Binod Gautam
Binod Gautam is the founder of Knotspedia and has over 10 years of experience tying and testing knots for camping, fishing, hiking, and daily use. He launched knotspedia to share his extensive experience and help others master the art of knot tying. Binod breaks down each knot with step-by-step guides and real-world tips you can actually use. Whether you’re just getting started or want to sharpen your skills, Binod’s guides are made to be useful, accurate, and easy to follow.
Racking Bend
The Racking Bend is a secure knot for joining ropes of different diameters. Stronger than a Double Sheet Bend, it grips tightly and resists slipping.
Double Coin Knot
The Double Coin Knot is an ancient Chinese decorative knot, easy to tie, beautiful, and often used in jewelry, crafts, and traditional Chinese knotting.
Celtic Button Knot
The Celtic Button Knot is a simple single-strand stopper knot used in jewelry, lanyards, and decorative rope projects. Step-by-step guide.
Zeppelin Loop
The Zeppelin Loop is a secure, jam-resistant knot that forms a fixed loop. Strong under load, yet easy to untie, it’s used in climbing, rigging, and rescue.
Jury Mast Knot
The Jury Mast Knot secures a temporary mast at sea, forming firm loops to hold stays and shrouds. Once vital for sailors, it’s now also used decoratively.
Carrick Bend Mat
The Carrick Bend Mat is a decorative knot from the Turk’s Head family, perfect for mats, pads, or woggles. Simple to tie and stylish in design.
Scaffold Hitch
The Scaffold Hitch is used to secure a plank with rope. Easy to tie, used in scouting, swings, and temporary seats—simple but less secure than other hitches.
10 Best Sailing Knots Every Sailor Must Know (2025 Guide)
Stop fumbling with knots under pressure. Learn the 10 sailing knots professional use, with real-world tips on when they fail and how to tie them right.
Uni Knot
Learn how to tie a Uni Knot—a strong, easy-to-tie fishing knot perfect for attaching lines to hooks, swivels, reels, or joining two lines of any type.
