Typically it is the race associations but other associations such as ABYC > set standards too. Oddly enough there is little to ensure that the updated > standards are continually met for the recreational cruiser. Periodic > insurance surveys or race inspections are about the only thing that would > alert an owner to a "non-compliance". > > Personally I try to be aware of the risks and make educated decisions. As > such I have installed dynema lifelines and have been very happy. In my > case I chose to up size the lines as large as possible and yielded a rated > strength that is 3 times that of the original wire. > > Thank you Josh
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