Tie This Sailing "Crossing-Turn" Knot Fast! 12 0

Sailing 10 years ago 3,415 views

Learn to tie sailing knots faster and easier with the magic of a "crossing turn". This little-known technique can slice knot tying time by 50% or more. Tie this sailing hitch in ten seconds or less onto a piling, tiller or any other open-ended device. Grab a piece of line now and practice along with this sailing skills video! Captain John with 25+ years of experience shows you the no-nonsense cruising skills you need for safer sailing worldwide. Visit his website at https://www.skippertips.com and sign up for his highly popular Sailing Tip of the Week. Discover how you can gain instant access to hundreds of sailing articles, videos, FREE e-Books and much more!

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tanguerochas - 6 years ago

Great demonstration of how to do a clove hitch when you have access to one end. However, I would never use a clove hitch to tie to a piling. It is too insecure, likely to shake loose with a bit of wave action. A round turn and two half hitches is no more difficult and much more secure.

Captain John's Skipper Tips - 6 years ago

Yep, the clove is a weak knot. Temporary as shown. Here's how to make it stronger: https://youtu.be/Lj0LywT1f1o

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