KNOTS

Know more about ropes

Learn how to tie the 7 basic knots

To understand the function of each knot

LESSON OBJECTIVES

Different types of ropesHow to maintain ropesThe different parts of a rope7 knots

Thumb knotFigure of 8 knotReef knotFisherman’s knotBowlineSingle sheet bendClove hitch

SCOPE

TYPE OF ROPES

E.g. Hemps, Manila, Cotton

Low cost & density

Rot easily in humid conditions

Not as strong as other type of ropes

NATURAL FIBRE ROPES

E.g. Nylon, PolyesterStronger & lighter

than natural fibre ropes of same size

More resistant to rotAble to withstand great shocks

SmootherMore prone to overheating

SYNTHETIC ROPES

Stiff and allows very little stretch

Durable

Used mainly in hauling, rappelling

STATIC ROPES

More elastic than static ropes

Can stretch under a heavy load to absorb great shocks

Durable

Used in belaying, climbing

DYNAMIC ROPES

ROPE MAINTENANCE

Keep ropes in a well-ventilated room, away from chemicals

Keep away from direct sunlight

Always clean & dry ropes before storage

Always check for wear & tear

HOW TO MAINTAIN ROPES

THE DIFFERENT PARTS OF A ROPE

1. Thumb knot2. Figure of 8 knot3. Reef knot4. Fisherman’s knot5. Bowline6. Single sheet band7. Clove hitch

7 KNOTS

A.K.A “overhand knot”

Used as a stopper knot

For general use, camping, sailing, fishing

THUMB KNOT

Used as a stopper knot(easier to untie than thumb knots) or for the sheets of a boat

For general use, rock climbing, camping, sailing, fishing

FIGURE OF 8 KNOT

Used to join 2 ropes of the same diameter

For general use, camping, sailing, first aid (quick release).

REEF KNOT

Used to join two slippery ropes of the same diameter together

For fishing, climbing, camping

FISHERMAN’S KNOT

• Used to form a loop

• For climbing, sailing, camping, rescue

BOWLINE

• Used to join two ropes of different thickness together

• For general Use, camping, sailing

SINGLE SHEET BEND

Used as an anchor knot on round objects such as poles

For general use, camping, sailing, climbing, pioneering.

CLOVE HITCH

Different types of ropes have different usages and applications where their properties are best utilized.

Understanding these concepts will allow us to choose the most suitable ropes for different situations.

CONCLUSION