| Fig. 16. Fig. 17. Fig. 18. |
Fig. 19.
The most secure way of fastening a hawser to a mooring ring or dolphin is by means of the Fisherman’s Bend (Fig. 19). This is also one of the best ways of bending a hemp cable on to an anchor ring. When used for this last purpose it is well to seize the ends as shown in the diagram.
New rope, especially manilla rope, is very apt to twist itself up into loops or kinks. This tendency to kink can be prevented by stretching the rope well before using it.
CHAPTER III.
THE THEORY OF SAILING.
Leeway and lateral resistance—Heeling—Balancing sails—Tacking—Action of rudder—Longitudinal resistance—Deep keel or centre-board.