Splicing Backstays: Behind-the-Scenes on a Race Boat

Splicing backstays today and figured I’d film the whole process 👇

If you’ve ever wondered how this stuff actually works behind the scenes on a race boat – or you’re a sailor who’s been quoted a stupid amount of money for a rigger to do it – this one’s for you.

Part 1 is the setup. Parts 2 and 3 are coming next 👀

Kit:

Lines: @marlowropes and @newenglandropes

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