Knots

Browse knots by name, type, difficulty or category and click one to see how it is tied.

Difficulty

Difficulty Scale (1–10)
1–2 · Novice

Fundamental 1–2 step knots; intuitive to tie and inspect (e.g., Overhand, Half Hitch).

3–4 · Beginner

Essential everyday knots with a few turns; easy to memorize (e.g., Figure-8, Square Knot).

5–6 · Intermediate

Multi-step working knots requiring proper dressing and tensioning (e.g., Bowline, Clove Hitch, Sheet Bend).

7–8 · Advanced

Complex geometry, mid-line bight manipulation, or high precision under load (e.g., Alpine Butterfly, Prusik, Carrick Bend).

9–10 · Master

Intricate multi-pass weaves, decorative/marlinespike work, splices, or load-critical harnesses (e.g., Monkey’s Fist, Turk’s Head).

Structural Knot Types (Presets & Custom)
hitch

Attaches a rope directly to an object, post, ring, or another standing line.

bend

Joins two separate rope ends together to form a single longer line.

loop

Forms a fixed or adjustable closed eye at the end or middle (bight) of a rope.

stopper

Adds bulk to a rope end to prevent it from slipping through a hole, grommet, or another knot.

binding

Wraps tightly around one or more objects to hold or bundle them together.

friction hitch

Grips another rope under load via friction but slides freely when unweighted.

decorative

Ornamental, braided, or marlinespike ropework tied for aesthetics, grip, or weight.

lashing

Secures poles, spars, or timber together into rigid structures.

splice

Permanently interweaves rope strands to form an eye or join lines while retaining maximum strength.

harness

Body or gear-wrapping configuration designed to distribute load across multiple attachment points.