Glossary

Knots: the baffling blend of math, physics, and ancient mariner sorcery that keeps your boat in one piece and your sanity in tatters. Did you know there’s a knot for literally everything? Tying up a dinghy? A round turn and two half-hitches should do the trick. Want to hang a hammock? Clove hitch. Trying to impress someone? Monkey’s fist. And then there’s the square knot—perfect for binding things together or confusing new sailors for hours. But beware: using the wrong knot can be the nautical equivalent of wearing flip-flops to a black-tie event. Don’t get tangled up—let us help you tie the line, not your brain!