On Mon, 19 Jun 2006 01:05:26 GMT, Lew Hodgett
wrote:

Just one more reason to have external halyards.

There are pros and cons but on balance I much prefer internal:

- Fewer snarls, especially at night

- Less windage and clutter

- Less clanking and banging

I've had good luck re-leading internal halyards with an electrical
snake but the old lead sinker on twine trick should be tried first.
Patientce is your friend.

If at first you don't succeed...

You know the rest.