The Complete Book Of Sailing Knots

Author : Skyhorse Publishing
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 151075928X
Total Pages : 55 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots written by Skyhorse Publishing and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2020-05-18 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Practical and Visual Guide to the Essentials of Marine Knots! Every good sailor must know the basic knots, indispensable for his safety and life on board in general. This handy little manual offers you the opportunity to master the essentials of knot-tying, with clearly illustrated step-by-step instructions. The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots focuses on 22 vital knots, including: Bowline Figure Eight Knot Cleat Hitch Thief Knot This is a great introduction to the art of seamanship. Its simple and concrete step-by-step instructions will enable you to have a good time and have you tying knots in no time. The Ultimate Guide to Nautical Knots is a great introduction to ropework and a seaman's essential companion; make it yours, too!

Author : Geoffrey Budworth
Publisher : Bounty Books
ISBN 13 : 9780753726242
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Book of Knots written by Geoffrey Budworth and published by Bounty Books. This book was released on 2013-11-20 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides easy-to-follow instructions for selecting and tying more than 100 of the most useful knots. With knots for climbing, sailing and fishing, every knot contains information on its history and development, alternative names and its uses.

Author : Peter Owen
Publisher : Globe Pequot
ISBN 13 : 9781599213484
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.86/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Book of Sailing Knots written by Peter Owen and published by Globe Pequot. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated guide to 50 of the most commonly used sailing knots.

Author : Geoffrey Budworth
Publisher : Globe Pequot
ISBN 13 : 9781585740673
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.75/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Complete Book of Sailing Knots written by Geoffrey Budworth and published by Globe Pequot. This book was released on 2000 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sailing Knots is an invaluable guidebook for all sailors. Included are expert instructions on how to tie over 60 nautical knots; step-by-step color illustrations for every knot; and background information on the history, lore and accreditation of the knots. (7 1/2 X 10 1/4, 144 pages, photos, color illustrations, charts, icons)

Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0744040930
Total Pages : 400 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Knots written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2021-01-05 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate visual guide to all types of knots. Avoid getting yourself into a tangle by following detailed step-by-step instructions that show you how to tie and untie more than 100 knots. Whichever knotty scenario you find yourself in, from in your own garden, to up in the mountains or across seas, this reference book will take you from novice to expert rope tier. Covering more than 100 knots for climbing, sailing, horse-riding, survival camping, and fishing as well as for gardening, DIY, medical, and even decorative purposes. The photographs of every step use strands of rope in different colors - so you can clearly see how to tie each knot. You’ll learn all about the fascinating stories behind how many of these knots were first tied as well as their original functions in this knot tying book. Each knot has simple to follow instructions on the features and benefits and what they can be used for. Includes knots such as figure-of-eights, reef knots, highwayman’s hitches, and monkey’s fists. Find out about techniques like sheer lashing and the constrictor knot. The book begins by teaching you all about rope materials and construction and how to maintain them. At the end of the book the glossary and index so you can easily find just the knot you’re in need of. There are more‌ ‌than‌ ‌1,000‌ ‌photographs,‌ ‌illustrations,‌ ‌and‌ ‌artworks‌. Expert author Des Pawson is a founding member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. One-Stop Practical Guide to Tying and Using Knots Knots: The Complete Visual Guide is arranged by chapters covering Stopper Knots, Binding Knots, Bends, Hitches, Loops, Plaits & Sennits, and Splices & Whippings. It also includes detailed instructions for over 100 knots and fantastic beginner guides to help boy scouts, girl scouts, first-time climbers and everything in between become experienced campers, sailors, and mountaineers. Inside this visual guide, you’ll find: • Accessible text and tables that explain the features and benefits of each knot • Sequence spreads display the top five knots you need for a range of purposes, from sailing and fishing to gardening and gift-wrapping • Fun facts about the oldest knots and their history • Essential information on how to choose the best rope to use and how to maintain them More from DK Books: Don’t miss out on more fascinating visual reference books! Look for The Complete Sailing Manual, How to Garden, and The Survival Handbook from DK Books to build on your new-found knot skills.

Author : Paul H H Snyder
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071708901
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Nautical Knots Illustrated written by Paul H H Snyder and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2002-02-21 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Its illustrations on how the knots are tied are among the best I have seen." Mariner's Log With nearly 300 superb photographs illustrating the "ins and outs" of the 20 most useful nautical knots and splices, this reissue of the critically acclaimed Nautical Knots Illustrated will transform any beginner into a boater who knows the ropes. Each knot or splice is presented on two facing pages, and an illustrated glossary and quick-glance overview of common linehandling commands are also included.

Author : Patrick Moreau
Publisher : HarperCollins
ISBN 13 : 006279776X
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.66/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Marine Knots written by Patrick Moreau and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn to master dozens of knots essential for boating and all water activities with this innovative illustrated guide. Packed with helpful step-by-step instructions and beautifully detailed illustrations, Marine Knots includes forty different knots every water sportsperson—including sailors, motor boat enthusiasts, waterskiers, paddle boarders, kayakers, canoers, and more need to practice their craft or hobby safely and confidently. With Marine Knots, you’ll learn how to tie a variety of common knots, including: Stopper Knots Hitch Knots Lashing Knots Eyes or Closed Loops Bend Knots Longitudinal Tension Knots Whipping Knots Symbolic Knots For everyone who loves spending time on the water, Marine Knots is a reliable, invaluable guide—and the perfect accessory for popular water activities.

Author : Clifford W. Ashley
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 3963320001
Total Pages : 630 pages
Book Rating : 4.02/5 ( download)

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Download or read book THE ASHLEY BOOK OF KNOTS written by Clifford W. Ashley and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-06-20 with total page 630 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What else needs to be said about knots? Almost 650 pages of incredible knowledge, presented in a truzly unique manner. This is not a book of knots, it is the BOOK OF KNOTS. Was muss noch über Knoten gesagt werden? Fast 650 Seiten unglaubliches Wissen, präsentiert in einer wahrhaft einzigartigen Weise. Dies ist kein Buch über Knoten, es ist das BUCH DER KNOTEN.

Author : Bloomsbury Publishing
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 140815899X
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Knot Bible written by Bloomsbury Publishing and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2013-06-25 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete and definitive bible of knots for seafarers. Featuring all the knots, hitches, bends, splices, whipping and decorative knotwork that you would find on a boat, this comprehensive bible of knots will help those who go to sea master every knot they will need. Over 200 knots are scored for strength, reliability, ease of tying (and untying) and usefulness. Step by step photographs show how to tie each knot, and demonstrate how they can be used, such as in the rigging or for tying boats up. Interesting knot know-how sections give extra information about the knot's history, plus helpful tips and techniques, including choosing the right rope for the right task and using the right knot. With a beautiful modern design, and highly illustrated with full colour photographs and instructive diagrams throughout, The Knot Bible remains accessible to all sailors of all levels of experience whilst still being the king of knot books.

Author : Dominique Le Brun
Publisher : Hearst Books
ISBN 13 : 9781588162779
Total Pages : 124 pages
Book Rating : 4.7X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chapman Essential Marine Knots written by Dominique Le Brun and published by Hearst Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here is every important knot that a boater will need, exquisitely illustrated in a stay-open spiral-bound book. Starting with a fascinating history of rope and its nautical uses, the guide contains pictures of traditional ties and loops, information on all types of cord, and a glossary. It describes and explains forty knots in detail, showing each stage of the looping, complete with additional background on each knot and details about what task it can handle. As always, Chapman gives boaters an eminently practical guide.