Common Splices Associated with Yachts
How to Tie an Eye Splice with 3 Strand Rope Tutorial
In this detailed video tutorial, we show you easy step by step instructions for tying an Eye Splice with three strand rope.
The eye splice creates a fixed loop at the end of the line and is stronger than a knot tied to the end. Most yachts today buy dock lines and anchor lines with an eye already spliced into it, but it’s always a good idea to improve your boating knowledge and be prepared for any situation out at sea.
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How to Tie a Back Splice / Crown Splice
The Back Splice provides a secure method of preventing the end of a rope from fraying. The back splice starts with a Crown Knot to redirect the strands back towards the standing end. The splice is completed by braiding the ends back into the standing strands. About three complete “tucks” are sufficient as no load is applied to a back splice.
Tying Instructions:
1. Form a Crown Knot by passing each strand over its neighbor and then tighten the knot.
2. Weave each strand into the rope by passing it over and under alternate strands in the standing end.
3. Complete a second and a third set of tucks to complete the back splice.
4. Use a hot knife to burn off the loose ends.
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How to Tie a Short Splice with 3 Strand Rope Tutorial
In this detailed video tutorial, we show you easy step by step instructions for splicing two pieces of 3 stranded rope together using a short splice. A short splice is used to permanently join two lines together when the join is not required to move through a block. It can be used in place of a knot to join two ropes or the ends of the same rope together.
You will commonly use a short splice in a line that has been cut or frayed or an unsafe portion needs to be cut out.
Please note that If two ropes are being joined with a short splice, they should be the same type of rope and have the same diameter.
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