Splicing- How to choose the appropriate line & how to properly splice them
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Instructor:
John Calogero -
Level:
Beginning 101 Intermediate 201 -
Date:
Friday, October 11, 2024 -
Time:
12:30 - 3:45
This course will focus on the applications of each type of line and the most important splices to know.
We will cover:
– 3-strand rope which is great for dock and anchor lines
– Double braid line which is a go to for halyards and sheets
– Dyneema/Spectra, which can be used for soft shackles, continuous loops, low stretch halyards and even as a lightweight, emergency standing rigging repair/alternative
