For many of us, untangling our earbuds is the extent of our survivalist knot knowledge. Tying knots is just for sailors and mountain climbers, right? Turns out, there are a few simple knots that you ...

When confronted with the need to tie something off, most people resort to simply tying as many half-assed knots as they can in the vague hope that the sheer frictional complexity will stymie the ...

Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer.

The improved clinch knot has long been the standard for tying lures to fishing lines. In fact, it's so universal among anglers that it's sometimes called the fisherman's knot. It's easy to learn, ...

You'll be a pro yourself in no time. Not only smart and stylish, bow ties are actually pretty versatile. A bow tie can dress up a sports jacket or put the finishing touch on a tuxedo, and can be an ...