One for the splicing nerds, by Luke Parker
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Your correspondent has considered himself a “functional” rope splicer for some time. My splices look crappy but hold ok. The issue is the bumpy splices cause unwanted snagging at the most inopportune moments.
So, with this background, I was completely humbled this week on the deck by a jaw dropping display of quality splicing from both Steve London and Tim Heath. Smooth, tapered, tidy and quick. Seriously great splices that don’t snag.
What’s more, Steve and Tim were extremely generous with quality advice and assistance.
Craig Shears is also very skilled in the dark art of splicing.
This week’s tip is if you’re about to embark on some splicing, grab one of the above and prepare to be schooled. It will be both informative and productive.