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Six Knots: Chesapeake calm. Everywhere you wander.

We started Six Knots to fill a gap we saw firsthand—gear that looks good, performs well, and matches the rhythm of life on the water. Inspired by the six-knot speed of Chesapeake Bay’s no wake zones, our apparel is made for slowing down, soaking it in, and staying ready when the water calls.

Six Knots owners smiling next to the Chesapeake Bay while wearing the latest Performance Apparel, representing the brand's coastal lifestyle and premium boating and fishing gear.
THE SIX KNOTS STORY

Charting our course

Every great adventure has a starting point. Explore the major moments that shaped Six Knots into the brand it is today.

Original Six Knots logo displayed prominently over a scenic marina backdrop at sunset, highlighting the brand’s connection to boating, coastal lifestyle, and waterfront adventures.

June 13, 2022

📍 Six Knots is born

It started with a shared vision between two friends: to create better apparel for life on the water. That spark turned into Six Knots.

August 21, 2022

📸 First photo shoot sets the vibe

Shot at Baltimore Yacht Club in Essex, Maryland, our first shoot captured the lifestyle we love—sun-soaked, relaxed, and full of good company.

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A group of men and women smiling on the bow of a powerboat holding up a Six Knots Tuna Troller flag featuring multiple logos and a tuna fish graphic inside an orange box. Showcasing boating lifestyle, coastal apparel branding, and offshore fishing culture.
Screenshots of the original Six Knots website showcasing homepage and product pages on sixknots.co

December 11, 2022

🌐 Website goes live

We officially launched sixknots.co, making our vision shoppable and sharing our brand with the boating and fishing community online.

December 12, 2022

🎉 Our first sale!

Just one day after launching, our first order came through: a yellow Perfect Day T-shirt and a Sticker Pack. The adventure had officially begun.

Group of women on a powerboat in the Chesapeake Bay, wearing Six Knots Classic T-Shirts and raising canned drinks, celebrating boating and coastal lifestyle.
Two men and two women standing together in the Six Knots booth at the Bay Bridge Boat Show, showcasing boating and fishing apparel and representing the brand.

April 14, 2023

⚓ Anchored at our first event

We made our in-person debut at the Bay Bridge Boat Show in Grasonville, Maryland—meeting customers face-to-face and flying the Six Knots flag.

September 14, 2023

🛻 Took the show on the road

We headed north for our first out-of-state show at the Newport International Boat Show in Rhode Island—reaching new waters and new fans.

Man standing in the Six Knots booth at the Newport International Boat Show, arms outstretched proudly displaying the latest coastal apparel and performance gear.
Man standing in the Six Knots event booth giving a thumbs up, wearing the Navy True North Performance Hoodie and showcasing the latest apparel collection.

October 12, 2024

🔥 1,000 orders strong

At the Annapolis Sailboat Show, we celebrated our 1,000th sale with two fan favorites: the Swords & Sails Performance Hoodie and Storm Front Quarter Zip.

May 23, 2025

🛍️ Now in stores

Six Knots hit retail shelves for the first time at Green Heron in Rock Hall, Maryland, marking a major step in our journey from online to retail.

Interior of The Green Hero retail store in Rock Hall, Maryland, featuring a display of Six Knots coastal apparel, including performance gear and lifestyle clothing for boaters and anglers.
Screenshots of the redesigned Six Knots website showcasing new performance apparel product pages and collection layouts on sixknots.co

July 7, 2025

🛥️ A fresh look online

We launched a new and improved website to better reflect who we are—and where we're going. Sleeker, faster, and ready for what's next.

Six Knots logo avatar in navy blue featuring a buoy icon — emblem of a coastal lifestyle brand that creates apparel and gear for boaters, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts

Our vision and values

Our vision is to inspire a slower, more intentional way of life by creating comfortable, high-quality apparel that reflects the balance and connection people cherish while spending time on the water.
Man sitting on a powerboat wearing sunglasses and a black Six Knots Deep Water Men's Performance Crew. This lightweight, moisture-wicking fishing shirt features a dynamic water-inspired pattern and provides UPF sun protection. Designed for saltwater boating, coastal fishing, and active days on the water, it delivers breathable comfort and all-day performance under the sun.

Balance

At Six Knots, we embrace the rhythm of the no wake zone—slowing down, soaking it in, and savoring the space between the hustle. Whether you’re casting a line, tying up with friends, or chasing nothing at all, we believe the water offers a better pace and our brand is made to reflect it. We find harmony between movement and stillness, between land and sea, between performance and ease.

Erik and John from Six Knots smiling in a selfie with two women from another apparel brand at a boating and fishing trade show event

Connection

We’re here for the conversations on the dock, the nods between passing boats, and the shared moments that make life on the water feel like home. We’re inspired by the people we meet, the stories they tell, and the places that bring us together. We also believe in giving back by partnering with local charities and conservation foundations to support the waterways and communities that shape our lifestyle.

Man wearing a Six Knots Trophy Season snapback and performance hoodie, showcasing stylish boating and fishing apparel with a confident smile

Comfort

You deserve apparel that feels as good as it looks and fits wherever life takes you. Our premium fabric blends offer breathable, flexible comfort that carries you through the day, whether you’re on the water, at the office, or out for dinner. Six Knots combines thoughtful design and durable materials to create pieces that transition effortlessly from laid-back to refined, without ever compromising on comfort.