7/16" for reefing control lines on a 32 seems like an massive overkill. Not to mention getting hit in the face with them while hoisting the main is going to be awfully painful!
Cheers, Aaron R. Admiral Maggie 79 30-1 Annapolis, MD > On Oct 1, 2016, at 8:58 AM, Dave S via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> wrote: > > 'morning all - > > Rehabilitating mast and boom this winter. > > In the specs and on my boat, the reeflng lines are 7/16" dia and the outhaul > 3/8". > > Any reason NOT to use 3/8" for the reefing lines? Thinking smaller diameter > will run more freely - the boom-end sheaves are small. Not that much harder > on the hands, same rope clutch. > > Thanks! > > Dave Windstar, 33-2 > > > > > _______________________________________________ > > This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like > what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions > are greatly appreciated! _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you like what we do, please help us pay for our costs by donating. All Contributions are greatly appreciated!
