I am going to order the medium ronstan c-cleat. What rope or cord do y'all prefer? Keep in mind this will be for a combined one stick/mission platform. Anything better than sterling trc? Also what is the preferred attachment method for the rope?
What type stopper knot? Any particular reason for not drilling through and putting the stopper on the backside where it could be seen? Interference with the rope going into the cleat? I could see that being a potential issue.I've been using Beal kevlar 5.5mm from EWO for the past 3 years with a harken micro. I've had zero issues and no reason to look for anything any better.
I drill a hole in the side of the square tubing and tie a stopper knot that stays on the inside of the tubing. Makes for a very clean attachment to the stick. If you do this make sure to deburr and smooth the hole that you drill so that it doesn't wear through the rope over time.
Just a normal double overhand stopper knot.What type stopper knot? Any particular reason for not drilling through and putting the stopper on the backside where it could be seen? Interference with the rope going into the cleat? I could see that being a potential issue.
Just checked real quick and both a double overhand and the stevedore will work using trc but my post is 1.25" rather 1".Just a normal double overhand stopper knot.
You definitely could drill straight through and tie the stopper on the opposite side. I just like how clean it is with the knot on the inside. I will say that you will probably need to us smaller cord like the 5.5mm to have room for the knot to fit into the 1" square tubing.
It would be easier to do it like you described because you would not have to take the stick apart to thread the cord down into the tubing. But the extra effort is worth it to me.
And I bet it looks sharp! I second using the Beal 5.5 for sure!Just a normal double overhand stopper knot.
You definitely could drill straight through and tie the stopper on the opposite side. I just like how clean it is with the knot on the inside. I will say that you will probably need to us smaller cord like the 5.5mm to have room for the knot to fit into the 1" square tubing.
It would be easier to do it like you described because you would not have to take the stick apart to thread the cord down into the tubing. But the extra effort is worth it to me.
I drilled mine straight through several years ago, between the cam cleat bolts. I used an 8mm rope. I like to be able to see the knot and the ability to pull it through to check for wear. It's just good for peace of mind, but honestly I've not had any rope wear from the tube at all.What type stopper knot? Any particular reason for not drilling through and putting the stopper on the backside where it could be seen? Interference with the rope going into the cleat? I could see that being a potential issue.
I think I saw a post by you talking about putting the mission on a stick. I posted a few pics of my DIY job with an EDP. Like you I like a little more real estate. I just use 1/4" amsteel with a spliced loop, girth hitched around the stick just below a150 harken. I really didn't want to drill any holes in mine. Never had a problem with wear or slipping once tight. Good luck!I am going to order the medium ronstan c-cleat. What rope or cord do y'all prefer? Keep in mind this will be for a combined one stick/mission platform. Anything better than sterling trc? Also what is the preferred attachment method for the rope?
Did you do a full bury?I think I saw a post by you talking about putting the mission on a stick. I posted a few pics of my DIY job with an EDP. Like you I like a little more real estate. I just use 1/4" amsteel with a spliced loop, girth hitched around the stick just below a150 harken. I really didn't want to drill any holes in mine. Never had a problem with wear or slipping once tight. Good luck!
No like 9”.Did you do a full bury?
What type stopper knot? Any particular reason for not drilling through and putting the stopper on the backside where it could be seen? Interference with the rope going into the cleat? I could see that being a potential issue.
That's what I did, Sterling TRC scaffold-knotted underneath the cam cleat. I didn't want to risk an surprise bur damaging my line where I couldn't see it. Once I weighted it, the scaffold knot locked down and hasn't moved. I've also vet-wrapped the stick, which would prevent the line from sliding down if it wanted to.girth hitched around the stick just below a150 harken. I really didn't want to drill any holes in mine. Never had a problem with wear or slipping once tight. Good luck!