Overview

Struggling to unravel the secrets of knotting and ropework mastery?   This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of knotting and ropework, offering step-by-step instructions from basic rope care to advanced techniques. It covers essential knots, bends, hitches, and splicing methods, highlighting their practical applications in nautical and other settings. Gordon Perry and Steve Judkins bring their wealth of knowledge to this instructional resource, making it an invaluable tool for anyone keen to improve their rope handling skills.   - Detailed exploration of various knots, including hitches and bends for secure fastening.   - Advanced splicing techniques for creating strong, reliable rope joints.   - Instructions on crafting decorative knots for both practical and aesthetic purposes.   - Emphasis on the safety and efficiency of proper rope handling methods.   An instructional non-fiction book that empowers individuals to master knotting and ropework, enhancing both personal and professional skills in a safe and efficient manner.   Gordon Perry is a distinguished author known for his insightful writing and dedication to his craft. With a career marked by a commitment to exploring complex themes, Perry has established himself as a respected voice in the literary community. Steve Judkins is a talented writer whose work has captivated readers with its depth and originality. His contributions to the field have been recognized by peers and readers alike, making him a noteworthy figure in contemporary literature.

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Author:   Gordon Perry ,  Steve Judkins ,  Steve Lucas
Publisher:   Royal Yachting Association
Imprint:   Royal Yachting Association
Edition:   2nd edition
ISBN:  

9781910017524

ISBN 10:   1910017523
Pages:   240
Publication Date:   03 March 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Learning the Ropes 7 Rope Construction - Materials 9 Rope Construction - Stranded 11 Rope Construction - Braided 12 Understanding the Strength of Ropes 13 Rope Markings 15 Shock (Bungee) Cord and Tape 15 Care & Maintenance 16 Hand Coiling Stranded Ropes 19 Hand Coiling Braid on Braid 20 Deck Coiling Ropes 21 Terminology 22 Tools 23 Blocks & Tackles 25 Blocks 26 Tackles 27 Tricing 27 Runner 27 Gun Tackle 28 Handy Billy 28 Luff Tackle or Jigger 28 Double Luff 28 Light Gyn 29 Parbuckle 29 Spanish Windlass 30 Belays 31 Single Bollard 32 Double Bollard 32 Staghorn 33 T Bar 33 Cleat 34 Belaying Pin 35 Ground Stake 36 Ring 37 Winches 38 Progressive Knot Tying 39 Basic Knots for Boat Users 40 End and Stopper Knots 41 Bends 46 Binding Knots 48 Hitches 50 Loops 57 Rope End & Stopper Knots 61 Overhand & Figure of Eight Knots 62 Heaving Line Knot 63 Monkey’s Fist 64 Matthew Walker Knot 66 Manrope Knot 68 Whipping 69 Bends 73 Joining Ends 74 Sheet Bend – Variants 75 Sheet Bend – Double 76 Sheet Bend – One Way 77 Heaving Line Bend 78 Racking Bend 79 Seizing Bend 80 Alpine Butterfly Bend 82 Ashley’s Bend 83 Rigger’s Bend 84 Fisherman’s Knot 86 Fisherman’s Eight Knot 87 Harness Bend 88 Blood Knot Bend 90 Carrick Bend 92 Bowline Bend 94 Hitches 95 Making Fast 96 Half Hitches 97 Cow Hitches 98 Clove Hitch 99 Prusik Hitch 100 Blake’s Hitch 101 High Post Hitch 102 Pile Hitch 103 Icicle Hitch 104 Anchor Bend 105 Timber Hitch & Killick Hitch 106 Scaffold Hitch 107 Buntline Hitch 108 Guyline Hitch 109 Halyard Knot 110 Loops & Nooses 111 Identifying Loops and Nooses 112 Overhand Loop 113 Double Overhand Loop 113 Artilleryman’s Knot 114 Alpine Butterfly Loop 115 Bowline 116 Common 116 Climber’s Method 117 Tucked 118 On a Bight 119 Water 120 Running 121 Figure of Eight Loop 122 Packer’s Knot 123 Bottle Knot 124 Double Fisherman’s Loop 125 Jury Mast Knot 126 Lashings & Bindings 127 Safe and Secure 128 Knots Used for Lashing & Binding 129 Mousing Hooks 130 Mousing a Shackle 131 Half Hitching 132 Marling Hitching 133 Chain Lashing 134 Trucker’s Hitch 136 Square Lashing 138 Diagonal Lashing 140 Transom Knot 142 Rope Stopper 143 Chain Stopper 144 Splicing, Serving and Seizing 145 What is a Splice? 146 Knots Used in Splicing 147 Three Strand Backsplice 148 Three Strand to Chain Splice 149 Three Strand Eye Splice 150 Three Strand Short Splice 152 Three Strand Long Splice 154 Multiplait Eye Splice 156 Multiplait Short Splice 158 Multiplait Rope to Chain Splice 160 Halyard Becket or Backsplice 162 Braid on Braid Eye Splice 163 Braid with Core Eye Splice 166 Reduction Splice 168 Hollow Braid Eye Splice 170 Yachtsman’s Roll Splice 172 Rope to Wire Splice 174 Three Strand Rope Grommet 177 Serving 179 Seizing 181 Marlinespike Ropework 183 Advanced Knotting 184 Turk’s Head Knots 185 Star Knot 192 Decorative Coverings 194 King-Spoke Turk’s Head 196 Two Short Lanyards 198 Knife Lanyard 201 Binoculars Lanyard 202 Spectacles Lanyard 204 Thump Mat 206 Mast Dropper 207 Cabin Strings with Three Drops 208 Ocean Plait Mat 210 Square Mat 212 Side Fender 214 Disc Fender 216 Bell Rope 220 Baggy Wrinkle 224 A Boat Hand Lead Line 228

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