Rodney Myrvaagnes wrote in message . ..
On Fri, 10 Oct 2003 14:46:21 -0700, "Steve" wrote:


I don't like the LifeSling and have heard that people who are just
practicing with it (West Marine sponsored class) have a lot of trouble
making the system work.. There has to be a different way.. I only have one
because a 'gung-hoe' surveyor put in down on the recommended equipment list
which my insurance force me to get. (Waste of money for a singlehander)

We have used it in a real MOB situation (me). Worked exactly as it was
supposed to. I weigh 200 lbs, my wife 110.

Nothing is foolproof in all situations, but the Lifesling is a
well-designed piece of gear for a cruising couple, IMHO.

But, for a singlehander????
Rodney Myrvaagnes Opionated old geezer

Faith-based economics: It's deja voodoo all over again

The problem of getting th MOB over the lifelines is most of the reason
why I now favor installing the opening block up on he backstay (see my
first post).