I haven't told my son about the book, he will enjoy it.
But I did enquire about a favorite rope that I had taken a hard fall on. Climbing ropes are rated on the number of HARD falls they can sustain. And this rope was near its limit of six.
Late last night I was thinking about how I could work in a closed weave mat (plate 157 #309) with a simple spiral of a second rope around it.
I used to make my own gear and have a heavy-duty walking foot sewing machine that MIGHT be able to sew across rows of 11mm. Now mostly I make felted wool quilts.
...Clicking on your link what do I see on the cover?
A CLOSED WEAVE WITH A SPIRAL AROUND IT!!!
A library just a few miles off has it on the shelf, but no, I found it for $4.35. Totally lacking self-control... should be here Friday.
A quick side trip into terra incognita, some stout teflon thread on the machine, some 11mm and it stomps right through it, without complaint.
HO,HO,HO! And away we go.
I usually waste my time on my bike, rowing machine, and sewing machines and now something new.
Thank you again.
PS:
What is EK&FRW?
My knot experience is mostly from climbing, a narrow focus.
Encyclopedia of Knots and Fancy Rope Work. Sorry, I'm lazy, very lazy! :)
Wow, climbing... I get shaky on a step stool. I could never do it. But I'm in awe of those who do. And I LOVE the knots!
Just checkin’ in to see if your copy of Marlinspike has arrived. If so, I wouldn’t be surprised if you haven’t already woven up a mat or two. :) Anyway, hope it meets your expectations when it finally comes.
With the two books you’ve already purchased, plus Ashley, you’d have what in my mind are the big three in knots, enough to keep any man busy (and happy!) for a lifetime, at least that’s true for an old coot like me. A younger man with phenomenal concentration,, maybe not. Cheers!