...
Southern Boating & Yachting
  • Boats
    • Center Consoles
    • Dual Consoles
    • Motoryachts
    • Power Cats
    • Sport Cruisers
    • Sport Fishing
    • Tenders & Ribs
    • Trawlers & Tugs
  • Destinations
    • Bahamas
    • Caribbean
    • U.S. Atlantic
    • U.S. Gulf
  • Engines
  • Maintenance
    • DIY
    • Haul-Out Guide
  • Electronics
  • Lifestyle
    • Food
      • Menus
      • Drinks
      • Appetizers
      • Entrées
      • Dessert
      • Holiday
    • Fishing
    • Gear
    • News
    • People
    • Safety
    • Shop
  • Digital Edition
  • Subscribe
No Result
View All Result
  • Boats
    • Center Consoles
    • Dual Consoles
    • Motoryachts
    • Power Cats
    • Sport Cruisers
    • Sport Fishing
    • Tenders & Ribs
    • Trawlers & Tugs
  • Destinations
    • Bahamas
    • Caribbean
    • U.S. Atlantic
    • U.S. Gulf
  • Engines
  • Maintenance
    • DIY
    • Haul-Out Guide
  • Electronics
  • Lifestyle
    • Food
      • Menus
      • Drinks
      • Appetizers
      • Entrées
      • Dessert
      • Holiday
    • Fishing
    • Gear
    • News
    • People
    • Safety
    • Shop
  • Digital Edition
  • Subscribe
No Result
View All Result
Southern Boating & Yachting
No Result
View All Result
Home Videos
Knots to Know

Fear Knot! The Knots You Need to Know

November 7, 2017
in Videos
0
776
SHARES
3.6k
VIEWS
Share on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare via Email

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Seven Knots You Need to Know

Whether you’re a seasoned line-tying expert or knot an expert at all (…sorry, this topic is ripe for puns, so if you think that’s the end, I’m afrayed knot), it is always good practice to know your way around the basics of rope tying. There’s no time like the present to get up to speed with knots. If knot now, when?

In truth, every boater should know how to tie proper boating knots to ensure safety and security while aboard and exploring the water. It’s certainly knot possible to learn every knot, but prudent mariners should be proficient with the basics.

To get the most from your knot tying, you’ll also want to work with clean, dry cordage of an appropriate strength, size and elasticity for the job. If you’re knot sure how much a rope can hold, don’t trust your life to it. And last but knot least, here’s a brief video with the seven knots you need to know.

What’s knot to like?

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3X8drKsdf5E”][vc_column_text]Were you knot entertained?[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Subscribe to the print magazine | $29.95 for 12 issues

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Seven Knots You Need to Know

Whether you’re a seasoned line-tying expert or knot an expert at all (…sorry, this topic is ripe for puns, so if you think that’s the end, I’m afrayed knot), it is always good practice to know your way around the basics of rope tying. There’s no time like the present to get up to speed with knots. If knot now, when?

In truth, every boater should know how to tie proper boating knots to ensure safety and security while aboard and exploring the water. It’s certainly knot possible to learn every knot, but prudent mariners should be proficient with the basics.

To get the most from your knot tying, you’ll also want to work with clean, dry cordage of an appropriate strength, size and elasticity for the job. If you’re knot sure how much a rope can hold, don’t trust your life to it. And last but knot least, here’s a brief video with the seven knots you need to know.

What’s knot to like?

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3X8drKsdf5E”][vc_column_text]Were you knot entertained?[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Tags: knotknot tyingknow knotslineno knotsropevideo
Previous Post

Thanksgiving Leftovers

Next Post

Tropic Ocean Air

Next Post
Tropic Ocean Air

Tropic Ocean Air

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recommended

an image of Scrub Island Resort and Marina from Southern Boating

Scrub Island

March 1, 2018
3.3k
Huckins Sportfisherman 45

Huckins Sportfisherman 45

July 31, 2017
3.3k

Don't miss it

Innovation in Motion: Inside Leopard Catamarans with Franck Bauguil
Making Waves

Innovation in Motion: Inside Leopard Catamarans with Franck Bauguil

March 24, 2026
3.3k
Best Spring Fishing Gear for 2026: ICAST Award-Winning Picks
Fishing

Best Spring Fishing Gear for 2026: ICAST Award-Winning Picks

March 24, 2026
3.7k
Inside the Marlow 62E Command Bridge: A Luxury Yacht Built for Owner-Operators
Boats

Inside the Marlow 62E Command Bridge: A Luxury Yacht Built for Owner-Operators

March 23, 2026
3.6k
How Simrad AutoTrack Radar Improves Collision Avoidance at Sea
Electronics

How Simrad AutoTrack Radar Improves Collision Avoidance at Sea

March 17, 2026
3.3k
The History of Champagne—and Why Ships Are Christened With It
Lifestyle

The History of Champagne—and Why Ships Are Christened With It

March 17, 2026
3.5k
A Measured Way of Getting Your Ocean-Crossing Sea Legs
Boats

A Measured Way of Getting Your Ocean-Crossing Sea Legs

March 16, 2026
3.4k
Facebook Instagram TikTok Youtube LinkedIn

Navigation

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Manage My Subscription
logo

1591 E. Atlantic Blvd, 2nd Floor
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Office: +1 (954) 522-5515
Contact us: info@southernboating.com


Newsletter

* indicates required

© 2026 Southern Boating & Yachting, Inc.

No Result
View All Result
  • Boats
    • Center Consoles
    • Dual Consoles
    • Motoryachts
    • Power Cats
    • Sport Cruisers
    • Tenders & Ribs
  • Destinations
    • Regional Reports
    • Bahamas
    • Caribbean
    • U.S. Atlantic
    • U.S. Gulf
  • Engines
    • Engine Buyers Guide
  • Maintenance
    • DIY
  • Electronics
  • Lifestyle
    • News
      • Boating Log
    • Fishing
    • Food
      • Drinks
      • Appetizers
      • Entrées
      • Dessert
      • Holiday
  • Gear
  • Shop
  • Digital Edition
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe

© 2026 Southern Boating & Yachting, Inc.

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Manage My Subscription
  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe
  • Careers
  • Contact Us
  • Terms Of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Manage My Subscription