"Dave" wrote in message
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On Sat, 11 Jun 2005 22:34:57 -0400, Jeff said:

I would, however, disagree about the bowline being more secure. It a
bit vulnerable to coming apart if severely flogged, especially if not
well finished.

Yes. I've had that happen several times when used on the jib sheets.

I've never had a bowline come apart if I've finished it properly. The secret
is to have a small loop and a longish bitter end. The only time I had one
even come close to coming undone on its own was when a jib was flogging in
light air.

It's also easy to tie one-handed bowlines, which is a huge advantage if
you're in the water and need to secure yourself to the boat in a hurry. It
doesn't tighten and won't come loose.

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