How to Tie a Square Knot for Sailboat Rigging
A square knot is also commonly known as a reef knot amongst sailors. A square knot is one of the easiest knots to learn how to tie.
Instructions
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Take the 2 ends of your rope, 1 in each hand.
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Take the left hand side of your rope and place it over the right hand side and pull the left hand rope under.
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Take the right hand side and place it over the left and pull under.
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Tighten the knot.
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Tips & Warnings
When you tie the knot, say this to yourself (or out loud)--left over right and under, right over left and under. This will help you remember how to tie the knot.