6 Useful Knots to Know:

Knowing how to tie a few basic knots is essential to a sailor's security.

Here you'll find simplified instructions for trying a few of those most commonly used. But remember: how well you tie the knot depends on you. So choose the right kind and tie it properly.

Figure Eight

Ideal knot to keep the end of a rope from running out of a tackle or pulley.
1. Make underhand loop, bringing end around and over the standing part.
2. Pass end under, then up through the loop.
3. Draw up tight.

Two Half Hitches

Reliable...quickly tied...the hitch most often used in mooring.
1. Pass end of rope around post or other object.
2. Wrap short end of rope under and over long part of rope, pushing the end down through the loop. This is a half hitch.
3. Repeat on long rope below first half hitch and draw up tight.

Bowline

The "King of Knots"...never jams or slips when tied properly.
1. Make overhand loop with the end held toward you, then pass end through loop.
2. Now pass end up behind the standing part, then down through loop again.
2. Draw up tight.

the other three knots

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