[C320-list] Dutchman Lines

[Jeff Hare]

Interesting idea!  I think the breaking strength of polyester braid that thin is under 160lbs but if you've not experienced a break, awesome!  I never even considered looking for an alternative that wasn't some kind of monofilament!  
I'll bet 7/64" Dyneema braid would be super strong (at least 8x that of the polyester), slippery, abrasion resistant and low stretch (which doesn't really matter because it's not connected to fixed things at both ends).  7/64" is the same diameter as the Jinkai leader I use.

-Jeff Hare

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From: C320-list [mailto:c320-list-bounces at lists.catalina320.com] On Behalf Of Jeffrey Kapec
Sent: Tuesday, June 9, 2015 3:35 PM
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Subject: [C320-list] Dutchman Lines


Hello Jeff:

I found the heavy monofiliment line to be very difficult to manage and that quality further eroded over time.  Very difficult to recoil and store when removing the main at end of season.  So I replaced my stock lines with .093 diameter braided polyester line from West Marine.  It fits into the stock clamps and blocks with out any modification required. This is my third season and there is no comparison.  Much better performance and storage in all aspects.  The only difference is that the Dutchman line are now somewhat visible.  Its not unpleasant aesthetic in that regard.

Jeff Kapec
Petite Suite  hull 718


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