The taper should have half the strands removed in intervals. I go 2 strands at a time, about a half inch apart. It creates a much gentler transition that way.
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The taper should have half the strands removed in intervals. I go 2 strands at a time, about a half inch apart. It creates a much gentler transition that way.
I agree with the above.. Looks good but it's a good idea to taper your buries. The abrupt transition that comes from untapered buries can weaken the rope.
As to the 10" buries coming out short,...
If you can make yourself a "fid" or "splicing tool" out of super thin steel wire folded in half it's much easier. Mine is about a foot long. For the buries, you actually need to insert the wire into...
Whoa too much math! :scared:
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