Uploaded April 2022 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
In this video, we cover the basics of sailing knots and provide expert tips on mastering a handful of knots that make up the backbone of a much wider array of useful knots, bends, and hitches. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor, these essential knots will cover 95% of situations that arise while sailing. Our easy-to-follow instructions and demonstrations will help you learn and practice these essential knots to mastery. Join us to become a pro at tying knots that count!
For ease of reference we have broken down the video into chapters below.
00:00 Introduction
00:59 Terminology
01:54 Principals of Knots
02:17 Knot 1: 2 Round Turns & 2 Half Hitches
04:02 Advantages of Knot 1
05:17 Knot 2: Clove Hitch
Clove Hitch Variations and Uses
07:15 Variation 1: Rolling Hitch
11:56 Variation 2: Constrictor Knot
13:54 Variation 3: Buntline Hitch
16:33 Extra Quick Release Knot: Highwayman’s Hitch
18:24 Knot 3: Bowline
19:30 Handy Method for Tying a Bowline
Bowline Variations and Uses
21:09 Variation 1: Sheet Bend
23:57 Variation 2: Truckie’s Hitch or Double Purchase Knot
28:04 Summary and Our Tips for Improving Ability
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Music Credits
Our theme tune (outro and/or intro song) Aquarium by TEVO. You can listen to his music here: soundcloud.app.goo.gl/4MAfa
All music sourced from Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com)
On the request of one of our patrons we put together a playlist of some of our music on Spotify. Follow along and listen here: open.spotify.com/playlist/4Qegq91f000leXa5LwdNtr
In this video, we cover the basics of sailing knots and provide expert tips on mastering a handful of knots that make up the backbone of a much wider array of useful knots, bends, and hitches. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor, these essential knots will cover 95% of situations that arise while sailing. Our easy-to-follow instructions and demonstrations will help you learn and practice these essential knots to mastery. Join us to become a pro at tying knots that count!
For ease of reference we have broken down the video into chapters below.
00:00 Introduction
00:59 Terminology
01:54 Principals of Knots
02:17 Knot 1: 2 Round Turns & 2 Half Hitches
04:02 Advantages of Knot 1
05:17 Knot 2: Clove Hitch
Clove Hitch Variations and Uses
07:15 Variation 1: Rolling Hitch
11:56 Variation 2: Constrictor Knot
13:54 Variation 3: Buntline Hitch
16:33 Extra Quick Release Knot: Highwayman’s Hitch
18:24 Knot 3: Bowline
19:30 Handy Method for Tying a Bowline
Bowline Variations and Uses
21:09 Variation 1: Sheet Bend
23:57 Variation 2: Truckie’s Hitch or Double Purchase Knot
28:04 Summary and Our Tips for Improving Ability
Our boat and home for more than 5 years is for sale!
To see the listing please click here: https://www.boatsales.com.au/boats/details/1969-clansman-30/SSE-AD-7484576/?Cr=0>s=SSE-AD-7484576>sSaleId=SSE-AD-7484576>sViewType=showcase&rankingType=showcase
KEEP US SAILING!
Support us and gain early access to videos and other exclusive rewards.
Become a patron of Free Range Sailing today! patreon.com/freerangesailing
Some of our fans prefer to make a direct contribution by Paypal: http://www.PayPal.Me/frstp
OUR SOCIALS
Follow us on: Instagram: instagram.com/freerangesailing
Facebook: facebook.com/freerangesailing
FREE PROVISIONING GUIDE
Pascale has put together a FREE 40 page Provisioning Guide. The Guide explains and provides examples of how we can travel eating a variety of healthy and delicious meals for up to 6 months at a time on our tiny boat with no resupply. There has never been a better time to start learning how to increase the food storage potential of your home. I hope this guide will inspire you to make more informed long term provisioning choices for the future! For more information visit the Provisioning Page on our website ( freerangesailing.com/boat-provisioning ) or to grab a copy directly by clicking on the link below.
LINK HERE: Download your FREE Provisioning Guide: bit.ly/3adbloF
Also if you want to find out more about what I am cooking up every week for us aboard Mirrool you should follow my foodie Instagram page! instagram.com/gourmetsailor
Music Credits
Our theme tune (outro and/or intro song) Aquarium by TEVO. You can listen to his music here: soundcloud.app.goo.gl/4MAfa
All music sourced from Epidemic Sound (www.epidemicsound.com)
On the request of one of our patrons we put together a playlist of some of our music on Spotify. Follow along and listen here: open.spotify.com/playlist/4Qegq91f000leXa5LwdNtr
