Publisher's Synopsis
All boaters - whether at sea, on rivers or canals, and whether on
dinghies, yachts, canalboats or motor-cruisers - need to know how to
tie and use a variety of knots. The Adlard Coles Book of Knots, previously published as The RYA Book of Knots,
is now available in a new edition, with clear how-to diagrams for easy
reference and colour photographs to enliven the text. It will enable the reader to master
over 50 of the most useful knots they will ever need.
The knots are
divided into groups such as stopper knots, bends, loops and hitches,
each of which is used for different purposes. The clear illustrations
show how to tie each knot and for which situations it is most useful.
There is a handy indication of which knots are easy to tie quickly in
emergencies, and which work best with natural or artificial fibre
ropes. Finally, there is handy advice on securing rope ends.
Good company for those attending their first sailing course.
Yachting Monthly
The illustrations and the straightforward explanatory text should give
the beginner confidence in being able to master tying any number of
pratical knots.
Nautical Magazine
An essential guide to all who wish to be able to understand knots,
their uses, and how to tie them.Clearly written and illustrated, this
book is a perfect accompaniment to RYA courses and for the beginner and
experienced hand alike.
Gaffer's Log
