[Public-List] Life lines

[Gordon Laco via Public-List]

I put 3/16" 1x19 wire on SURPRISE when I replaced her lifelines.  They're
strong, comfortable to lean on, and are of course very strong.

I've seen people use 7x19 but I'd not recommend that.  The finer strands in
7x19 will grab arm hairs and will not be nearly so durable.

Cheers - 

Gord #426 Surprise


On 08/07/14 4:27 PM, "Bill Newman via Public-List"
<public-list at lists.alberg30.org> wrote:

> Hello Everyone,
> 
> I am looking at replacing the lifelines on  No. 233, plastic covered and at
> least 25 years old.  They seem to be sound excepting a couple of cracks in the
> plastic and having only been in fresh water.  I have been doing a little
> internet research and the current fashion seems to be stainless wire without
> the plastic covering, now required in some races such as the Lake Ontario 300
> mile race and also there is a new type of rope which is non stretch, UV
> resistant and apparently very strong. The wire on boats I have seen is fairly
> skinny and looks like it would be very uncomfortable to handle.  Any opinions
> on the subject will be appreciated.
> 
> Regards,
> 
> Bill Newman
> Marion Rose III, No. 233
> 
> 
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