In Defense of the European Death Knot
Despite the grim nomenclature, the EDK is a safe and effective rappel knot. Here's why.
Climbing Knots
Climber Asks If Knot He Invented Is Safe
I have this knot I’ve invented, a take-off on the trace-8, and am wondering if it would weaken the rope?
Learn Climbing’s Most Used Knot: The Figure Eight Follow-Through
Master the standard knot for tying in to the rope
Why Do Knots Keep Coming Untied?
Here we have two tales of not paying enough attention to climbing's most critical tasks: tying in and belaying.
Rappelling Is Climbing’s Most Dangerous Activity. Here’s How To Make It Safer.
Use these methods for better rappelling—and rap backups.
Use the Clove Hitch To Simplify Anchoring Yourself And Transitions
This versatile hitch has a myriad uses. Here's yet another one.
Learn to Trad Climb: A Beginner’s Guide
Want to enhance your rappelling skillset? Build better anchors? Perfect your gear placements? Crush your first multi-pitch?
Essential Climbing Knots — The Complete Guide
Seven essential climbing knots to learn first: The Trace Eight, Prusik, Clove Hitch, Ring Bend, Double Fisherman's, Girth Hitch, and Figure-Eight On A Bight.