On Sun, 31 Dec 2006 13:31:21 +0100, Heikki wrote:
Peter wrote:
Both variants are legal and it depends on the use case. Tail outside is
better, if you have to fix it e.g. around a pole.
But depends on traditions, which kind of bowline (tail inside/outside)
is the correct one
So, could someone explain what the differences are, in practical terms?
How to make a qualified decision which style to use?
-Heikki
When using a bowline to attach jib sheets to the sail, the "tail
inside" version is alleged to be less likely to hang up on the shrouds
as you tack.
There is also a slight possibility that if the "tail outside" version
gets stuck on something, the tail may be pulled back and upset the
knot.
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Peter Bennett, VE7CEI
peterbb4 (at) interchange.ubc.ca
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