[C320-list] Dutchman system

[Warren Updike]

I believe I was told by the Dutchman rep. at a boat show that the line is a 400lb. test mono-filiment.  You may be able to find this at a local store or sailmaker.

Before opening the block, place a piece of tape around the fixed part of the line at the block so in the event you pull out the fixed part, you will know where to set the block.  Leave plenty of extra line (1-2') to run into the pocket.  When you have the length correct, tie a simple knot in the line high in the pocket and stuff the excess line in the pocket.  The line takes a beating from the Sun and may part anywhere.  In the event it parts at the block, you will have sufficient excess in the pocket to rejoin it easily.

Warren & Pattie Updike
C320, #62, 1994, "Warr De Mar"
Frog Mortar Creek, Middle River
Chesapeake Bay