RE: Size of halyards/P-19
Eric Johnson (eric@theftnet.net)
Wed, 21 Oct 1998 09:06:18 -0700
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West Wight Potter Website at URL
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> I'm planning on running my halyards back to the cockpit over the
> winter, and so need to replace the ones I currently have (due to
> length and lack of color!).
>
> What size is best for a P-19 halyard?
I think I have a 1/4" jib halyard and a 5/16" main. If I were to replace
them (getting to be about that time) I'd personally go with a 1/4"
low-stretch (Stayset X or equivalent). It would still be overkill in the
strength department, but anything smaller is hard to hold.