Uploaded September 2020 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The cleat hitch is useful for attaching your boat to a dock and, thanks to the many cleats on boats and docks, frequently used by boaters.The cleat hitch can also attach your boat to a mooring ball or tie-off an anchor rode. One line running over and perpendicular to two parallel lines underneath, and the bitter end continuing in the direction of the standing line show you’ve done it right. Visit bit.ly/Knots-to-Know for more nautical knot videos.
The cleat hitch is useful for attaching your boat to a dock and, thanks to the many cleats on boats and docks, frequently used by boaters.The cleat hitch can also attach your boat to a mooring ball or tie-off an anchor rode. One line running over and perpendicular to two parallel lines underneath, and the bitter end continuing in the direction of the standing line show you’ve done it right. Visit bit.ly/Knots-to-Know for more nautical knot videos.
