The Franciscan Knot The Franciscan knot can be categorized as a stopper or weight knot. It is quite easy to tie and is often taught to young learners early on, as its creation is satisfying.
The anchor bend is a knot that defies one of the fundamental characteristics of knots used in seafaring: the ability to secure firmly while still being easily undone when needed. Once tightened, the anchor bend
A jammed line, a mooring line that needs shortening, or an anchor line to relieve—there are countless reasons on a boat to transfer tension from one line to another. The range of improvised methods people
Useful, simple, it can be tied in a few seconds, and more importantly, even with the rope under tension. It’s the hallmark of the clove hitch, primarily used to secure or hoist any kind of
