Winkpass Creations
Released: Apr 27, 2009
Size: 9.8 MB
Latest version: 2.8
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"...a highly recommended app with tons of utility value..." - iphoneappreviews.net
Knot Guide was named one of "10 iPhone apps to get you through the Recession" by MrGadget.com.au
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Need to tie a knot? Knot Guide will teach you the ropes!
You may now SAVE your favorite knots!
NOW includes MONKEY FIST!
Knot Guide NOW includes the following 63 knots, 52 of which are unique:
Alpine Butterfly on a Bight, Anchor Bend, Arbor Knot, Ashley's Stopper, Blake's Hitch, Bowline, Bowline on a Bight, Braid Knot, Buntline Hitch, Carrick Bend, Clinch Knot, Clove Hitch, Clove Hitch on a Bight, Constrictor, Countryman's Knot, Cow Hitch, Diagonal Lashing, Double Fisherman's, Double Overhand Stopper, Double Sheet Bend, Double Surgeon's Loop, Figure-of-Eight, Figure-of-Eight Loop, Fisherman's Bend, Girth Hitch, Highwayman's Hitch, Hunter's Bend, Improved Clinch Knot, Lark's Head, Lumberman's Knot, Monkey Fist, Mooring Hitch, Nail Knot, Overhand Knot, Oysterman's Stopper, Palomar Knot, Prusik Knot, Rapala, Reef Knot, Rigger's Bend, Rolling Hitch, Rosendahl Bend, Rosendahl Loop, Round Lashing, Running Bowline, Running Knot, Sheepshank, Sheet Bend, Slip, Square, Square Lashing, Stevedore, Surgeon's Knot, Tautline Hitch, Timber Hitch, Trucker's Hitch, Turk's Head 3L5B, Turle Knot, Two Half Hitches, Uni Knot, Yosemite Bowline, Zeppelin Bend, Zeppelin Loop
13 CATEGORIES include:
Bends, Binding Knots, Climbing Knots, Decorative Knots, Fishing Knots, Hitches (End), Hitches (Middle), Lashings, Loops (Fixed), Loops (Slip), Sailing Knots, Shortenings, Stopper Knots
FEATURES:
* Clear, colorful photographs
* Browse search by category or knot name
* From the "Knot Categories" screen, select a knot category (description and photo included for each category)
* Next, select a specific knot from your chosen category (description and photo included for each specific knot)
* Swipe the images to move forward or backward through the visual steps.
* Save your favorite knots for easy access
* "Knot Lingo" screen covers basic terms for knot tying.
People of all walks of life since ancient times have found knots both fascinating and essential. Knots are used in sailing, climbing, tree trimming, jewelry making, and everyday tasks such as hitching a load to your vehicle.
Whether you are a novice or you have experience with tying knots, Knot Guide will assist you!
NOTE: Knots that are also known as another name are now also listed by the other name (eg. Square Knot is also listed as Reef Knot).
PLEASE NOTE: Activities involving ropes and knots can be dangerous, and many factors determine the safety of a particular knot or rope, including knot type, rope age and quality, and how accurately a knot is tied. Never trust a person’s life with a rope or knot. No responsibility is assumed by Winkpass Creations for incidents arising from the use of Knot Guide.
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