KLC Lewis wrote:
"Gordon" wrote in message
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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

Doug Fir is prone to rot and termites. Granted that termites would be a
relatively insignificant problem, teak is still superior. Brian Toss gives a
good outline of ratlines in his "Rigger's Apprentice," if memory serves.



This is from Brians book but he doesn't specify any particular wood.
I spose IPE or some such would work. I do have some teak I could
laminate to make thick enough. I'm thinking 2x2 while the teak I have is
1x4.
G