Monthly Archives: March 2011

Spar Hitch – Fender Knot

Posted on March 29, 2011 by captnmike

The Spar Hitch is a great knot for tying fenders to a lifeline.  It is very secure and will hold around small and slick objects.  The load can be at different angles.  The Spar Hitch is also know as Ground … Continue reading →

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Towboat Hitch / Capstan Hitch – Updated

Posted on March 23, 2011 by captnmike

The Towboat Hitch or Capstan Hitch is a good knot when you need a non-jamming tie to a single post, bit, bollard or sailboat winch. The Towboat Hitch or Capstan Hitch can be tied quickly. It can be untied under … Continue reading →

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Is This Your Boat?

Posted on March 19, 2011 by captnmike

Listen to the Marine VHF radio most any weekend in the Puget Sound area and you will hear report of found Kayaks and Canoes drifting in the water with nobody in them.  When an empty drifting boat is found all … Continue reading →

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