Knot Know-How

Steve Judkins is a member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. He is a professional sailing instructor and was formerly in the Royal Navy, serving on HMY Britannia. Tim Davison is a highly experienced sailor, who spends much of his time racing dinghies and cruising the Mediterranean.

• Introduction; Ten knots everyone should know; Tying a rope to an object; Tying two ropes together; Loops; Stopper knots; Bindings & lashings; Shortening a rope; Fishing knots; Fancy ropework; Taking care of a rope's end; Making a temporary eye or loop; Joining ropes permanently; Tapering; Throwing, cleating, winching & coiling

“Knots are often difficult to follow in pictures, but these are exceptionally clear and easy to follow in their multi-colour detail. With very clear step-by-step diagrams, modern-day sailors will find much of interest.” (Julian Stockwin)