[Public-list] spinnaker halyard

[Gordon Laco]

I got into a discussion with a fellow about the weight of halyards and
blocks.... On an 18' dory!  I had to tell him that in some boats no
instrument could measure the harm a few ounces twenty odd feet aloft would
cause.  I think in boats like ours your ability to efficiently handle the
halyards out-weighs the stability and windage saved using lighter line.

My two cents worth (as usual)

Gord #426


> I agree... I use 3/8 however some of the other bigboat guys who race on
> alberg size & displacement boats argue that wit hthe new rope technology
> you should use smaller 5/16 size line and reduce weight aloft. Now knowing
> the size of my spreaders I don't know how anything else could affectweight
> aloft. And I like the larger size for pulling - grip.
> aslo definitely don't scrimp - spend the $ for the better line. it is
> worth it.


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