3 Strand Nylon

[KingoftheRing]

Will definitely get some false crotch/split tails and pulleys, too. Also looking at a Portawrap.

 

It really is confusing trying to figure these ropes out: 16 plait,, 32 plait, single braid, double braid, Portland braid

What does it all mean???

 

Just to confirm, the Teufelberger Sirius is a double braid and I could splice like this?

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Not meaning to sound like a dummy! Just got a lot to learn.

Edited June 1, 2012 by KingoftheRing

[Peter]

sirius is a double braid yes, portland braid is a trade name for a double braid.

 

Double braid is effectively two single braid ropes, one inside the other.

[KingoftheRing]

softbankhawks said a class 1 double braid splice, just wanted to check I understood correctly.

 

Thanks for the explanation

[Peter]

Class one is for db with an ordinary fibre inside and out, class 2 is for a core dependant splice on a rope with a high breaking strength core. The high strength fibres need an adapted splice to reduce strength loss.

[KingoftheRing]

Really appreciate all the help and explanations.

 

I'm learning a lot!

[Albedo]

I only quit using 3 strand hesian because people employing me as a freelance climber claimed it invalidated their insurance. If not for that I'd be on it now. Can't beat the feel of 3 strand in yer hand IMO:001_smile:

[will.morris]

First, I must say I've been out the game a while, so I'm slowly working my way through this site and browsing old arb suppliers and their websites trying to update my knowledge.

 

I won't be climbing on any 3 strand, but I did always love the versatility of the stuff, climbing (if needed), lowering, strops, tying down loads etc. I sat at home many a night making strops from the stuff.

I can't see any advertised (climbing or lowering) and wondered if it is still possible to buy the stuff???

 

Not sure if it's what you meant but climbing on a rope you've used for rigging is a big no no.

 

I had this pointed out to me a little while back when I asked if i HC could be used for light rigging.

[KingoftheRing]

Not sure if it's what you meant but climbing on a rope you've used for rigging is a big no no.

 

I had this pointed out to me a little while back when I asked if i HC could be used for light rigging.

 

No, not what I meant. I just meant that the rope is very versatile and can be used for anything (not the same piece of rope!!)

 

3 strand does feel good in the hand, I don't know why, but it does.

[softbankhawks]

Hello,

The video explains measurements in fid lengths. There are two good reasons to avoid using this method. 1. If you dont have a fid you cant do it. 2. If you do have a fid you will find the tighter covered climbing and hitch cords much more difficult than if you use a wire fid.

Rope splicing tools - Treeworker.co.uk

 

Brion Toss has a great formula for double braid class I which you can find in 'Working Rope-basic braided splices'. This book is a great resource.

Brion Toss Yacht Riggers, Sailboat Rigging::Books

[DrewB]

dunno, i still think 3 strand has its place in rigging. nice and expendable especially if your not using blocks and bollards. takes a load of abuse..