Bøger af Geoffrey Budworth

This reference manual and practical handbook presents over 200 knots, illustrating how to tie them in step-by-step photographs and clear, detailed text by an expert.

The ability to tie knots is a fundamental skill that can be used both indoors and out. Knots have long been a crucial tool for anyone working on any project or activity, from practical applications to artistic techniques. This comprehensive guide to 80 knots is essential for sailing, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits. How to Select and Tie 80 Really Useful Knots contains an explanation of the basic terms used relating to knots and ropes, and cordage.From the rolling hitch to the boa knot, every knot is accompanied by clear step-by-step instructions and illustrations, making this a resource you'll turn to time and time again.Features: Useful knots for sailing Clever knots for camping Valuable knots for mountaineers Handy knots for the home and garden

Dozens of useful knots for fisherman, boaters, climbers, crafters, and everyone else!

Know-tying is an important skill, even essential if you are a boater, sailor, hiker, climber, or fishermen. Here in full color are the knots you need to know.The fundamental skill of tying knots is useful in countless situations, both indoors and out. The Little Book of Incredibly Useful Knots teaches you which knot to choose and exactly how to tie it, whether you’re constructing a trout fly, repairing a hammock, mooring a boat, securing a load to a car roof rack, or engaging in a rescue or survival situation.Compiled and written by two experts on the subject, this is an invaluable manual that explains through clear line diagrams and step-by-step descriptions how to tie more than two hundred practical knots, grouped by construction and tying method. Every entry contains a brief introduction to the history and development of the knot, its alternative names, and information on its uses and special features. Types of knots detailed include:Wagoner’s hitchEnglishman’s loopScaffold knotCordelette anchorTrident loopLobster buoy hitchThe book also contains a comprehensive glossary of terms to guide you through the complexities of different rope types. It helps you choose the right rope for every task.Skyhorse Publishing is proud to publish a broad range of books for fishermen. Our books for anglers include titles that focus on fly fishing, bait fishing, fly-casting, spin casting, deep sea fishing, and surf fishing. Our books offer both practical advice on tackle, techniques, knots, and more, as well as lyrical prose on fishing for bass, trout, salmon, crappie, baitfish, catfish, and more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.

The essential, full-color, step-by-step illustrated guide to tying more than seventy-five fishing knots.

Collins Discover: Knots is your one-stop guide to making, tying, and using knotsThis user-friendly, authoritative resource by the cofounder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers includes easy-to-follow guidance and full-color illustrations showing you everything you need to know about the most common and useful knots. Topics include knotting history, knotting terms, and knot uses and their names.Inside you will find:Boating knots, knots for home and hobbies, life-support knotsDetails on cordage, tools, and accessoriesStep-by-step instructionsGlossary and resources for further reading

A handy guidebook that includes eighty ornamental and useful knots with easy-to-follow; with step-by-step illustrations.

The Pocket Guide to Outdoor Knots provides easy-to-follow, step-by-step diagrams and instructions for tying over eighty knots. Over 300 full-color illustrations and photographs guide the reader through the stages of tying each knot correctly.  This beautifully illustrated, full-color guide unties the mysteries of dozens of knots. Using incredibly clear photographs and diagrams, as well as straightforward, easy-to-follow instructions, any reader can master knots for fishing, boating, camping, and climbing. Climbers will feel safer knowing they have tied the perfect Water or Tape knot. Fishermen will fight big fish with more confidence. There are overhand knots, figure eight knots, bowlines and sheet bends, crossing knots, and more. There is even fascinating "knot lore." Whether for practical use or just for fun, this is a great place to start knotting, so grab a piece of rope, sit back, and enjoy!