How To Tie a Square Knot - Sailing Tips

Square Knot is also known as a reef knot. It is easy to tie, but when you join two lines together be aware because it easily slips and comes undone. Watch more How to tie videos: https://www.sailingeurope.com/blog/sailing-knots Step1: Form a half knot Take two ropes – you have a left one and a right one and cross them to form a half knot. Step 2: Cross them again Cross them the second time – right over left. Step 3: Repeat and twist Then again, cross left over right and twist. Step 4: Pull and tighten Pull both sides and make sure both parts of the line exit the knot together.