Lines And Knots

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Lines (ropes) are an important part of boating equipment. These ropes will last longer if stored dry, clean, coiled and free of kinks.
Tying knots is an important skill for boat operators which improves with practice.
Knowing how to securely tie knots will not only keep your boat and equipment secure when
tying off to piers and mooring buoys, but may also be an emergency procedure if you are forced to anchor in open water during bad weather.

Square Knot - Simple to make, the square knot is used for tying a bundle together or securing equipment.

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Figure Eight Bend - Formed by looping two ropes together in a figure eight, this knot is used to join two ropes of equal diameter.

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Bowline Knot - Handiest of knots, the bowline should be used whenever an eye or loop is needed. The bowline will neither slip nor jam.

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Anchor Bend Knot - Used to fasten a line to a ring or anchor, the anchor bend is also called the fisherman’s knot.

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Cleating Hitch - Goes around the cleat in a figure eight and with one loop reversed. This knot is most often used when docking.

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Clove Hitch - Two loops with an end tucked under, this knot is used to temporarily secure a line to a piling or similar structure.

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