Dyneema seems to be the way to go and the chandler assured me that 5mm diameter would be ample. So I went ahead and managed to obtain some end of reel cuts - slightly assorted size lengths but the same colour - they were bundled and on the 'off-cuts' table - discount price.
Of course, none of the lengths were the 'right' length and so some fiddling around was required.
On the other hand, when tightened up by lashings there was a rather satisfying twang to the shrouds - barely any give or slack at all and so I am assuming the slight sag in the fore-stay will now disappear.
It's a BIG assumption. But next trip we will find out.
Of course, none of the lengths were the 'right' length and so some fiddling around was required.
On the other hand, when tightened up by lashings there was a rather satisfying twang to the shrouds - barely any give or slack at all and so I am assuming the slight sag in the fore-stay will now disappear.
It's a BIG assumption. But next trip we will find out.
New shroud telltales as well
Not pretty but I think they will work
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