I know, I just did some practice splices on old rope and it is a real
bitch. However, soaking the rope makes it just possible.

I'll buy new blocks when I replace my sheets and make sure that an
eyesplice can just be forced through. Then I'll put the splices in
right at the beginning. They'll help keep a sheet from running out of
the block but still make it possible to get it out if necessary.

--

Roger Long



"Jeff" wrote

You won't be able to splice it after a few years' use. I've never
been able to splice used braid.