Learn how to tie a knot, but not just any old knot... a tack knot. You'll never have any troubles again tying tack knots, thanks to this Marinews animated tutorial. You can learn by simply watching the knot tying animation at a moderate speed, or if need be, click on "learn by steps" to get step-by-step rope knot instructions for tack knots.
The Tack knot is often used as a decorative stopper knot. It is also often used at the end of ropes on either side of a gangway or to stop a lanyard from slipping. Before tying the knot it is important to apply a whipping where the strands begin, ideally leaving at least 20 times the diameter of the rope in length for the strands. The Tack knot combines both a Wall knot and a Crown knot. The Tack knot is often confused with a Turks Head as both knots have a basket weave pattern.
There are basic rules that apply to the tying of all knots in nylon monofilament, copolymer and cofilament lines. These rules apply in differing degrees to most of the knots, splices and hitches formed in multi-strand materials, such as Dacron, Micron, braided nylon and wire or cable leaders.
RULE 1: Be thoroughly familiar with all the knots you tie and continually practice the tying of those knots.
RULE 2: Always lubricate knots before tightening them, either with saliva, water or another similar lubricant. Knots tied in nylon monofilament, copolymer and cofilament lines are highly susceptible to heat friction.
RULE 3: When tightening the knot, do so gently but firmly. Do not draw the knot quickly as this can generate heat damaging the line. Give a few test pulls on the newly tied knot.
RULE 4: If you are not happy with a knot, always re-tie it until you are satisfied. Remember that a knot is effectively the weakest link between you and the fish.
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