Splicing Modern Ropes by Jan-Willem Polman | KNO0162

With braided ropes overtaking three-strand ropes in popularity for all tasks onboard, this guide shows you how to splice braided line to create mooring warps, halyards and more.

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 and safer, optimise your deck layout and save weight on board, taper your sheets for ease of handling and splice an extra cover on your ropes to give better grip in clutches, avoid chafe and make them last longer.

Features

• Author: Jan-Willem Polman
• Format: Hardback
• Publisher: Adlard Coles
• ISBN:9781472923202
• Full colour