This is a case where black nylon line might be preferable, if you really want the knots to stay in the same place on the life lines. Works especially good if you soak it in water first. Nylon's otherwise annoying tendency to weld itself into un-pickable knots could be an advantage in this situation.
Steve Thomas ---- Rick Brass via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: Best lifeline netting I’ve seen was on a boat in the marina I manage. Made from the material used for backstop netting in baseball diamonds, by a company whose primary business was sports backstops. Order a kit by size needed, and IIRC cost a bit over $100 to do a Morgan OI41. Black in color so one does not see it. UV resistant for very long life. Something like a 3” square pattern of fabric reinforced by a nylon thread. Came with rings to attach to the lifelines and toe rails. Can’t recall the name of the manufacturer, but have it in a file on the boat somewhere. For the time being, I use the technique Dennis suggested: Dacron luff cord woven in a diamond pattern in the lifelines. Rick Brass Washington, NC _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
