ago!! 😉 😉 😉

[@coo463]

I like the bowline where I need a non moving loop tied around something. I find it easier than other choices that I know of such as a fig 8 follow through, carrick bend or an alpine butterfly which can be tied with similar qualities. If I need something less likely to shake loose, I generally chose the alpine butterfly. It is more complicated than the other choices but I find easier to do because it i doesn flop around as much when tying like the carrick and faster than a fig 8 follow through,. Generally though, the bowline is my go-to. Either style is fine, I kind of like the dutch method.

[@kurtsteiner8384]

Bowling is the first hitch or bend they teach you in the Royal Navy. I can't see the benefit of with left or right handed bowlines being stronger or weaker than the other. As it was described to me in my service. It is a life saver and had to be proficient at it at night and in the water to tie it one handed if needed. You have got it right mostly I think. Hope it helps

[@KnottingKnots]

When were you in the mob mate?

[@kurtsteiner8384]

@@KnottingKnots Minesweepers 1979 to 1993 defence cuts. Marine engineer and adqual diver. Hope it helps.

[@KnottingKnots]

@@kurtsteiner8384 1st draft was Kent D12, was then sent to Vernon to join Kellington. For some reason Kellington fell through, so ended up buffers party in Vernon. Then drafted to Glamorgan D19, in refit, later Ark Royal and other sh1t in-between.

[@kurtsteiner8384]

@@KnottingKnots Very interesting I knew some who where on the Kent. As for HMS kellington she was my first deployment at the time. Spent many years in and out of units at Portsmouth hmnb Nelson sultan Collingwood and phoenix not forgetting Vernon. I ended up doing refits and deds at Vernon on HMS maxton another hunter north railway jetty.

[@kurtsteiner8384]

@@KnottingKnots Once navy always Navy they say. Best guys I have worked with anywhere, not forgetting the wrens they were good to. Same applies.

[@david168ding6]

great sir

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@seokgyunkim6804]

Thank your for your detail presentation. The cowboy bowline is the same as the fish net knots.

[@KnottingKnots]

......well, I did not know that, thanks for the information.

[@P3tash]

Dude this was awesome, finally feel like I’ve leaned in a way I will never forget

[@KnottingKnots]

Yep, that way is so much easier. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@daniedupreez6678]

This is also a very handy knot if you have only a piece of rope to tow a broken down vehicle, as you can actually loosen the knot again afterwards, without cutting it!

[@frankwilliams5475]

Excellent techniques.

[@edsautter51]

I teach the scouts tying the bowline both ways. In a hurry when it's raining making the marlin spike bowline is far simpler to do. It gets a ridge line up in no time.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to share this information, I always love to hear about knots and cordage being used in action!

[@mini2umario]

"the rabbit goes through the hole, behind the tree, and back through the hole again" Thank you!

[@KnottingKnots]

We all love that rabbit!!! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@horaciodascanio2134]

Thank you so much, regards from Argentina, learned the easy way with your tutorial

[@KnottingKnots]

Well hello Argentina, nice of you to drop in!!

[@denniswilhelmsr5613]

You explain it perfectly I learned fondly thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@icTroy]

This has been the best tut for bowline for me! thanks!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks Troy, Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@flukeguru1]

very nice, I use it to secure my boat

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to share this information, I always love to hear about knots and cordage being used in action!

[@jkcurti]

I recall watching a cowboy go fetch a stray horse and take a rope create the flipped loop and then run it through the harness to lead the horse. I've also seen them do a similar trick and make an instant harness. Loved the great instruction and bit of history on this knot. THANKS!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@appalachianstill]

Brilliant! Thanks for helping out this newbie. Much appreciated!

[@KnottingKnots]

Always glad to help. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@andrzejgruszka9574]

Thank you! Very detailed and so clearly explained. 😊

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@PMVINOD]

👍Happy Scouting.

[@KnottingKnots]

I sometimes wonder, in this modern age, is Scouting still popular?

[@lizardfirefighter110]

The direction that the rabbit goes around the tree will determine what kind of bowline you end up with. The last knot you showed is also called a snap bowline. Topically with a snap bowline the person tying the knot is in a hurry and does not care if the end is in the loop. I learned that coming around to the other side will; however, keep the end on the outside of the snap bowline.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to share this information, I always love to hear about knots and cordage being used! Thanks also for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@thekalkalawgroup-personali6552]

This is a fantastic video with a great instructor

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes I am ;-) Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@burlms]

BIG help! thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

Now you will never forget it ;-) Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@robertlangen6238]

Excellent presentation of a very useful technique.

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@richardwiley5933]

Excellent video! The best tutorial yet - easy to understand and implement. Well done!

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes it is!! ;-) Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@stevenfish3324]

Thank you for the best way I have seen to tie this knot.

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes, that way is nice and quick. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

This is a very informative post, Iam always tieing the Cowboy knot. Cheers !

[@KnottingKnots]

I find the cowboy a rather good one. The Imitation Slipped Bowline, may be of interest: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n2KuhI2ciKx4hsk Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@josephsong2838]

You are the Master!!!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thank you............... I am not a master, I only stated this channel to help me to remember how to do certain knots. Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@barry7608]

Great camera work well explained, I've been shown that knot a few times then the rabbit gets lost!! Think I've got it now tho' thanks

[@stephenodell9688]

I have always called these knots as the in side and out side bowlines. There is said to have a 3% different with the inside bowline being the stronger.

[@KnottingKnots]

If I recall, you are the first person that has ever given a reason for why one is better than the other. Most people just say, not on my boat!

[@lucienne1125]

In dutch it is called a paalsteek (/pawlstaik/), I use it a lot in sailing, to make a sail shorter

[@KnottingKnots]

I understand that the Cowboy Bowline is sometimes called the the Dutch bowline, considered by the Dutch Navy as superior? Thank you so much for letting me know alternative wording.

[@thearchibaldtuttle]

Also in German: Palstek

[@stevejackson2694]

A nice simple functional knot, explained well. Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. Are you more of a practical or decorative knotter?

[@stevejackson2694]

Johnny Debt Practical usage but there’s something nice about a good knot

[@KnottingKnots]

@@stevejackson2694 I started off purely decorative, but became fascinated by practical knots and their uses. Thanks again Steve.

[@rjgirving]

Good descriptive video. The one version I cannot grasp is the one hand bowline. Does that play off the Marlin Spike Hitch method? Very helpful series. Thanks

[@KnottingKnots]

I considered the single handed bowline, but ended up rejecting it. It seems that in order to tie it, you need good conditions?? No panic, no rough seas, no falling debris. I am at the moment trying to investigate if it is actually taught on any safety course. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@rjgirving]

Yeah. That’s why I said I can’t get it. Seems really hard and only needed in a crisis. I guess I will give up on that one. Unlikely to use it.

[@Imustfly]

Very informative ! Thanks for your time on this !

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@MrMimios]

Awesome demonstration!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated. You may also be interested in my Blog Posts here: igkt-solent.co.uk/blog/

[@andystables3940]

This video may seem slow and wordy but it is SO CLEAR! At last I am ready to be rescued by helicopter from a mountain ledge!

[@KnottingKnots]

I started a long time ago to "over explain" as I have one subscriber who is blind. He and his granddaughter follow the videos, he listens and she watches. He ties the knot and if he goes wrong his granddaughter corrects him. A lovely little bond must be growing between them? Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@SemoreLucky777]

Thanks man 👊 I watched 5 videos, your's the best.

[@KnottingKnots]

Of course it was!! 😀 Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@elgallo6626]

You are the best!

[@KnottingKnots]

Yes I am ;-) Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@md.shahadathossain78]

Nice presentation .

[@frankenbeans6930]

Great tutorial! Used to tie on to my anchor system.

[@KnottingKnots]

Glad that you liked it and also that it served a purpose! Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@Bro-f3h]

THANKS!

[@KnottingKnots]

Thanks for taking the time to view and also make a comment, very much appreciated.

[@raymondtan713]

thanks so much. very easy to follow.