Backpacker magazine's Outdoor Knots - Paperback

by Clyde Soles (Author)

Backpacker Magazine's Outdoor Knots provides readers step-by-step instructions for tying the most useful knots and hitches, splices and lashings for the outdoors; info on the best type of rope and knot for each task at hand; how to properly prepare, coil, and maintain ropes for durability and reliability.

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Backpacker magazine's Outdoor Knots brings you essential mind gear from the two most respected and reliable publishers of outdoor-related information. More than 130 color photos accompany step-by- step instructions for tying 30 of the most useful knots for the outdoors, including joining knots, loop knots, and hitches. Also included is information on which knots work best for specific situations. Perfect for pack or pocket, this book breaks down its subject into the essential topics, providing practical and portable information useful in the field. Full-color photos complement concise, clear text, introducing you to the basic and intermediate skills needed to safely and successfully get by in the outdoors. Also available: Backpacker magazine'sCampsite CookingOutdoor Survival Predicting WeatherTrailside Navigation

Author Biography

Clyde Soles is a professional author and photographer who, for eight years, was the principle field tester for rock climbing and mountaineering equipment for Rock & Ice magazine.. He writes for Outside, Backpacker, Rock & Ice, Climbing, Hooked on the Outdoors, and other national outdoor magazines, and has authored several books, including The Outdoor Knots Book, Land Navigation Handbook, and Expedition Planning.