Uploaded January 2021 | Updated September 2026, 27 minutes ago
Learn how to tie the Anchor Bend, also known as the Nilsson Knot, in this detailed tutorial. This video focuses solely on the knot-tying process, with no extra chat. While there are a couple of ways to tie the Anchor Bend, this video demonstrates the most common method. Another variation involves finishing the knot with a round hitch around the standing end, instead of a second pass under the turns. Many anglers recognise this knot as the Nilsson Knot. The Anchor Bend is particularly effective with wet or slippery ropes and is considered more secure than a Round Turn and Two Half Hitches
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0:00 - How to Tie a Secure Anchor Bend Knot for Boating and Anchoring
0:10 - Step 1: Creating the Initial Loop Around Your Anchor Point
0:22 - Step 2: Forming the Round Turn for Maximum Strength
0:31 - Step 3: First Pass Through the Loop for a Reliable Hold
0:42 - Step 4: Completing the Second Pass for Ultimate Security
0:51 - Step 5: Tightening and Dressing the Anchor Bend Knot Perfectly
0:57 - The Finished Anchor Bend: A Strong and Trustworthy Knot
01:12 - How to Tie the Anchor Bend Slow Motion
Learn how to tie the Anchor Bend, also known as the Nilsson Knot, in this detailed tutorial. This video focuses solely on the knot-tying process, with no extra chat. While there are a couple of ways to tie the Anchor Bend, this video demonstrates the most common method. Another variation involves finishing the knot with a round hitch around the standing end, instead of a second pass under the turns. Many anglers recognise this knot as the Nilsson Knot. The Anchor Bend is particularly effective with wet or slippery ropes and is considered more secure than a Round Turn and Two Half Hitches
youtu.be/G_BK3OFKGL0?si=mo4yN91AgrUBOrNh
#LetsGetKnotting #sailingknots
0:00 - How to Tie a Secure Anchor Bend Knot for Boating and Anchoring
0:10 - Step 1: Creating the Initial Loop Around Your Anchor Point
0:22 - Step 2: Forming the Round Turn for Maximum Strength
0:31 - Step 3: First Pass Through the Loop for a Reliable Hold
0:42 - Step 4: Completing the Second Pass for Ultimate Security
0:51 - Step 5: Tightening and Dressing the Anchor Bend Knot Perfectly
0:57 - The Finished Anchor Bend: A Strong and Trustworthy Knot
01:12 - How to Tie the Anchor Bend Slow Motion










