Scott F
Well-Known Member
Does anyone using a lead rope vs a webbing/strap lead use an eye splice?
I have always used a figure 8 knot backed with an overhand knot with my lead, but I know that many arborist sites splice their ropes to create a permanent loop. I am thinking that this will (or should) be plenty strong enough in this application and have the added benefit of being slightly easier to pack up and transport because I could theoretically use a smaller pouch because I would not have to contend with a 'bulky' 11mm rope with figure 8 knots on both ends.
*[caveat] - I know that this not a necessity; it is similar in my mind to 'light' vs 'ultra light backpacking where some folks go to extremes. :shock:
In truth, I may be just looking for an excuse to try my hand at splicing kernmantle rope...
Thoughts?
I have always used a figure 8 knot backed with an overhand knot with my lead, but I know that many arborist sites splice their ropes to create a permanent loop. I am thinking that this will (or should) be plenty strong enough in this application and have the added benefit of being slightly easier to pack up and transport because I could theoretically use a smaller pouch because I would not have to contend with a 'bulky' 11mm rope with figure 8 knots on both ends.
*[caveat] - I know that this not a necessity; it is similar in my mind to 'light' vs 'ultra light backpacking where some folks go to extremes. :shock:
In truth, I may be just looking for an excuse to try my hand at splicing kernmantle rope...
Thoughts?