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Knots to Know

Feb92021
figure eight knot

Knots to Know: Figure eight knot

February 9, 2021

Use the figure eight knot as a stopper knot to prevent a line from sliding through a retaining device.

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Jan132021
round turn with two half hitches

Knots to Know: Round turn with two half hitches

January 13, 2021

Use the round turn with two half hitches when you need to attach a line under load to a fixed object.

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Dec142020
Sheet bend

Knots to Know: Sheet bend

December 14, 2020

The sheet bend is superior in its ability to hold under load and not jam or pinch, making it easy to untie after use.

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Nov112020
bowline

Knots to Know: Bowline

November 11, 2020

Use a bowline to create a fixed sized loop, such as to go around a piling, that won’t slip under load.

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Oct122020
Square knot

Knots to Know: Square knot

October 12, 2020

Use a square knot for light-duty tasks, such as reefing or furling sails.

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Sep142020
Clove hitch

Knots to Know: Clove hitch

September 14, 2020

The clove hitch is excellent for temporary attachments.

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Aug112020
cleat hitch

Knots to Know: Cleat hitch

August 11, 2020

The cleat hitch can be used to tie your boat to a dock or a mooring ball.

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