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Learn how to tie the Water Bowline loop knot, a reliable variation that holds strong even on wet or slippery ropes. This knot is easy to tie, secure under load, and ideal for boating, climbing, rescue ...

There’s an old saying: “If you don’t know a knot, tie a lot.” It’s funny advice, really. Outdoor sports enthusiasts should know lots of knots, but we should know how to tie them correctly every time.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The simple and essential bowline. The bowline is an ancient knot. It dates so far back historians can’t even pinpoint who tied it ...