In article , J.
Allan proclaimed...

there is ample opportunity, in the non-competitive world,
to arrange and regulate your physical involvement to
accomodate any pain, discomfort or disability you may
experience.

Thank you, I've understood that they can work with people who can't
climb the rigging (which I can, my grip is okay) so it would appear
that there are enough other things to do without needing to do much
hauling on ropes.

Ronstan also make sailing gloves with 'sticky'
palms which helps gripping ropes: can't say I've
noticed the difference myself, but it may help a bit.

Interesting. I'll look into this, was planning on getting gloves
anyway.

Cheers,
Arwen

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"Bother" said Pooh. "We... have no use for adventures. Nasty
disturbing uncomfortable things! Make you late for dinner!"