{"product_id":"9781399417266","title":"Splicing Modern Ropes 2nd edition: A Practical Handbook","description":"Author: Polman, Jan-Willem\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9781399417266\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Bloomsbury\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 Jul 2025\u003cbr\u003ePages: 192 Format: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe definitive guide to making strong, reliable splices in braided rope, using step-by-step photographs and clear instructions to help readers master this important but tricky skill.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor any seafarer, splicing rope is an essential skill. But the traditional 3-strand rope is fast disappearing. So how do you splice \u003ci\u003ebraided\u003c\/i\u003e rope?\u003cbr\u003eThis is the ultimate guide to this crucial knowledge. Most of the techniques are easy to master     and also fun to do. See why splices are better     and stronger     than knots or shackles for joining or shortening rope, and follow the photographs and steps to find out how to splice efficiently.\u003cbr\u003eIn this fully updated second edition, you will learn how to-\u003cbr\u003ee  Select ropes in the materials that best suit your on-board requirements\u003cbr\u003ee  Customise your ropes to make your setup easier and safer\u003cbr\u003ee  Optimise your deck layout and save weight on board\u003cbr\u003ee  Taper your sheets for ease of handling\u003cbr\u003ee  Splice an extra cover on your ropes to give better grip in clutches, avoid chafe and make them last longer\u003cbr\u003eWhile a knot can reduce the strength of a rope by as much as 50%, a well-spliced rope loses only 5   10%. The techniques, insights and suggestions within these pages will be invaluable to all boaters, whether recreational or commercial. This refreshed new edition has been updated to take in to account developments in fibre technology and includes new splicing techniques and updated photography.","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46655876563102,"sku":"UBD-9781399417266","price":49.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9781399417266.jpg?v=1774836148","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9781399417266","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}