rope technology
by Matthias •
I am fond of choosing natural string over rubber bands, plastic straps and other modern tying products. The reason for it is that I like the simplicity of it. Also, if I loose that bit of rope, during bike travel in the case of the above picture, it will not burden Nature. It will rest on the ground and it will decay naturally.
Rope is such a great and versatile technology. This particular sliding and constricting knot I use in different situations also around the house. To lockup a cloth on the kefir jar for example, or to keep my yoga mattress rolled up.
A modern synthetic product might be more convenient, asks little of you in terms of skill, but might be specialised to only one task. While rope & knot-knowledge make a whole lot more possible.
When the skill is in you, you can make a lot more happen with something simple such as rope. You will gain a certain freedom and be able to do more with less and cause less burden for Earth.