Courses

Splicing- How to choose the appropriate line & how to properly splice them

  • 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