Why look for a
splice in both ends?
A more flexible approach is to find a suitable object to hitch
the line to with a few turns and an Anchor bend noose.
--a 6-8" dia section of log? (The log would be then tied on each
end back to ...
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with the diameters we're talking (3/4--1"), we could stand to lose even 30% of the strength
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And what to you do for an encore--i.e., to what is this monster rope to be attached,
and how?
There are some rules re making highlines that will need adjustment for use of
such INelastic material (as I think such rules usually apply to nylon low-elongation
ropes used in SAR; I've seen this caution voiced for use of Sterling's "HTP" all
polyester rope, e.g..
--dl*
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