Splicing older Sta Set X halyard

[Brion Toss]

Hi there,
First, it is amazing and alarming that the splice could pull out; properly done, it's impossible. Who spliced it? Next, as noted in other letters, X is respliceable, and I think moreso than double-braid. Consider using the bitter end, as it is usually less weathered than the working end. And wash the rope first, or at least the end, to soften it up. A mild laundry softener, some borax, and a dash of laundry softener will do. And be sure the splice is right!
Fair leads,
Brion Toss

[NickfromWI]

I would be in touch with whoever spliced it RIGHT AWAY.

Did you splice it? Did you get it pre-spliced? Did it have a whipping or lockstitch of any type? I know the core of that stuff can be un-ruly and might not obey a few stitches of twine, but it seems a proper whipping would do a lot to keep the core in.

How was the splice finished?

love
nick

[Tony Allport]

Hello,
No I didn't splice it. I bought the boat two years ago and the halyards came with it. I recently bought Brion's splicing video so I will take a stab at making a new splice. It is something that I would like to know. I will let you know how I do.

Regards,

Tony

PS The original splice did have a whipping on it.