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Dyneema loop
KNOT SCORE
Dyneema loops have many uses on modern and traditional yachts alike. Strength
Not only are they stronger than their bronze or stainless steel counterparts, Security
but they are also softer and lighter, which means they’re less likely to Diffi culty Tying
Diffi culty Untying
damage the surrounding areas. Use them to attach blocks, secure reefi ng
Usefulness
cringles or simply to hoist an outboard on deck.

1 Cut enough line for the 2 Seize the cover to prevent it 3 Use a hollow fid to open the
circumference of the loop, allowing slipping, and remove it from the standing part of one side, and pass
about 200mm (8in) at either end for working ends using a sharp knife. the other working end through it.
the splice.

7 Use a splicing needle or wand to 8 Slide the end into the core, until it 9 Taper the other working end in a
feed the tapered end into the core. disappears. similar way.

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