Lines on traveler 29.5 (94)

[J Stage]

Forgot to take the lines off the traveler before covering the boat. Need to replace. Anyone know make of that short traveler? or dimensions on the lines. length and diameter? Mine are wearing and I want to replace before spring. Guess I'll have to learn how to spice a loop in braided line. Joan

 

[Bill O'Donovan]

3 feet each at 3/8 inch

...Those are the lines to pull the traveler back and forth. Not sure where the braided loop comes in, but West Marine will do it for you for a slight extra cost.

 

[J Stage]

Fixed end is a loop

Thanks

 

[Andy]

No loop required

IMHO, the loop is not really needed and more a hinderence than benefit. Just put the loop throught the loop strap and tie a figure 8 knot.The loop limits the amount you can move the traveler.

 

[Steve Dion]

To knot or not?

Andy:Sometimes a knot is NOT a good solution. Here are some figures from New England Rope on the amount or retained strength when tying a knot in a line.This is just general information. I am not agreeing or disagreeing with your post. Type of knot, bend or hitch Percentage of retained strength Bowline 67-75 Anchor Bend  Over 5/8" dia. ring 55-65  Over 4" dia. post 80-90 Two half hitches  Over 5/8" dia. ring 60-70  Over 4" dia. post 65-75 Square Knot 43-57 Sheet Bend 48-58 Fisherman's Knot 50-58 Carrick Bend 55-60