For any seafarer splicing rope is an essential skill But the traditional 3-strand rope is fast disappearing So how do you splice braided rope? This is the definitive guide to this crucial skill Most of the techniques are quite easy to master
- & also fun to do See why splices are better
- & stronger
- than knots or shackles for joining or shortening rope & follow the step-by-step photographs & clear instructions to find out how to splice efficiently Learn how to make strong reliable splices in braided rope select ropes in the materials that best suit your on-board requirements customise your ropes to make your setup easier & safer optimise your deck layout & save weight on board taper your sheets for ease of handling splice an extra cover on your ropes to give better grip in clutches avoid chafe & make them last longer While a knot can reduce the strength of a rope by as much as 50 a well-spliced rope loses only 5-10 The techniques insights & suggestions within these pages will be invaluableto all boaters whether recreational or commercial