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Getting its name from dock workers known as stevedores, the Stevedore Stopper Knot is bulky enough to keep the end of a rope from running through block and tackle. Give it a try next time you need a good stopper knot.

Most all flyfishermen will readily admit that "Indicator Fishing" is productive. After all, the fish spend most of their time on the bottom of a stream or river and an indicator rig

There are many opportunities to use Loop to Loop connections in fishing and it is wise to do so when you can.

All Scouts learn to tie the Tautline Hitch. It is a wonderful knot that allows for the adjustment of length or tension on an fixed line, such as a laundry line or tent guy line. However, The Midshipman's Hitch offers a more secure knot and some other benefits. Check it out!

The Midshipman's Hitch creates an adjustable loop at the end of a rope. It is similar to the Tautline Hitch but one important difference makes it superior and that is

We've seen a lot of ways to tie a Snell Knot and have three versions here on NetKnots but this one

We all need a quick release from time to time and here is another good one, the Highwayman's Hitch. Note: never for human load - too easy to release.

The French Whipping consists of a series of half hitches. It is used to help keep the ends of rope from unraveling. Check it out.

The Bachmann Knot is a good friction knot that is popular with climbers. It uses a carabiner handle that is used in climbing to ascend fixed ropes. Check it out!

The Australian Plait is a great way to make a double line. Check it out as an alternative to the Bimini Twist.