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Reeds splicing handbook

This is a handy and condensed version of ‘Splicing modern ropes’. Author: Jan-Willem Polman. This book contains the most commonly used rope splices. Part of the Reeds book series. Step-by-step photography and detailed rope splicing instructions. ISBN: 9781472952776 – Paperback- … Continue reading

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Promo video splicebook

A promo film was produced by Premiumropes for “Splicing Modern Ropes”. Get a quick tour of the book now!

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YouTube video’s on rope splicing

The splicebook gives great detail and background on ropes splicing techniques, but sometimes it helps if someone just shows it to you. The rope splicing instruction video’s by Premium Ropes can be used for that purpose. They are complimentary to … Continue reading

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“For anyone planning a long passage this book is a must for your library”

Captain Bob Solliday wrote a great book review on behalf of the American Sailing Association. Some quotes on ‘Splicing Modern Ropes’: “All of these rope characteristics are covered and explained clearly with multiple color pictures and charts.” “So whatever your … Continue reading

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Arborists review of Splicing Modern Ropes

Although the book was written for sailors and boat owners, arborists often face similar situations when it comes to ropesplicing. Matthew J. Norman published an arborists review of Splicing Modern Ropes on YouTube. Thank you Matthew!

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Want a preview of the book?

Scroll through the pages of the Handbook Splicing Modern ropes in this Issuu presentation made by Bloomsbury publisher.

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Love splicing ropes!

Splicing ropes with a core of superfibre, like Dyneema® is quite easy and rewarding. This picture shows a twintail made for a catamaran made of 100% Dyneema® attached to a swiftcord cover with Cordura fibres for grip. In the Handbook … Continue reading

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Splicing instructions in your pocket

The ropesplicing app is a great addition to the book. Where the book explains more about the materials and techniques, the app shows in more than 1000 photos all instructions in more detail. Once downloaded it is available off-line on … Continue reading

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