A bowline is such an important knot for sailors and scouts alike. You shouldn’t set out without knowing how to tie one, and there are literally dozens of ways to tie one. This is perhaps an 8 out of 10 for difficulty.

Try it out – you may need to do it one-handed some day if you’re fighting off killer sharks while snorkling off Fowey harbour.

You’ll be able to impress your friends with your dexterity.

If you think that’s clever wait till you see ‘How to tie a Bowline – Part 2′. That’s a 12 out of 10 for difficulty……

Related posts:

1. The Flying Bowline
2. How to tie a Bowline – Part 2 (normal way)
3. How to Tie a Clove Hitch (Regular & One Handed)