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Default Ratlines (rat linz)

On Jan 25, 10:23 am, Gordon wrote:
Thinking of putting ratlines on my lower shrouds. Whats a good wood?
Thinking maybe Doug fir.
The first step will be a sheer pole. Up 16 inches will be a
prestretched dacron rope rung. Another rope rung 16 inches up from that.
Then a wood step, the 2 more ropes etc.
Any thoughts?
Gordon


worm and parcel with the lay, turn and serve the other way. works with
rat lines. putting a bunch of fire wood in the rigging just seems a
waste.