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.

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

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.


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.


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.

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.


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.
Our vision and values

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.

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.

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.