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

Discover one of the most practical knots for boaters and adventurers alike — the Mooring Hitch. This tutorial demonstrates how to tie it properly, why it’s reliable, and how easily it can be released ...

Erin Gobler is a personal finance writer based in Madison, Wisconsin. She writes about topics including budgeting, student loans, credit, mortgages, investing and insurance. Her work has been ...

It’s designed with a long heat-safe cord and meat probe that can withstand oven temperatures up to 716 degrees Fahrenheit. This means you leave the probe in your turkey while the thermometer remains ...

Ropes, sails, and safety... Ben Lowings put the best sailing knives to the test to see which ones you can really rely on when ...