LARSON Bass - Lines and Knots

OPERATING THE BOAT
© 2003-2018 Ken Cook Co.
SECTION
7
Bass l 7 - 21
LINES AND KNOTS
Mooring, anchor and other nautical lines are constructed from many different types
of materials, and are available in many diameters and styles. Consult with your local
marine supply store for a recommendation of appropriate lines for the boat and
application. Commonly used mooring lines are constructed of a high-quality
synthetic material in a double-braided configuration and usually have eye splices
on at least one end.
Learn and become familiar with tying and using knots. Knowing how to use knots
and lines properly can prevent personal injury and property damage.
Practice tying lines to docks, cleats and anchors, and connecting two lines
together. Consult other qualified boaters or the boat dealer, or visit the local
bookstore, library or the Internet for information on the proper use of nautical lines
and knots. The following illustrations represent a few examples of securing mooring
lines.
KCB-0010
Securing to a dock bitt
Cleating an eye-spliced line
Securing load line
(double half hitch)
Cleating an open line
1.
2.
3.
Securing load line
(clove hitch)
A “double half hitch” should always
accompany a “clove hitch” on the load line.