This full colour, clearly illustrated book covers cover the top 10 knots everyone should know, plus coiling and throwing a rope, and whipping (stopping the end unravelling). It is part of of Fernhurst's highly popular Companion series.

All Companion books feature essential information - colour coded for instant access. Designed to withstand the rigours of on-board use they are splash proof, ringbound and printed on durable laminated card.

• Everyone needs knots: sailors, fishermen, girl guides, etc.
• Features the 10 knots everyone should know.
• Colour sequences of drawings show how to tie the knot, step-by-step.
• The use, good and bad points of each knot is highlighted.
• Splash proof ring bound format.

"This slimline, ring-bound, waterproof book very clearly illustrates the most-used knots, in full colour." (Sailing For South Africa, March 2007)

"There are lots of knot books around, but the fact you can hang this on a hook and it’s splash-proof makes it great to have on board." (Boat Mart, August 2007)

Tim Davison is a highly experienced sailor, who spends much of his time racing dinghies and cruising the Mediterranean. Steve Judkins is a member of the International Guild of Knot Tyers. He is a professional sailing instructor and was formerly in the Royal Navy, serving on HMY Britannia.