In the backpacking world, it is most useful if you need to tie something to your pack or to add a line to tie down your tarp or rain fly. The best part about this simple knot is how easy it is to ...

Jam knots tighten under pressure. Twisted knots can be untied but can also cut through the line under extreme tension. Starting with the fly, I use two knots to attach my fly to the tippet. How much ...