[quote=Wolfman]If you want to avoid the creep issue (stretching over time) you can use a vectran line which is lower creep than steel. Again I would seriously consider coating the points of contact with the mast as abrasion is a huge issue with these lines. Even with a UV resistant line they still break down over time. On a Capricorn, which is a recent high tech boat it probably makes some sense. On a 1978 Nacra 5.2, it is pretty marginal except for the coolness factor.
And that does mean something to some people, my sheets and halyards are worth more than the whole boat. :)
D.<!-- editby --><em>Edited by Wolfman on May 17, 2011 - 03:10 PM.</em><!-- end editby --> [/quote]
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