Learn how to tie 300+ knots for fishing camping climbing boating sailing bushcraft survival rescue arborist work scouting and everyday rope work.

Knot IQ is the official knot-tying guide from The Bear Essentials. It combines true interactive 3D guided knot selection with KnotFINDER and offline access in one practical reference.

Find the right knot with KnotFINDER

Not sure what to tie? Start with the job instead of a knot name. Answer a few quick questions about your situation. KnotFINDER narrows the choices explains why each recommendation fits and helps you compare suitable knots.

Control every step in true interactive 3D

Do more than watch a fixed animation. Rotate the knot freely zoom in scrub through each step reverse the sequence pause and adjust the playback speed. Change the rope colours for better visibility or switch to left-handed mode.

Learn where and why a knot works

Review practical uses strengths trade-offs and related knots. Interactive scenes connect knot knowledge to real jobs: tap a task to see what to tie and where it belongs.

Learn offline

Download the enhanced 3D knot resources you want then keep learning away from an internet connection. Use the Downloaded filter and 3D Download Manager to keep your offline library organized.

Build your own knot library

Save favourites create custom lists reorder your knots and keep your go-to techniques easy to find. Search by name browse by activity or type or use filters to narrow the complete library.

Knot categories and uses

Explore:

• Fishing and fly-fishing knots
• Camping hiking bushcraft and survival knots
• Climbing rescue and firefighting knots
• Boating sailing and marine knots
• Arborist hoisting rigging and utility knots
• Scouting knots lashings and splices
• Necktie knots shoelaces household decorative and specialty ropework

Learn essentials such as the Bowline Clove Hitch Figure Eight Sheet Bend Taut-Line Hitch Trucker’s Hitch Prusik and Munter Hitch—plus hundreds of specialized bends bindings friction hitches lashings loops splices stopper knots and quick-release knots.

Knot IQ features

• 300+ knots and growing
• True interactive 3D knot models
• Guided KnotFINDER recommendations and explanations
• Offline access to downloaded 3D content
• Interactive scenes and practical use guidance
• Rope-colour controls and left-handed mode
• Favourites custom lists search filters and related knots
• Expert Bear Essentials guides and video tutorials
• One-time purchase with no ads or subscriptions
• No data collected

Made for beginners and experienced knot tyers alike. Learn the knots you need for the outdoors work emergencies and everyday life—then keep them ready when you need them.

Learn. Craft. Explore.

Safety note: Knot IQ is an educational reference. For climbing rescue arborist marine and other safety-critical uses follow qualified instruction inspect your equipment and use the procedures required for your activity.