I had a chance over the holidays to test my new mainsheet, which is Regatta Braid, a single braid line. It replaces the usual double braid, with its tough cover, durability and stiffness.
The idea was a line that is more supple, doesn't kink easily, and is particularly pleasant in the hand. I like very much the Regatta braid on my roller furler control line, which has stood up well to many miles. But how would it serve at 7/16ths, running through all the blocks of mid-boom sheeting and getting stuffed into a line bag?
First report: excellent. And the eye splice was remarkably easy to make.
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The idea was a line that is more supple, doesn't kink easily, and is particularly pleasant in the hand. I like very much the Regatta braid on my roller furler control line, which has stood up well to many miles. But how would it serve at 7/16ths, running through all the blocks of mid-boom sheeting and getting stuffed into a line bag?
First report: excellent. And the eye splice was remarkably easy to make.
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