Tying maritime knots on a rope for its practical use is an important issue in maritime practice. First of all, I would like to make a small clarification. In the description of the marine knots presented below, the word “root end” means the stationary end of the cable, and the “running end” means the other, working (moving) end of the cable. In the description of the execution of the nodes, drawings are presented to facilitate study.

1. STRAIGHT KNOT

Performance. The ends of the connected cables are wrapped around one another, bent in opposite directions (Fig. 1, a) and tied as shown in Fig. 1, b.
The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 1, c.

Application. A straight knot is used when tying cables of approximately the same thickness.
When there are large loads on the connected cables, as well as when the cables get wet, the straight knot is very tight. To prevent excessive tightening, a wooden insert is inserted into the loops of the knot.

2. REEF KNOT

Performance. A reef knot is tied in the same way as a straight one, but one of the running ends of the knot is inserted into the corresponding loop folded in half (Fig. 2, a, b). Thanks to this, the reef knot can be easily untied if necessary. A tightened reef knot is shown in Fig. 2, c.

Application. A reef knot is used to tie the ends of reef lines when taking reefs on sails. This unit is used when securing the pins of covers of ship's boats, compasses, and deck mechanisms; and in other cases when a reliable but quickly untied knot is required.

3. DOUBLE STRAIGHT KNOT

Performance. The end of one of the connected cables is wrapped twice around the other, then the ends of the cables are bent towards each other (Fig. 3, a) and the initial operation is repeated (Fig. 3, 6). After this, the knot is tightened and the ends are secured with a shimushgar or a thin line (Fig. 3, c).

4. FLAT KNOT

Performance. It is convenient to tie a flat knot with the cables laid out on the deck. One of the connected cables (thicker) is laid in the form of a loop (Fig. 4, a). The end of the other cable is brought under the loop (Fig. 4, b) and sequentially passed above the main, but below the running end of the thick cable (Fig. 4, c). Then the thin cable is passed on top of the loop of the thick cable, but under its root part (Fig. 4, d). Thus, a thin cable forms the same loop as a larger diameter cable. The running ends of both cables are tied with half bayonets and secured with a thin line, skimushgar or heel. A tied flat knot is shown in Fig. 4, d.

Application. A flat knot is used when tying cables of different diameters. It can also be used to tie together cables of uniform thickness, especially in cases where the cables are subject to heavy tension or wet conditions.

5. SIMPLE BAYONET

Performance. The running end of the cable, wound by a pole, biteng or eye (Fig. 5, a), is encircled around the root part of the cable and passed into the loop formed (Fig. 5, b). In this form, the knot is called a half-bayonet. Next, the running end is once again tied around the cable with a half-bayonet (Fig. 5, c) and firmly secured with a thin line or skimushgar. The tied knot is shown in Fig. 5, g. From the given figures it is clear that with a correctly tied knot, the close-to-close hoses of the half-bayonets form a bleached knot.

Application. A simple bayonet is used for attaching mooring ropes to mooring devices, temporary guy lines to slings, as well as when attaching the guy ropes of cargo booms to the eyelets (butts).

6. BAYONET WITH SLAGE

Performance. The running end of the cable is wrapped twice around the mooring device (Fig. 6, a), after which it is tied to the root part of the cable with half-bayonets and secured with a thin line or skimushgar (Fig. 6, e).
As can be seen from the figures, a bayonet with a hose differs from a simple bayonet only in that it has an additional hose that covers the object.

Application. A bayonet with a hose is used when fastening mooring ropes, guy ropes of cargo booms and in many other cases.

7. BAYONET WITH BACK

Performance. The end of the cable is passed from bottom to top through the eye (Fig. 7, a), passed under the cable and again threaded into the eye, but in the opposite direction (Fig. 7, b). Then the running end is tied to the root part of the cable with a half-bayonet and secured with a thin line or skimushgar.
The completed node is shown in Fig. 7, c.

Application. A bayonet with a skid is used when fastening mooring ends to eyelets or bits, fastening cables to the brackets of ropes and when applying safety nets to cargo hatches. Often used in practice.

8. FISHING BAYONET

Performance. The end of the cable is threaded twice into the eye (Fig. 8, a), then carried around the root part of the cable and passed into both loops formed, tightening them with a half-bayonet (Fig. 8, b). After the formation of the second half-bayonet (Fig. 8, c), the end is attached to the root part of the cable with a thin line or skimushgar (Fig. 8, d).

Application. Using a fisherman's bayonet, the ropes are tied to the anchor brackets and the ends of the cable when placing safety nets on the cargo hatches. A fishing bayonet is used in all cases where it is necessary to secure the cable with a reliable and easily untieable knot.

9. TYING CABLES WITH BAYONETS

Performance. Tying cables with bayonets can be done in two ways. The end of one of the cables is folded into a loop and secured to the root part with two or three half-pins; the end of the second cable is inserted into the loop, which is also tied at the root part with half bayonets; the ends of the cables are secured with a thin line or shimushgar. This method of tying cables is shown in Fig. 9, a, b, c.

Alternatively, the end of one of the cables is attached with three half-pins to the second cable, and the end of the second cable covers the first cable with half-pins. This method of tying cables is shown in Fig. 9, g, d.

10. SELECTION UNIT

Performance. The running end of the cable is carried around the object, crossed over the applied hose (Fig. 10, a), again carried around the object in the original direction and brought under the crossing hose (Fig. 10, b). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 10, c.
In some cases, a bleached knot is tied in a different way: holding the cable in your hands, make two pegs on it (Fig. 10, d, e), put them on the object (Fig. 10, f) and tighten the knot (Fig. 10, g) .

Application. The tapping knot is one of the most reliable, highly tightened knots. It is used when tying ropes to shrouds, for attaching temporary guy lines to a sling when working with beams of cargo hatches, when lifting hoses for drying and in many other cases, especially when tying cables to objects that have a smooth and even surface (catching anchors, mop rods, etc.). In addition, the bleaching unit is used when attaching the throwing end to the mooring rope. In the latter case, the knot is supplemented with a loop.

11. LOCKING BAYONET

Performance. A sliding bayonet, often called a tapping knot with a hose, is tied as follows: the running end of the cable is carried around the object twice, both hoses are crossed (Fig. 11, a), carried around the object one more time and passed under the crossing hose (Fig. 11, b ). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 11, c. Thus, the sliding bayonet differs from the tapping unit only in that it has not two, but three hoses enclosing the object.

Application. A sliding bayonet is used when lifting spar parts, logs, boards, etc.

12. Seatless unit

Performance. A small peg is made on the cable (Fig. 12, a). The end of the cable is passed into the peg (Fig. 12, b), carried around the root part of the cable and passed into the peg again, but in the opposite direction (Fig. 12, c). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 12, g.

Application. The gazebo knot is used when attaching a safety cable around a person’s belt when working on the mast and overboard; the knot is also used instead of a fire when attaching a cable to a hook, biting or bollard, since the loop of the arbor knot is not tightened regardless of the load on the cable. One of the most necessary nodes.

13. DOUBLE SEAT UNIT

Performance. At some distance from the end of the double-folded cable, a double-hung peg is made (Fig. 13, a). The loop-shaped running end of the cable is inserted into it (Fig. 13, b), which is then expanded and carried around the unit. The knot is tightened so that its loops have different sizes.
A double gazebo knot can be tied in another way: a single gazebo knot is tied on the cable (see paragraph 12), after which the running end of the cable is drawn parallel to itself, forming a second loop and a second hose peg.

Application. A double arbor knot is used instead of a arbor when working on masts and overboard, with the larger loop of the knot serving as a seat, and the smaller one covering the body under the arms.

14. KALMYK KNOT

Performance. The root part of the cable is carried around the running end (Fig. 14, a, b), after which the running end is folded in half and inserted into the resulting peg (Fig. 14, c, d). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 14, d. To untie the knot, just pull the running end.

Application. The Kalmyk knot is used when feeding various tools, buckets, brushes and other objects onto masts, pipes and overboard; the knot is also used when tying the throwing end to the mooring line.

15. WELDING UNIT

Performance. On the cable, in the place where the knot is supposed to be tied, a small peg is made (Fig. 15, a), into which a folded cable is inserted (Fig. 15, b). The tightened pile assembly is shown in Fig. 15, c.

Application. The welding unit is used when supplying various tools (piles, brushes, etc.) to those working on the mast or overboard and when tightening a line or skimushgar during the application of a cage, benzel, mark. In addition, the piling unit is used when securing cables to stops placed between the side and the berth while the vessel is moored. The last case of using a welding unit is illustrated in Fig. 15, g.

16. CLEAVE KNOT

Performance. The running end of the cable is passed from the bottom up into the thimble (fire, loop), carried around its neck clockwise (Fig. 16, a) and passed between the thimble and the root part of the cable (Fig. 16, b). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 16, c.

Application. The clew knot is used when tying cables, one of which has a rope or thimble, and when tying various gear (for example, a sheet, a halyard) into a thimble or krengel. In addition, halyards are tied to signal and other flags using a clew knot. The clew knot tied into the thimble is reliable only when the cable is taut. It cannot be used if the cable is attached to a large thimble or to a hard fire.

17. FRONT KNOT

Performance. The end of the cable is inserted into the thimble (Fig. 17, a) and carried twice around the neck of the thimble under the root part of the cable (Fig. 17, b, c). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 17, g.

Application. Windlass knot used in the same cases as a clew, but it is more reliable and is used when working with sails, rigging and anchor chains. The use of the node in the latter case is shown in Fig. 17, d, f, g.

18. garrote

Performance. The running end is wrapped around an object (log, spar, etc.) and the root part of the cable, and then wrapped several times around the hose placed on the object (Fig. 21, a, b). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 18, c. To increase the strength of the unit, it is supplemented with a separate hose (Fig. 18, d). In this case, the knot is called a noose with a hose.

Application. The noose is used when towing logs, lifting logs and other objects on board a ship, and when installing a spar.

19. PROTRACTING NOZZLE

Performance. The cable is laid in the form of two loops of the same size (Fig. 19, a). Both loops are wrapped four to five times with the running end of the cable (Fig. 19, b), after which the running end is passed into the loop facing the root part of the cable and clamped in it. The finished unit is shown in Fig. 19, f. The knot is easily untied if you pull the root part of the cable.

Application. The “tightening noose” knot is used when temporarily securing a cable to floating objects (logs, boards, etc.) or when throwing a cable over the end of a spar.

20. HUNT KNOT

Performance. The end of the cable enclosed around the back of the hook (Fig. 20, a) is placed in the hook (Fig. 20.6) and covered on top with the root part of the cable (Fig. 20, e). The running end is secured with a thin line or shimushgar. The hook knot can be tied in any part of the cable.

Application. The hook knot is used when securing thick cables to the hook. The unit can withstand only relatively small loads on the cable.

21. TOWING UNIT

Performance. On the free part of the towing rope laid in the hook, a small loop is made (Fig. 21, a). It is carried out under the tow rope and put on the hook (Fig. 21, b). Next, the cable is looped onto the hook on the right side, then again on the left, etc. (Fig. 21, c, d). The running end of the cable (tug) is secured with a line or skimushgar (Fig. 21, e).

Application. The towing unit is used when securing the towing rope to a hook or biting. It makes it possible to quickly release or pick up a tow rope. This unit is also used when securing mooring lines and other cables to the biting.

22. KNOT “CAT’S PAWS”

Performance. The end of the double-folded cable is pulled down so that two loops are formed (Fig. 22, a), which are then simultaneously twisted several times in opposite directions (Fig. 22, b) and put on the hook (Fig. 22, c).

Application. The "cat's paw" knot is used to reduce the length of the sling (Fig. 22, d). It should be borne in mind that this knot allows you to reduce the length of the sling relatively slightly.

23. UNIT FOR REDUCING ROPE LENGTH

Performance. The shortened cable is folded in three, forming two loops (Fig. 23, a), after which each of the loops of the knot is pulled together with a half-bayonet and fastened to the cable with a line, skimushgar or heel (Fig. 23, b).

24. KNOT “EIGHT” (first option)

Performance. At the end of the cable, a small loop is made (Fig. 24, a), into which the running end enclosed around the cable is passed (Fig. 24, b). The tightened knot is shown in Fig. 24, c.

Application. A figure eight is tied at the ends of tackles or laps so that they do not slip out of the blocks.

25. KNOT “EIGHT” (second option)

Performance. This knot differs from the previous one in that the end of the cable that is passed into the loop is first wrapped around the root part of the cable not once, but twice. The execution of the node is shown in Fig. 25, a, b, c.

Application. See the use of the figure eight knot (first option).

26. STOP KNOT

The stopper is placed on the cable with two hoses (Fig. 26, a, b), after which the running end of the stopper is wrapped two to four times around the cable in the direction of traction shown in the figures by the arrow, and secured to it with a line or skimushgar (Fig. 26, c ). The stopper can be placed on the cable not only against the descent of the cable, as shown in the previous figures, but also in the direction of descent (Fig. 26, d).

As a stopper for steel cables, a rigging rope is used, which is applied to the cable in the same way as a stopper made from a plant cable (Fig. 26, e). For chains, a special stopper is used, which consists of a short cable with a hook and a button at the ends. This stopper is attached to the chain using a line (Fig. 26, e).

27. ATTACHING THE ROPE TO THE BOLLDS

A mooring or towing rope attached to the bollards is passed between the bollard bollards and then alternately drawn around them in the form of a figure eight (Fig. 27, a, b, c). Practice shows that in order to securely fasten the cable, it is necessary to apply three to five hoses - figure eights - to the bollards.

For the same purpose, the upper hoists of the cable placed on the bollards are fastened with a strong line or skimushgar, and the ends of the line (skimushgar) must be connected with a reef knot (Fig. 27, d, e). In Fig. 27, f, g, h, i, and also 27, j, show two ways of securing the cable on the so-called cross bollards.

28. BOAT UNIT

Performance. The running end of the cable is threaded into the bow eye of the boat (or attached to the eye with the help of a shimushgar) and passed under the first can. Then the running end is carried around the second can (Fig. 28, a), passed over the cable, crossing it, and again passed under the can. After this, the end of the cable is folded into a loop and placed under the hose surrounding the can (Fig. 28, b). A tied boat knot is shown in Fig. 28, c.

Application. The boat knot is used to secure the cable when placing the boat on the backstrap or when towing it.

Nautical knots are a kind of art that dates back to the advent of navigation. And today this art does not lose its relevance. Absolutely every person who decides to travel across the sea should have the skills to knit sea musings. Regardless of what type of sea transport you have, be it a yacht or a small boat.

It is necessary to take into account that your musing must be very durable and reliable, since the safety of your cargo depends on it. And it must be attached exactly so that you can easily untie it at the right time. All beginners need to know a few basics:

1. The fixed fastener, which is located at the end of the cable, is called the main fastener.
2. The loose end that begins to move freely when knitting is called the running end.

In addition, there is also English terminology:

1. KNOT is a musing that secures the running end to the main end.
2. BEND is a mushing that attaches a running end with two torsos and joins it into one.
3. HITCH is a musing that attaches the running end to any object.

For beginners, of course, it will be a little difficult, but if you remember the above, then in the future studying this art will not seem so difficult.

Main maritime nodes

There are a fair number of the most important components; all sailors should know them:
Gazebo musing. Eight. Hercules (straight, Turkish) musing.
First of all, you need to remember the gazebo type. It is very versatile, so it is suitable for belaying and mooring without any problems. The most reliable way is to tie two torsos with this knot. Its advantages are:

• Easy to knit.
• Ease of decoupling.
• It has absolutely no sliding properties.
• High level of reliability.
• The Musing Eight is the most standard sea knot. It got its name because of its shape, which resembles the number eight. It provides knitting of several knots.
• Mainly used for fastening.
• It is very easy to tie
• It just comes undone.

The oldest of all nodes is the straight line. Back in the period of ancient Greece, it was nicknamed Herculean. Thanks to it, two torsos of the same diameter are connected. It is often used, but, alas, it is not the most reliable. This musing has the unpleasant property of slipping along the cable.

In addition, it tightens greatly under significant loads and also when wet. The most important thing is to improve your skills more often, because practice is what will help you master this art.

How to tie sea musing?

Below will be listed several ways to knit sea knots. How to tie sea musing? At first glance, this may seem a little difficult, but if you are careful and patient, you will undoubtedly succeed.

Gazebo musing

Make a loop at the bottom and top. Pull the running end through it, and then pass it behind the root end and thread it through the loop. The running end must be in another snare. Then all that remains is to tighten it as tightly as possible.

Eight

Loop the running end around the root end, and then pull it over it. A standard loop should form. You need to put the running end into it, having first pulled it behind you. The final step is a firm tightening.

Direct musing

Fixing this musing will not be difficult. To begin with, you need to pass one running end in one direction, and the second in the opposite direction. Numerous nautical knot diagrams make it easy to learn. They are quite simple, so understanding them will not be difficult at all.

There are also other types of nodes that will be useful to you. There are non-tightening and tightening knots. There are also knots for fishing gear. They can often be found while fishing. Fishermen use them to catch prey. In addition to them, there are also knots that serve for decoration. Thanks to such nodes, you can easily decorate your home in the present nautical style. Such nodes include:

1. Royal.
2. Three-loop.
3. Cordova. Turkish (that is, straight knots).

What is sea musing equal to?

Calculating the distance at sea between points along the route traveled by sea transport, there is a value called the nautical mile. It consists of the average arc length and one minute of the earth's meridian.

A knot is a linear speed, which consists of one m/h. It is widely used in maritime and aviation practice.
Sea musing for kilometers. According to the standard, one musing is equal to 1.8 kilometers per hour.

Node history

Ancient knots have been discovered in Finland. Based on research, it became clear that they date back to the Late Stone Age. Of course, the skill of tying knots came to us much earlier, but material evidence of this, unfortunately, has not survived to this day.

Working with them, the man of that century created various kinds of products that helped him in his household. In addition, they were also used in the creation of various accessories. Also, according to people of that time, knots had magical powers.

As mentioned earlier, in ancient Greece, direct musing was widely used. They made a talisman out of it and wore it around their necks, believing that it could protect its owner. In addition, it was also used in medicine. With its help, the Greeks bandaged the wounds of the victims.
They have a large number of interesting legends and stories.

Almost all the units have not been forgotten and have reached us safe and sound. During the excavations, the remains of various harnesses, elements of clothing, accessories, various types of labor weapons, as well as several types of knots were found. But absolutely everyone was known to this day.

But development gave a big impetus sailing fleet. Thanks to him, we were able to create even more nodes that did not have any unnecessary elements. Their history is very rich and from it we can find out how our ancestors lived. What heights have they reached in this art?

The history of the use of knots goes back many millennia. According to scientists, even cave people used simple knots in their everyday life. The ancestors of complex types of knots are sailors. With the advent of sailing ships, the need arose for convenient and reliable knots to secure the mast, sails and other gear. Not only the speed of the ship, but also the life of the entire crew depended on the quality of the unit. Therefore, sea knots are very different from ordinary ones. They are not only reliable, they are easy to tie and just as easy to untie, which is not possible with regular knots.

The classification of knots came to us from England. Usually the British divide sea knots into 3 types:

1. Knot – needed to increase the diameter of a rope or weave something.
2. Hitch - attach a rope to various objects (masts, yards, anchors).
3. Bend – connect ropes of different diameters into one.

There are about five hundred descriptions of sea knots, but only a few dozen are currently in use, as motor ships are replacing sailing ships. The ability to tie sea knots will be useful not only for yachtsmen, but also for tourists and fishermen. By gradually mastering the diagrams with pictures below, you will quickly learn how to do this.

Straight knot

Although this unit is one of the most ancient, it is not particularly reliable. Its disadvantages are frequent displacements on the rope, it is not easy to untie after heavy loads and getting wet, and with such a knot the strength of the rope decreases. Used for easy gripping on light pulls and splicing two ends of the cable. More complex knots are knitted on its basis. Despite the fact that the knot is very simple, it has its own nuances. The free ends should be on one side of the rope. If they are located on different sides, then such a knot is considered incorrect and is called not a simple one, but a thief’s one.

How to tie a straight knot:

1. A regular knot is tied.
2. We make a loop from one fixed end of the end rope.
3. We wrap the free end around the outside of the loop and bring it inside.
4. We tighten it. The result is the correct node. For greater security, another regular knot is tied on top.

Gazebo knot (Bowline)

In yachting, this unit is used more often than others. Initially, it was used to tie a gazebo - a device with which sailors climbed onto the mast of a ship. That's why it got its name. This knot has no disadvantages; it is easy to tie and untie. You can use it to tie ropes of different diameters and materials and not be afraid that it will come undone. It is most often used when mooring a ship or in cases where you need to make a loop or tie something.

How to tie a gazebo knot:

1. We make a regular loop.
2. We insert the free end inside the loop and braid it diagonally around the fixed end.
3. We pass it back inside the loop.
4. We tighten the ends of the rope. To make the knot strong, it is very important to tighten the ends tightly.

Figure eight knot

By appearance looks like the number 8, so the name speaks for itself. The knot is simple, but very important. More complex knots are knitted on its basis. The advantage of the figure eight knot is that it will never move or unravel under stress. Also, when the cable gets wet, it can be easily tied and untied. Used as a stopper at the end of the cable and as a securing knot. You can use it to make handles for a wooden bucket or secure strings on musical instruments.

How to knit a figure eight:

1. We make a regular loop.
2. We rotate our loop 360 degrees and thread the free end inside the loop.
3. We tighten it.

How to knit a figure eight stitch:

1. Fold the free end in half to make a loop.
2. Make a second loop near the double end.
3. Rotate the second loop 360 degrees.
4. We pass the first loop inside the second.
5. We tighten it.

Noose knot

This knot is a self-tightening loop. Its advantages are simplicity and speed of knitting, reliability and easy untying. Suitable for tying to objects with a flat surface.

How to knit a noose:

1. Make a loop at the end of the rope.
2. Make a second loop to make a bow.
3. We wrap the free end of the rope 3-4 times around.
4. We insert the end from the back into the second loop.
5. We tighten it.

Bloody Knot

In ancient times, such knots were tied on a cat - a whip with nine or more ends. The cat was used as an instrument of torture and to maintain discipline on the ship - the blow was very painful, the lacerations did not heal for a long time. This is why the knot got its bloody name.

How to tie a bloody knot:

1. The free end of the rope is wrapped twice around the stationary one.
2. We tighten it.

Flat knot

Used when you need to tie the ends of a rope of different diameters or from different materials. Withstands heavy loads and wetness well. But this is not the simplest knot; it is easy to tie it incorrectly. The most important nuance when knitting a flat knot, the ends of the ropes should be parallel to each other.

How to knit a flat knot:

1. Make a loop from the thick end of the rope.
2. The thin end is inserted inside the thick one.
3. Make two turns over the thick end.
4. We tighten it.

Clove hitch

Initially, this knot was used to fasten ropes - thin ropes from which ladders for cables were made. It is one of the most reliable tightening fasteners. Its peculiarity is that greater reliability is possible only under load. Also, its reliability is affected by the surface on which it is tied. A big plus of a knotted knot is the ability to tie it with one hand. Used to fasten ropes to objects with a smooth and even surface - logs, masts. On objects with edges, the bleaching knot will not be as effective.

How to knit a bleached knot:

1. The free end of the rope is wrapped around the object.
2. An overlap is made.
3. We thread the end into the resulting loop.
4. We tighten it.

Second method (knitting with half bayonets):

1. Let's make a loop. The long end of the rope is on top.
2. We throw a loop over the object.
3. We make a loop at the lower end of the rope and throw it on top of the object.
4. We tighten it.

Anchor knot or fishing bayonet

It has been used for thousands of years to attach a rope to an anchor. This knot is also used to tie the ends of the cable to any mounting hole. It is a reliable and easy to untie knot.

How to tie an anchor knot:

1. We pass the end of the rope two times through the loop of the anchor or other fastening hole.
2. We throw the free end of the rope over the fixed end and pass it through the resulting loop.
3. We tighten both loops.
4. We make a regular knot on top for reliability.

Stopper knot

Used in cases where it is necessary to increase the diameter of the cable.

How to tie a stopper knot:

1. We fold the stop rope in half.
2. We attach it to the main one.
3. We wrap the free end of the locking rope around the main and second ends of the locking rope 5-7 times.
4. The fixed end that we wrapped is returned to the loop of the stop rope.
5. Tighten both ends.

Clew knot

Such a knot used to be used to tie sheets - gear for controlling the sail. Currently, it is used for tying ropes of different diameters. Not suitable for knitting synthetic ropes as they are slippery.

How to tie a clew knot:

1. We make a loop from a thick rope.
2. We bring a thin rope inward, go around the loop and wind it under itself.
3. We tighten it.

The ability to tie sea knots will be useful not only to sailors and fishermen, but also to travelers and even homebodies. There are more than five hundred varieties of sea knots in the world. The main and frequently used ones are 40 pieces.

First mention

Knot- this is a loop made around gear, masts, spars and other ship elements, as well as certain connections of the ends of the cables with each other.

The history of its appearance goes back more than 6,000 years. The intricacies were invented by sailors who needed reliable fixation of parts of sailing ships, of which there were dozens. At the same time, the fastening must withstand enormous loads, storm jerks and be carried out as quickly as possible.

How are they used in fishing?

With the development of shipbuilding and the advent of steamships, the need for a huge number the tricky knots disappeared. Nevertheless, many are used in amateur and professional sports, tourism and fishing. In the latter case, sea knots are used to:

• attach the bait to the spinning rod or hook to the fishing line;
• install the fishing line on the spool;
• moor a boat or longboat.

Basic Concepts You Need to Know

In order to quickly learn how to knit several basic sea knots, you should learn concepts and terms that will help you master this business. Since knitting technology involves the process of connecting in one way or another the edges of a cable, rope, fishing line, etc., you need to remember the following:

• root end– part of the cable fixed motionless;
• Running end– loose, which is the main element when tying a knot.

Classification

Since nautical terminology, including when tying nautical knots, comes from foreign languages, you should know the following tying concepts:

• Knot- interlacing or connecting the running and root ends.
• Hitch– definition of a knot when tying its inner end to any object.
• Bend– connecting the running ends of two or more cables to produce one product.

Main types: Technique

Gazebo or bowline

The presented knot does not tighten under heavy loads and is easily untied. It is also popular for attaching sails to the spar on pleasure and sports boats, mooring and securing vessels. Because of its versatility, the bower is called the king of sea knots.

The technology for tying it is as follows:

• the running tip is tied into a small loop, which is made by bending the outer end;
• after threading into the loop, with a turn around the root and back, it is directed into the resulting loop;
• the diameter of the main loop is determined depending on the purpose of the unit, the length and volume of the load or other element.

Noose

This type is widely used for lifting various loads to a certain height. It is used in ports, construction, forestry and other areas of industrial and individual farming.

It is tied according to this pattern:

• the running tip needs to be wrapped around an object or load;
• then the outer (root) end is circled and several times around the running edge;
• on a cable of 3 strands, this operation is performed in the direction of lay;
• To securely fix a long object when lifted, use a noose with a hose, which is placed at some distance from the main unit.

Eight

It got its name thanks to its corresponding shape. It is classic and serves as a stopper for tackle and blocks. Easy to tie and untie even with a wet rope.

Technology:

• the chassis is wrapped around the outer end and pulled up to form a loop;
• the chassis, previously wound up for itself, is threaded into it;
• tightened with maximum force.

Straight

Known since ancient times, but not the most convenient and reliable. Used to connect two cables into one. When wet and tightly tightened, it is very difficult to untie.

Tying process:

• both running tips are brought out on the same side as the root tips to maintain symmetry. This point is important in the reliability of the knot, since failure to comply with this condition will allow the structure to be untied by pulling the main edges (“woman’s”) from different sides;
• tied by connecting the main ends moving relative to each other;
• To facilitate untying, use a type of straight knot with a loop at one of the running ends (reef).

Simple half bayonet

A reliable and widespread variation from a series of the same type. It differs in that with proper tying, unauthorized untying and excessive tightening are excluded.

How to knit:

• the running edge is drawn around the object;
• further, the same procedure is performed around the root, and the running edge is threaded into the formed loop.

Simple bayonet

A more complex version of the previous one. Its main area of ​​application is towing and mooring ships. The method of tying it is identical to the half-bayonet method. Or rather, combining them into one.

Three half-bayonets are quite enough for one option under consideration, since a larger number will not affect the strength in any way, and the option of 3 half-bayonets is capable of withstanding the load of a large ship.

Simple bayonet with hose

Its purpose and method of tying are identical to a simple bayonet. Due to the presence of an additional hose at the point where the cable is attached to the object, it is considered somewhat more reliable.

It is considered the most reliable and has been used for a long time. Its purpose is very important: holding the anchor and other important elements of the ship that are subject to strong thrust. Its second name is anchor.

The tying method is similar to with a simple bayonet, with only two hoses. Is as follows:

• two hoses are tied around the anchor bracket (without excessive force);
• Next, the running tip is passed under the hoses;
• the knot is completed with one or two bayonets;
• The final action is to secure the root and main ends with a safety cable.

Californian

Used in fishing to attach nylon fishing line. It was invented by fishermen from California several decades ago, which is how it earned its name. It is used not only for attaching hooks, but also sinkers and swivels. It is considered quite reliable. The disadvantages include its small compactness.

A loop of fishing line is threaded into the eye of the hook, then wrapped around the root end and pulled through the resulting double loop.

Stepped

In fishing, it is used for hooks that do not have an eye. Many fishermen consider this tackle stronger than a standard hook. Just for such cases, a stepped one is used, which is made in the form of a tightening noose.

Leashed

There are 4 types, namely:

Deaf

It is distinguished among fishermen by its reliability and ease of tying. You should pull the end of the fishing line into the eye of the hook and throw it over to form a blind loop.

The presented knot is suitable for all types of fishing lines, and is also good for attaching sinkers.

One of the most reliable for eye hooks. The knitting technology has the following sequence:

• the running end is passed through the hook ring;
• wraps around the forend;
• the running edge is passed through the ring again to form a closed loop;
• further, it is carried around the root edge;
• for final tying, you need to pass the running end into the loop that covers the forend.

Shark's

Complex type. The knitting technique has the following sequence:

• before inserting the running end of the fishing line into the loop, bring the hoses closer to each other and tighten them tightly;
• hoses are pre-prepared around the root and running ends;
• This method is used, as a rule, for synthetic fishing line.

conclusions

Sailors, fishermen, tourists, athletes (climbers, sailboats) and fans of extreme sports must certainly have the skills of tying sea knots.

It is not necessary to thoroughly study hundreds of types of sea knots. Knowing a few basic types is quite enough.

An ordinary person in everyday life would also benefit from knowing the technology of knitting at least 2-3 knots, because in life anything can happen.

I came across Safronenko’s brochure “Learning to Tie Knots.” It may be useful for others to read this material.

For orientation in the description of the nodes, they are used in accordance with Fig. 1, the following terms: root end - the end of the cable, fixedly fixed or used when tying a knot; opposite to the running end; running end - the loose free end of the cable, which begins movement when tying a knot; loop (open) - the running (or root) end of the cable, bent twice in such a way that it does not intersect with itself; pebble (closed loop) - a loop made by the running or root end of the cable so that the cable crosses itself; half-knot - a single overlap of two different ends of the same cable or two ends of different cables; carryover - a rope wrapping around an object (a log, a pole, another cable, a ring, etc.), made in such a way that both ends of the cable do not intersect; hose - a full turn (360°) of a rope around an object, made so that after this the end of the rope is directed in the opposite direction; half-bayonet - carrying around an object with a cable, followed by the cable crossing its end at a right angle, without passing it into the resulting closed loop.

KNOTS FOR THICKENING THE ROPE “Simple knot” (Fig. 1). This is the simplest of all known knots. To tie it, you need to make a half-knot with the running end of the cable at its root end. It can be tied at the end or in the middle of the rope. To do this, the running end of the cable is carried once around its root part and passed into the resulting loop. Depending on how it is tied, a simple knot can be left (Fig. 2, a) or right (Fig. 2, b). . This is not only the simplest of all knots, but also the smallest in size. When the cable is pulled, it becomes so tight that it is sometimes very difficult to untie it. One more negative feature for plant cables should be taken into account - this knot, like no other, spoils the cable, as it bends it greatly and weakens its strength by about half. A simple knot is used to tie at the end of a thread so that it does not slip out of the fabric, to prevent the rope from unraveling, and also as an additional knot; for example, at the ends of sheets tied together to serve as a rope in a fire. A simple knot, despite its primitiveness and ability to tighten tightly, is an integral element of many useful knots. "Eight" (Fig. 2-2). This knot is considered a classic - it forms the basis of many other, more complex knots for various purposes. It can serve as an excellent stopper at the end of a thread, rope, or cable. Even with strong traction, unlike simple node, it does not damage the cable, and it can always be easily untied. In everyday life, the “eight” is widely used. It is very convenient for securing a cable passing through a hole in an object, for example, in the wooden handle of an outboard motor rope starter. Two “figure eights” can be used to securely attach the rope to a children’s sled. To prevent your hand from slipping off the end of the dog leash, you can use a figure eight. It also serves well for attaching strings to the pegs of violins, guitars, mandolins, balalaikas and others. musical instruments. “Stevedoring knot” (Fig. 2-3). Like the figure eight, this knot is a stopper for cables passing through the hole. It is knitted like a figure eight, but with the only difference that the running end is inserted into the loop after it has been looped around the root end of the cable twice. When tightening this knot, you need to make sure that the hoses at the root end do not twist and slip into the loop. A tight stevedoring knot is easier to untie if you pull the loop that is closer to the root end. “Oyster knot” (Fig. 2-4). Due to its symmetry, this knot is successfully used by musicians to fasten strings on the pegs of a violin, mandolin and other musical instruments. In size, the tightened oyster knot is much larger than the “eight”, and therefore it is used in cases where the holes on the pegs for some reason are larger than needed for a particular string. This knot has one peculiarity of tying: it is tightened in two steps. First, tie a running simple knot (see Figure 8-52 below) and tighten it. Having passed the running end of the cable into the loop, tighten the knot again. If the oyster knot is tightened in one step, it will not form correctly. In Fig. 2, c shows a diagram of an oyster knot, indicating its symmetry. In this form, it can serve as a good decorative ornamental knot. "Ufer knot" (Fig. 2-5). This vintage one knot can be tied in two ways. The first method (Fig. 2-5, a) is based on a simple knot and involves inserting the running end into the loop from below between the root and running ends and then passing it underneath. The second knitting method (Fig. 2-5, b) involves tying a figure eight and pulling both ends into its corresponding loops. The peculiarity of the knot is that it is relatively easy to untie, even if it is tightly tightened. "Multiple Eight" (Fig. 2-6). If there is a need to temporarily shorten the cable or exclude an unreliable part of its length from work (in case of fear that it will break), it is best to use the “multiple figure eight”, which can also serve as a convenient handle for both large and small subject ( cardboard box, bale, old suitcase). If you tie a “multiple figure of eight” in the middle of the rope of a children’s sled, you will get a very good handle, but it is better to fasten the free ends of the rope to the sled with a simple “figure of eight”. “Multiple Eight” is a convenient handle on the end of a dog leash. To make the knot even and tight, as you tie each full turn, tighten it and move it towards the previous one. If you later need to use the entire length of the cable, the “multiple figure eight” is easy to untie. No matter how tightly it is tightened, it will not damage the cable. The “fire escape” (Fig. 2-7) consists of a series of simple knots that are knitted very quickly one after another (20 knots can be tied in half a minute). It is magnificent in its simplicity and effectiveness, but requires a certain skill and precision in execution. Knitting this knot begins with the formation of a certain number of closed loops (pegs) wound behind each other. Take in left hand the running end of the cable, departing 15-20 cm from its edge. Make the first pebble with a diameter of no more than 10 cm so that the root end of the cable is at the bottom. Then make the same pin and press the thumb of your left hand to the tips of the others. In exactly the same way, make 5-7 pegs, evenly laid one on top of the other. To prevent them from moving out and getting tangled, place them on the outstretched fingers (except the thumb) of your left hand. You will get a kind of rope “cup” ". Carefully remove it from your fingers so that it does not crumble or flatten. Now pass the running end, which you held in your left hand, inside this “cup” and bring it out on the other side. Place the “cup” on your left palm and clasp it on all sides with five fingers. With the curved fingertips of your right hand, hold the upper edge of the “cup” and slowly, without jerking, pull the running end of the cable sticking out of the “cup” upward. As you pull this running end on it simple knots will be tied. Their number will correspond to the number of pegs made, and the distance between them will correspond to the length of their circumference. Knots can be quickly tied by securing one end of the rope to the radiator, to the leg of the bed (chair), throw the other end out the window and, if necessary, go down down the rope. Such a “ladder” can help a person who has fallen overboard a ship. It is convenient for several people to pull out a car stuck in the mud. To make it easier to pull, tie a “fire escape” on the ground so that the knots go approximately every meter.

TIGHTENING KNOTS “Self-tightening knot” (Fig. 4-18). This primitive knot is perhaps the most original. A force commensurate with the strength of the cable can be applied to the root part of this unit, and it will hold securely. The greater the thrust, the more strongly the free running end is pressed by the hose, and the knot tightens itself. But it is only reliable when tied around a log and constant force is applied to the root end. If the force is applied to the cable alternately, in jerks, then the running end may slip out from under the root end of the cable. A self-tightening knot can be used in cases where the suspended load is motionless and the direction of traction to the root end does not change. It is convenient for them to hang bags of food on the crossbar in warehouses to save them from rodents. By releasing the running end of the cable, the suspended bag can be smoothly lowered. “Self-tightening knot with half bayonet” (Fig. 4-19). By adding one or two half-pins to a self-tightening knot, we will get a more reliable knot that can be used for various needs. “Whiteout knot” (Fig. 4-20). This knot consists of two half-bayonets tied in the same direction. There are two ways to tie it. The first method is used in cases where one of the ends of the object around which the knot is knitted is open and accessible (Fig. 4-20, a), the second when the cable has to be carried directly around the object (Fig. 4-20, b) . Using a knot, you can attach a rope to a smooth post or crossbar, tie a bag, pull a rope between two posts, tie a string to a bow, moor a boat to a pile or stake dug on the shore, attach twine to a thick cable. It is very convenient for feeding a tool to a height (for example, a hammer). When weaving many types of fishing nets, bleached knots form the first row of knitting. However, when using a tapping knot, you should always remember that it is reliable only with a constant pull on the cable or rope. “Retractable bayonet” (Fig. 4-21). This unit is more advanced and more reliable than the bleached one. It can also be used in cases where the direction of pull of the cable is at an acute angle to the log or cable to which it is attached. The retractable bayonet holds even when the thrust is directed almost along the br?v-.^a. Unlike a tapping knot, a sliding bayonet has not two, but three hoses enclosing the object; one on one side of the root end and two on the other. When tying this knot, it is necessary to take into account which direction the pull behind the root will be directed end, and depending on this, tie a knot. It’s easy to remember: on which side is the pull, there are two hoses. When using a retractable bayonet, do not forget that it is reliable only under load and does not like sudden loosening. "Constrictor" (Fig. 4-22). Known throughout the world by this name, which means “boa constrictor” in Latin, the knot is one of the tightest knots around. At the same time, it is considered one of the most difficult knots to untie. As a rule, it is not even untied; it serves only once. The constrictor tightens well on round objects that do not have sharp corners; in this case it is irreplaceable. This is a very useful and important node. With its help you can, for example, tie a bag very tightly, a chamber valve soccer ball, compress a leaking rubber hose, tighten a carpet, bag, cotton blanket from above, tie the hands of a bully, apply a tourniquet to a wounded limb, and much more. “Double constrictor” (Fig. 4-23). This knot is more complex than the previous one and tightens even more. "Python knot" (Fig. 4-24). It is similar in principle to a constrictor. It can be used, except in cases like a constrictor, and for connecting two transverse slats (Fig. 4-24, b). Their connection using this knot will be much stronger than with nails. They can be used to tie the wooden slats of a kite, and when constructing a wicker fence, tie one rope to another at a right angle. “Blind loop” (Fig. 4-25). This knot is also called a tag knot, as it is very convenient to use for tying keys together, for storing washers and other items that have a hole, and also for tightening the neck of a bag when tying it. "Stop Knot" (Fig. 4-26). Sometimes there is a need to hold a cable under tension. This is done with the help of another cable, attached with a stopper knot to the cable that needs to be held. If the pull of the cable that needs to be stopped is to the right, then the running end of the stop cable is placed on top of the cable with the hose to the left, then another hose is made and the running end of the stop cable is led towards the first and second hoses, into their clamp, and then to the right around wrap the cable around it, making one or two more hoses, and in two or three places they put strong grips or secure them “under themselves”. “Swing knot” (Fig. 4-27). If you decide to make a swing at your dacha or in the yard of your house, then don’t look for a better unit. “Noose with half bayonets” (Fig. 4-28). This knot, proven by centuries of experience at sea, has long been used on the shore. It is reliable and very strong, it tightens extremely tightly around the object, but when the pull on the cable stops, it is very easy and simple to untie it. The noose with half bayonets is widely used by lumberjacks. On many foreign languages it is called a “forest knot” or “log knot”. To lift a heavy log or pipe, you can use vegetable or steel cable appropriate strength. But for this you need to know how to tie a knot correctly. It should always be knitted slightly away from the middle of the log (pipe). Having removed the running end of the cable from the loop that makes up the knot, it is pulled towards the end of the object being lifted, from which the pull will be, and two half-bayonets are made. But, as a rule, two half-bayonets are made before the start of tying the noose, since the root end of the tackle is already attached to the lifting mechanism. The slack of the cable between the noose and the half-bayonets must be selected before lifting. Having lifted an object with a crane, it is better to deliver it to its place in one step, without lowering it to the ground. You should always remember that this unit must be checked before each lift (if it is carried out in two steps). It is also important in which direction to make half-bayonets on the log. They should be laid along the descent of the cable. Lifting heavy objects with a noose without half bayonets is considered dangerous.

NON-TIGHTENED KNOTS “Simple half bayonet” (Fig. 3-8). It is the simplest of the non-tightening knots and is widely used - it serves as the final element of many knots. A tied half-bayonet with a running end attached with a grip reliably withstands strong traction. He may move towards the object, but he will never be drawn in. “Simple bayonet” (Fig. 3-9). Two identical half-bayonets make up a knot, which is called a simple bayonet. This non-tightening knot is one of the simplest and most reliable knots for fastening. For a correctly tied bayonet, its running end, both after the first and after the second pegs, should extend equally above or below its end. For an inverted, that is, incorrectly tied bayonet, the running end after the second peg goes in the opposite direction, not the same as after the first. If the half bayonets of a simple bayonet are made in different directions, then when the cable is tensioned they will come together and the knot will be tightened. You should not throw more than three half-bayonets in such a knot, since this is quite enough and the strength of the knot as a whole will not increase with a larger number of half-bayonets. This simple but reliable unit can be used in all cases when the cable needs to be temporarily attached to an object for strong traction, for example, to a hook when towing a car. “Bed bayonet” (Fig. 3-10). This non-tightening knot holds securely even with strong pitching, and if necessary, it can be easily and quickly untied. “A simple bayonet with a hose” (Fig. 3-11). This knot differs from a simple bayonet by one additional hose around the object to which the cable is attached. Two hoses around the object make this knot more reliable under long-term loads - due to the additional hose, it will not fray as quickly as a simple bayonet. “A simple bayonet with two shlags” (Fig. 3-12). It differs from the previous knot by an additional, third hose, which increases the strength and reliability of the knot if the cable is under constant pressure. “Bayonet with drift” (Fig. 3-13). It is more symmetrical than a simple bayonet with two hooks, and in the event of a change in the direction of thrust, it moves less along the object to which it is tied. To tie a bayonet with a bow, you first need to make one hose around the object with the running end, wrap it around the back of the root end and make a hose again, but in the other direction. After this, you should make one or two half-bayonets. “Reverse bayonet” (Fig. 3-14). A situation often arises when the running end of the cable is enclosed around an object (logs, etc.) p.) very difficult. Using a reverse bayonet, you can loop the cable around the desired object once and at the same time tie a knot with two hoops around the object to which you are attaching the cable. To do this, the running end of the cable must be folded at a length of 2-3m in half and, looping it around the object, pull the loops towards you. Now the running end of the cable needs to be threaded into this loop, and the slack should be taken out at the root end and the knot should be finished with two half-bayonets. “Fisherman's bayonet” (“anchor knot”) (Fig. 3-15) Recognized by sailors of all countries as the most reliable for attaching a rope. It can be used in all cases when working with cables when they are subject to strong traction. "Mast bayonet" (Fig. 3-16). First, a bleached knot is tied around the object to which the cable is attached (see; Fig. 4-20) and a simple bayonet is made at the root end of the cable - a reliable and simple knot is obtained. To prevent the mast knot from becoming too tight, the first knot is not fully tightened. "Port node" (Fig. 3-17). First, near the bollard you need to make several hoses with the running end of the mooring cable. After this, fold the running end in half and in this form, in a loop, pass it under the tensioned root part of the cable, turn the loop 360° and throw it on top of the cabinet. This knot does not slip and holds securely. The cable can be released at any time, even if it is under strong tension. To do this, you need to slightly select the running end passing under the root end and enlarge the loop, after which it will not be difficult to throw it off the stand.

KNOTS FOR LINKING TWO CABLES “Oak knot” (Fig. 5-29). Its positive qualities are the speed at which it can be tied and its reliability. It is used only in exceptional cases, when there is a need to very quickly connect two cables. When connecting plant cables, the connection has a significant drawback: a tightly tied knot is very difficult to untie later, especially if it gets wet. In addition, a cable tied with such a knot has less strength and during operation creates a danger of getting caught on something during its movement. To connect two cables, their ends need to be folded lengthwise together and, stepping back from the edges 15-20 cm, tie both ends as one whole with a simple knot. Do not try to tie synthetic cables and fishing line with this knot: it crawls on them. "Flemish Knot" (Fig. 5-30). This is one of the oldest maritime knots, which was used to connect two both thin and thick cables. In fact, this is the same figure eight, tied at both ends. First, make a figure eight at the end of one of the cables being tied (see Figure 2-2). Insert the running end of the second cable towards the exit of the running end and repeat the figure eight tied to the first cable. After this, grab each end on the left and right and begin to tighten the knot evenly, trying to maintain its shape. To final tighten the knot, pull the root ends of the cables. There is a second way of knitting: we tie a figure eight with cables folded over a length of approximately one meter, but in this case you will have to carry it around and thread it into the loop along with the short running end of one of the cables and the long main one - this is the inconvenience second knitting method. The connection of two cables with a Flemish knot is considered very strong. This knot, even when tightly tightened, does not damage the cable, and it is relatively easy to untie. In addition, it has excellent quality - it does not slip and holds securely on a synthetic fishing line. "Flat knot" (Fig. 5-31). This knot has long been considered one of the most reliable knots for tying cables of different thicknesses. Having eight weaves, the flat knot never tightens too much, does not creep or spoil the cable, since it does not have sharp bends, and the load on the cables is distributed evenly over the knot. After removing the load on the cable, this knot is easy to untie. Its important advantage is that it is really flat. There are two ways to knit this knot: an untightened knot with its free running ends tacked to the main or half-pins at their ends (Fig. 5-31, a) and without such a tack, when the knot is tightened (Fig. 5-31, b). A flat knot tied in the first way (in this form it is called a “Josephine knot”) on two cables of different thicknesses almost does not change its shape even with very high traction and is easily untied when the load is removed. The second knitting method is used for tying thinner cables, with the same or almost the same thickness. In this case, it is recommended to first tighten the tied flat knot with your hands so that it does not twist during a sharp pull. After this, when a load is applied to the connected cable, the knot creeps and twists for some time, but when it stops, it holds firmly. It unties without much effort by shifting the loops covering the root ends. Since a flat knot has eight intersections, it can be tied in different ways—there are 256 various options tying it. But not every knot from this number, tied according to the principle of a flat knot (alternating intersection of opposite ends “under and above”), will hold securely. Ninety percent of them are unreliable, and some are even dangerous for tying ropes intended for heavy pulling. Its principle depends on changing the sequence of intersection of connected cables in a flat knot, and it is enough to change this order a little, and the knot acquires other negative qualities. In Fig. 5-31 shows a knitting pattern that has been tested and tested in practice. Before you use this knot for a responsible task, you must first remember its diagram exactly and connect the cables exactly according to it without any even the most insignificant changes. Only in this case will the flat knot serve you faithfully and not let you down, “Hunting Knot” (Fig. 5-32). This new knot was invented by the retired English doctor Edward Hunter (translated from English as “hunter”), and the author’s receipt of a patent for the invention in 1979 caused a sensation in maritime circles in many countries. Essentially, a hunting knot is a successful interweaving of two simple knots tied at the ends of the cables. It holds perfectly on all cables, including the thinnest synthetic fishing lines. “Brasstail knot” (Fig. 5-33). This knot is also reliable for connecting two cables of different thicknesses, both vegetable and synthetic. Its reliability also lies in the fact that it does not immediately untie when the pull on the cable stops. "Furrier's knot" (Fig. 5-34). This wonderful knot is relatively simple, compact, has enough intersections to ensure strong tightening, and can be untied without much difficulty. It can be successfully used for tying synthetic cables and fishing lines. There are two ways to knit it. " Surgical knot "(Fig. 5-35). This unit is still used by doctors today. First, two half-knots are made one after the other with two ends, which are then pulled in different directions. Then another half-knot is tied on top, but in the other direction. The principle of the knot is that the first two half-knots do not allow the two ends to move in different directions while another half-knot is knitted on top. This knot is convenient to use when there is a need to tighten and tie some elastic bale or burden with a rope and tighten the first half of the knot on the rope, which, without letting go of its ends with your hands, you have to press with your knee. "Academic node" (Fig. 5-36). This knot is similar to the surgical one, differing only in that instead of one second half-knot, it has two of them. It differs from its ancestor - the straight knot (see Fig. 6-39) in that the running end of the cable is wrapped around the running end of another cable twice, after which the running ends are led towards each other and again wrapped around them twice, that is, at the bottom two half-knots and two half-knots on top, but tied in the opposite direction. This gives it the advantage that when there is a large load on the cable, it is not as tight as a straight knot and is easier to untie. "Dagger knot" (Fig. 5-37). This knot is considered one of the best knots for tying two large diameter plant cables. It is not very complicated in its design and is very compact. It is most convenient to tie it if you first lay the running end of the cable in the form of the number “8” on top of the main one. After this, thread the extended running end of the second cable into the loops, pass it under the middle intersection of the figure eight and bring it above the second intersection of the first cable. Next, the running end of the second cable must be passed under the root end of the first cable and inserted into the figure-of-eight loop. When the knot is tightened, the two running ends of both cables stick out in different directions. The knot is easy to untie if you loosen one of the outer loops. "Weaving knot" (Fig. 5-38). This knot embodies the simplicity, reliability and compactness of instant thread tying. "Straight knot" (Fig. 6-39). Apparently, only in our country there is an unreasonably respectful attitude towards this unit. Sailors from other countries treat him more soberly and even with prejudice. After all, it cannot be used to connect two cables that will be subject to strong traction: it crawls and is dangerous when it gets wet. This node has claimed more human lives than a dozen other nodes combined. Unfortunately, many of the compilers of various manuals and manuals for riggers, builders, firefighters, rock climbers and mountain rescuers still recommend a straight knot for connecting two cables. But it can be sufficiently reliable only if its running ends are attached to the main ones. This knot is good for packing things, packages, etc. A straight knot consists of two half-knots, sequentially tied one above the other in different directions. This is the usual, simplest way to knit it (Fig. 6-39, a). Sailors, who have been using this knot since ancient times to tie cables, use a different tying method (Fig. 6-39, b). Weavers who use a straight knot to tie up broken threads of yarn tie it in their own, special way, convenient for them (Fig. 6-39, c). This knot, which, according to the unanimously accepted characteristic of our specialists, “is so tightened that it cannot be untied and will have to be cut,” turns out, even when wet and tightly tightened, it can be untied very simply, in 1-2 seconds. Take the root end A (Fig. 6-39, d) in your left hand and, so that it does not slip out of your hand, make a couple of slings around your palm. Also take running end B in your right hand. Pull the ends sharply and firmly in different directions. Without releasing end A from your left hand, clench the remaining part of the knot into your fist with your right hand, holding it with your thumb and forefinger. Pull the root end A to the left and the knot will come undone. The whole secret is that when you jerk ends A and B in different directions, the straight knot turns into two half-bayonets and completely loses its properties. It can also be easily untied if you take the root end G in your right hand and strongly pull the running end B to the left. Only in this case, the end of G then needs to be pulled to the right, and the rest of the knot (half bayonets) - to the left. When untying a straight knot in this way, remember that if you pull the running end to the right, then pull the main end to the left, and vice versa. When untying a straight knot, one should not forget that with the same force it was tightened, one of its running ends must be pulled with the same force. Even a wet straight knot, tied on the thickest plant cable, which is under strong traction, can always be untied by taking one of the running ends onto a capstan or winch. In any case, there is no need to cut the cable. There are three dangerous knots, very similar to a straight knot: the “woman’s” (Fig. 6-40), the “mother-in-law” (Fig. 6-41) and the thief’s (Fig. 6-42). The primitive “woman’s” knot, unfortunately, has become firmly entrenched in our everyday life, and most people, having learned this knot in childhood, believe so strongly in its utility that they don’t even want to hear about any other knots. However, this traitor node has caused a lot of troubles throughout the history of mankind and even claimed many human lives. The “baby” knot consists of two half-knots, tied sequentially one above the other in the same direction. If you tie two ropes with it and pull, you can immediately see that the knot begins to move along the rope and slide along it. And if you tie it close to one of the ends of the rope being tied, then it can slip when pulled. But, oddly enough, woman's knot used in their work by sailors and fishermen of some countries. In addition to his negative qualities (sliding and not being untied), they caught one of his positive qualities: when certain conditions instantly turn into a simple bayonet (see Fig. 3-9) - into one of the simplest and most reliable sea knots for securing the mooring of a vessel on the shore with a pole, bollard or mooring bollard, without leaving the ship ashore. And this is done with the help of the “woman’s” knot, despised by sailors. To do this, a loop is made at the end of the cable, which is intended to be brought ashore for fastening it with a simple bayonet around the stand, and the running end is connected to the root end with a “woman’s” knot, which is not fully tightened. From the side of the ship, this loop is thrown onto the pedestal and by jerking the main part of the mooring line, the “woman’s” knot turns into a simple bayonet. Some people, tying two ropes together, somehow manage to tie a so-called “mother-in-law’s” knot (Fig. 6-41), somewhat reminiscent of a “woman’s” knot (Fig. 6-40). If in the latter the running ends come out of the knot on one side, then in the “mother-in-law” knot they come out from different sides diagonally. The “mother-in-law” knot is just as insidious as the “woman’s” knot (if not more). It should not be used under any circumstances. "Thief's Knot" (Fig. 6-42). At first glance, it is almost no different from the straight knot (see Fig. 6-39) and it seems that it is akin to it. But if you look closely, it becomes clear that the running ends of the thief’s knot come out of it diagonally. The thief's knot, like the "woman's" and "mother-in-law's" knots, are shown for clarity in order to emphasize their similarities and differences with the straight knot. It is not recommended to use these four knots, as they are unreliable for connecting two cables.

NON-TIGHTENED LOOP “Oak loop” (Fig. 7-43). This is the simplest loop of all existing non-tightened loops. It is knitted with a simple knot at the end of a cable folded in half (hereinafter in the diagrams, a circle indicates a working loop). The oak loop is strong. and is safe; unlike an oak knot, it can be used on a synthetic cable. However, an oak loop weakens the cable, bending it; it is tightly tightened, and it is very difficult to untie it. "Veinal loop" (Fig. 7-44). If, when tying an oak loop, you make an additional hose with the running end folded in half, you will get a loop that will be a little easier to untie. It is used for thin fishing lines. "Flemish loop" (Fig. 7-45). Knitted in a figure eight on a double-folded cable, it is a strong and easily untied loop at the end of the cable. The Flemish loop is suitable for tying on both thick and thin cables. It almost does not weaken the strength of the cable. Used for fastening strings of musical instruments and other purposes. " Perfect loop"(Fig. 7-46). The knot with which this fixed loop is tied at the end of the cable is simple, reliable and does not slip even on the thinnest synthetic fishing line. The perfect loop is very popular abroad among fishermen. "Gazebo knot" (Fig. 7-47). The second name for this knot is the “bowline knot”, or “bowline”. This is one of the oldest and most amazing knots ever invented by man. It is often referred to as the "King of Knots"; Not every sea knot can compare with it in the number of positive properties it possesses. It is surprisingly easy to knit, even with strong traction it never tightens “tightly”, does not spoil the cable, never slides along the cable, does not unravel itself and is easily untied when needed. In appearance, it is similar to a weaving knot, but its running end does not go into the loop of the other end, but into the loop of its root end. The gazebo knot, despite its amazing compactness, simultaneously contains elements of a simple knot, half-bayonet, weaving and straight knot. The elements of all these knots in a certain combination give the gazebo knot the right to be called universal. The main purpose of the gazebo knot is to tie a cable around a person’s armpits when ascending to a height or when lowering. You can insert a gazebo into the non-tightening loop of this unit (a small wooden platform board used to lift a person onto the mast or lower him over the side of the vessel during painting or other work). This knot can be successfully used to tie two cables of both the same and different diameters or cables made of various materials (a connection using two gazebo nodes with loops of two cables made of different materials will be the most reliable). In addition, you can make a reliable tightening loop from a gazebo knot (see below, “Running Bowline”). The gazebo knot can also be safely used to temporarily shorten the cable or in cases where it is necessary to eliminate a worn-out piece of cable from work by tying the knot so that this piece fits the loop. There are many ways to tie a bow knot. In Fig. 7-47 presents the most rational and simplest method. In life, the ability to quickly tie a bow knot around your waist can always come in handy. You need to be able to do this with one hand, with one continuous movement of the hand, in the dark, in 2-3 seconds. It is not at all difficult to learn this, just do it several times in a row. To untie the gazebo knot, it is enough to slightly move the loop of the running end along the weakened root part of the cable. Double gazebo knot (Fig. 7-48). This knot, which has two non-tightening loops, is used instead of a gazebo to lift a person to a height, to raise or lower a person who has lost consciousness, and in other cases. When tying a knot, one of the loops is made almost half the size of the other. A person sits in one loop, the second loop clasps his torso under the armpits. This allows him, having risen to a height, to work with both hands. There are several ways to tie a double bower knot. Let's consider the simplest one. The knot is tied with a rope folded in half. After inserting the running end (in the form of a loop) into the small loop of the knot, it needs to be pulled out a little and, wrapped around the large loop, placed in the upper part of the knot. Holding the main part of the cable, with the other hand pull down the right side of the large double loop. After this, the knot will be tightened and ready for use. The top knot (Fig. 7-49) can be used for fastening temporary guy wires when installing masts, driving piles, and planting seedling trees. If you have a jug whose neck has a more or less large protrusion, you can use a top knot to make a comfortable handle for it. To carry watermelons and large melons, it is best to use this knot, because it was once used on warships to carry cannonballs. A piece of any cable 2 meters long makes a reliable basket for the largest watermelon. In this case, the knot should not be fully tightened, but its three loops should be tied with two free ends. Of the known methods of tying a top knot, the one shown in the diagram is considered the best. Boatswain's, or "Spanish gazebo" knot (Fig. 7-50). It, like the double gazebo, serves to lift a person up or lower him from a height. A foot is inserted into each of the two loops of the boatswain's knot and the rope is held with one hand. This knot can be used to lift (or lower from a height) an unconscious person. To prevent it from falling out of the two loops, one or two half-bayonets are additionally tied on its chest with the running end of the cable. Burlatskaya loop (Fig. 7-51). It is also called a harness loop, or a Pushkar knot. This loop can be made either at the end of the cable or at any part of it. The loop is designed to apply traction in any direction. It is easy to tie and holds securely, but before a load is applied to the loop, it should be tightened firmly with your hands, since with a sharp pull it tends to turn over and slide along the cable for some time. Several loops tied in this way will help pull out a car stuck in the mud, allow you to climb to a height or descend from a steep cliff.

TIGHTENING LOOPES Running simple knot (Fig. 8-52). This is the simplest knot that forms a tightening loop. When pulling on the root end, the loop is tightened, but it can be increased in size by pulling the running end away from the loop. The knot can be tied in any part of the rope. With its help, you can tighten a bag, tie a bale, attach a cable to something, moor a boat to a pile. Sliding figure eight (Fig. 8-53). Based on the figure-eight principle, this knot belongs to the category of reliable, tightly tightened loops. It has the property of being tightened smoothly and evenly when pulled at the root end. ".- ." ...: ..; . Silk knot (Fig. 8-54). This knot is borrowed from the simple technique of bird catchers. Snares made from horse hair or the thinnest fishing line work flawlessly with the help of such a knot. The snare knot is considered one of the smoothest and easiest knots to tighten. Running bowline (Fig. 8-55). This is the same arbor knot with a small loop into which the root end is passed. It is based on the lasso principle. The running bowline works flawlessly. It is used to catch floating logs and driftwood; it is used to search for and raise anchors left at the bottom. Tightening noose (Fig. 8-56). This knot is also called the “scaffold” or “gallows” knot. It also finds other uses: it is used to temporarily attach a cable to objects floating in the water or to throw and secure a cable to an object. This knot has an advantage even over such a good knot as a noose with half bayonets, in that the running end of the cable cannot slip out of the loop, and therefore a tightening noose is considered more reliable. To tie this knot, the cable is laid in the form of two loops of equal size. Both loops are surrounded several times with the running end of the cable, after which this end is passed into the loop facing the root part of the cable, and, while pulling out the outermost loop, it is clamped in it. A tightening noose can always be easily untied if you pull the root part cable This gloomy unit can also be used to store rope in a compact coil or as a weight at the throwing end to feed it. If you find it insufficient as a weight at the throwing end, then lower it into the water before use. The “drunk” knot (Fig. 8-57) has two tightening loops. When the running and root ends are pulled simultaneously, the loops are tightened. The knot apparently got its name because it was used to pacify excessively riotous people by putting loops on the wrists behind the back and tying the ends on the chest.

QUICK-RELEASE KNOTS Figure 8 untie (Fig. 9-58). If an ordinary figure eight (see Fig. 2-2) is made with a loop, that is, the running end folded in half is passed into its last loop, then we will get a quick-release stopper. An untied running simple knot (Fig. 9-59). A running simple knot (see Fig. 8-52) can easily be turned into a quick-release knot without changing its function, i.e., using it as a tightening loop, and not as a quick-release knot. To do this, you need to insert the running end, folded in half, into its loop. In this case, it will have two properties at once: it will tighten and quickly untie if you pull the running end sticking out of the loop. This is a very common knot. All over the world they are used to tie horses by the bridle to a leash. To prevent the knot from accidentally coming undone, the end of the bridle is inserted into the loop (Fig. 9-59, b). With the help of a simple knot that can be untied, you can moor the boat behind a shore pile or pedestal in such a way that, if necessary, the cable can be released without leaving the boat by pulling the running end, which is left long enough. The Kalmyk knot (Fig. 9-60) is one of the most practical and reliable knots. The origin of the knot is clear from the name. And, although the Kalmyk steppes do not evoke associations with the sea and ships, it has long been used in the navy. Foreign sailors do not know him; he is not mentioned in foreign manuals. This beautiful knot is knitted almost instantly as follows. Place the running end of the cable behind the object and take it, stepping back a little from the end, from above with your left hand with your thumb towards you. With your right hand, place the main end over your left fist, in which the running end is already clamped, and make a full turn around it with the main part of the cable. Then, with the movement of your left hand, move the root end under the root part of the large loop while simultaneously carrying the running end around the same part of the cable and then intercepting the running end with the fingers of your left hand. After this, carefully pull the running end in the form of a loop through the main end hose located on the left hand (by dropping the hose), so that the running end does not straighten, and tighten the knot with the main end. The Kalmyk knot holds securely and quickly unties if you pull the running end. It is used for temporary fastening of the casting end to the mooring line (ring) when delivering the latter from the vessel to the pier. It is used to attach reins to a bridle, as well as to tie a horse in a stable. If you pass the running end, not folded in half, into the loop of the Kalmyk knot, then the knot will not be a quick-release one. This is how he is. called a Cossack knot. The untied weaving knot (Fig. 9-61) holds securely, but can be untied at any moment, even under tension. Reef node (Fig. 9-62). This one was popular in the past by sea. The knot is known in everyday life as a “knot with one bow.” It is familiar to everyone; many tie their shoelaces with it. This simple and useful knot is very similar to a straight knot and is knitted in the manner shown in Fig. 6-39, except that when tying the second half-knot, its running end is threaded into the loop folded in half. When you pull on the running end, the knot instantly unties. Double reef or halyard knot (Fig. 9-63). Sailors almost never use it: a reef knot is enough for temporary tying. In Vladimir Dahl's dictionary it is called a “loop knot” and “burdock (bow)”. It is often called a byte node. It is knitted in the same way as a straight knot, but in the second half-knot the running ends of the cable are tied folded in half. This is an indispensable knot for tying shoe laces, ropes, bows on the neck and bows in the hair, as well as on packages and boxes. The mill knot (Fig. 9-64) is considered one of the most common among the many clever knots for tying bags. In principle, this is the same figure eight, in the second loop of which the running end folded in half is passed. It is very convenient because it can be tightened tightly and quickly untied by pulling the running end. Bucket knot (Fig. 9-65). Using this “remotely untieable” knot, you can lower an object from a height, for example, a bucket of water or mortar, place it on the ground and raise the rope up again. This original unit can be successfully used by firefighters, builders and climbers. Imagine that a climber needs to descend from a height using a rope. He is walking alone, and he has one rope, which he will still need. The rope needs to be secured with a bucket knot, go down along its root end and, with a jerk on the long running end, untie the knot tied at the top.

SPECIAL SEA KNOTS Hack knot (Fig. 10-66). When the necessary stopper is not at hand, the load is lifted with a crane or boom on a hook, using a regular steel or plant cable. In this case, they use a hook knot. When there is a load on the main end, the running end of the cable is pressed against the inside of the neck of the hook, and a loop tightened around its back holds both ends - this is the great wisdom of this simple knot. When putting the cable on the hook, you need to carefully ensure that the root end of the cable always passes under the chassis. However, it should be borne in mind that it is possible to lay and safely lift the load with a single hook knot only if the cable is thick enough in relation to the hook. To prevent the hook assembly from becoming poisoned when the load is removed, the running end is grabbed with a temporary grip to the main one. Using the principle of the hook knot, it is possible to lift the bag on the hook without a cable if its neck can be wrapped once around the back of the hook. Hook assembly with hose (Fig. 10-67). A thin cable secured with a single hook knot can slide off the back of the hook. If the cable is thin in relation to the hook, it is laid with a hook assembly with a hose, which greatly increases the reliability of lifting the load. "Cat's Paw" (Fig. 10-68). The name of this knot is justified - it looks like a cat's paw. This knot is used in cases where the sling needs to be attached to the hook in such a way that there is no excess slack. To tie this knot, the loop of the sling is placed on top of its two ends - two small loops are obtained, each of which is simultaneously twisted outward several times, depending on how much the sling needs to be reduced. Then the loops are brought together and put on the hook. The “cat's paw” is not clamped tightly, and the knot is easy to remove from the hook if there is no load on the line. The barrel knot (Fig. 10-69) is used when there is no special sling or device for lifting full open barrels in a vertical position. A half-knot is knitted on the middle part of the cable; the half-loops of the knot are spread apart and cover the middle part of the barrel. The lower part of the loop passes through the center of the bottom of the barrel, the free ends of the cable are tied with a straight knot, and if the cable is already secured at one end, then with a gazebo knot. The barrel unit is used for loading various types containers having a cylindrical shape. In everyday life, you can quickly tie it around a can or tank without a handle. Amphora knot (Fig. 10-70). The ancient Greeks came up with this knot; it allowed them to conveniently carry amphoras (universal vessels with pointed bottoms in which olive oil, olives, wine, grain, flour, etc. were stored and transported) without the risk of losing their valuable contents. This knot is not simple, it is difficult to knit, in several stages, but with its help you can make an excellent rope handle for carrying a bottle, jug or, in general, any vessel with a small protrusion on the neck. Olympic knot (Fig. 10-71). It was called Olympic because it consists of five rings. This ancient sea knot dates back to the “golden age of sail” on English language sounds very sentimental: “Two hearts beating as one.” The purpose of the knot is to temporarily shorten the cable. The Olympic knot is reliable and, despite its apparent cumbersomeness at first glance, is knitted quite simply. Crab loop, or protracted fire (Fig. 10-72). The peculiarity of this knot is that it can work in two qualities: a tightening loop or a non-tightening loop. If the ends of the crab knot at the points marked with the letters A and B are sharply and strongly pulled in different directions, indicated by the arrows, the knot ceases to be tightened. Taking the form shown in the third position from the right in the figure, the knot is no longer tightened, its loop becomes permanent.

KNOTS FOR FISHING TACKLE Blind knot (Fig. 11-73). If there is a non-tightening loop at the end of the leash, the easiest and most reliable way to attach a fishing hook to it is to thread the end through the eye of the hook and throw it over the hook, forming a blind loop. This method is good for both cotton and thin synthetic fishing lines; it can also be used if the loop is made of soft wire. This knot is convenient for tying sinkers to the fishing line. Fisherman's eight (Fig. 11-74). This is a reliable way to attach fishing line to an eye hook. He gives a full guarantee that the hook will not come undone. Tuna knot (Fig. 11-75). It differs from other knots in that the eye of the hook is wrapped simultaneously with two loops (like a blind loop). Although it is difficult to knit, it is considered the best among all fishing knots designed for synthetic fishing line. Step unit (Fig. 11-76). This knot is the most reliable for attaching fishing line to a hook without an eye. It is somewhat reminiscent of a tightening noose. Leash based on a running knot (Fig. 11-77). The ability to quickly and reliably tie leashes to a fishing line is an important matter for every angler. To tie a transverse leash to a fishing line in this way, tie a running simple knot in the desired place on the fishing line, but do not tighten it completely. At the end of the leash, tie a figure eight and pass its end into the loop of the running knot. After tightening the last knot as shown in Fig. 11-77, you will securely attach the leader to the fishing line. Leash based snake knot(Fig. 11-78). This is a more complex, but also more reliable way of tying a transverse leash to a fishing line. Before tightening the snake knot made on the fishing line, insert the end of the leash with a figure eight tied into its middle. When tying a snake knot, both parts will come together and securely clamp the leash in front of the figure eight. Roller assembly (Fig. 11 -79). To tie this knot on the fishing line, you first need to make a simple knot and insert the running end of the leash into it. The latter needs to be secured like a multiple figure eight around the fishing line and the main end of the leash. This type of fastening is quite reliable and uncomplicated.

DECORATIVE KNOTS In addition to the decorative knots already discussed (oyster, straight, Flemish, flat and head), many other beautiful knots can be used in applied art. After all, strict, symmetrical, and often ornate and very complex in form, knot patterns have long been used to create heraldic signs, coats of arms, emblems, brand names, seals and vignettes. Tailors often used knot patterns for braiding and trimming of ceremonial uniforms and ladies' ball gowns. Many patterns of tied but loose knots are used by lacemakers and embroiderers to finish their products, as well as when weaving macrame. Let's consider knots that, in addition to their practical purpose, can be used in everyday life as decorative knots during various works with cables. Royal knot (Fig. 12-80). In principle, this is a reliable stopper knot, like a figure eight, stevedore, deadeye, etc. Tied on a thick cord, the royal knot is decorative and can be used for tying the ends of cords for curtains, curtains, drapes, etc. Cord knot (Fig. . 12-81). A correctly tied and evenly tightened cord knot looks very impressive on cords for curtains, curtains and drapes. It can be used at the end of the cord to switch an electrical switch. Turkish knot (Fig. 12-82). To tie this knot correctly, you need to be patient. The knot is quite complicated, but it looks beautiful on a thick cable, especially if it is tied twice. Can be used for the already mentioned cords. Three-loop knot (Fig. 12-83). The symmetrical design of this stopper unit used in maritime affairs has long attracted the attention of artists and graphic artists of applied arts. This is a good ornament for various kinds of decorative artistic works. Four-loop knot (Fig. 12-84). The symmetry and certain ornateness of this knot allow it to be classified as decorative knots. It serves artists in choosing patterns for decorative decoration.