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Getting Knotty Again! 7 Knots for Connecting Lines Together
Getting Knotty Again! 7 Knots for Connecting Lines Together This week, we revisit some of the most used and most practical knots you'll want to know when sailing. This is 7 of the best knots for connecting lines together, either to extend the length of two lines, or to grab onto a line mid-span, for a variety of purposes aboard your sailboat. We give you examples of how to make each knot, and some of the scenarios when you would use these knots, including the dreaded winch over-ride! 1. Anchor Hitch - 01:05 2. Rolling Hitch - 03:21 3. Double Sheet Bend - 08:33 4. Twin Bend - 12:53 5. Hanging Figure 8 - 15:31 6. Alpine Butterfly Knot - 18:38 7. Square Knot - 21:36
