One drawback is that the two ends often end up different lengths, but otherwise it's a great knot!
Here is how to tie a bow in under 1 second in case anyone wants something that looks a bit cleaner but is less functional: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/Q5qZpQe_4EA
"Hey, that's the Ian Knot!"
Or alternatively, what are the "better" alternatives to the classics everyone knows.
My favourite knot is the bowline. Non-slip loop, very strong, easy to tie, easy to undo. Can be used for tying two ropes together, ropes to things.
Other useful ones (especially for sailing)
* Clove hitch * Reef knot * Rolling hitch * Sheet bend
So first you wrap one lace around the other and pull it tight, well before you pull it tight wrap it around one more time. This helps hold the laces tight for the next step where you fold the laces and wrap them around each other. Do that a second time as well before you pull it fully tight.
Without video or illustration I suspect this is not easy to follow. Oh well.
I've learned it a month ago and couldn't be happier.
Recently, due to Scouts, learned more and I can't believe how often I use them.
"Dryer's busted! My DIY laundry line sags! What to do?!"
"If only I could make a loop that won't move in the middle of this rope!"
weavie•28m ago