Rope Work
"Recently attended 3 courses run by Ivan Signorelli and can recommend them for clarity, accuracy and presentation. Started with a radio course and then followed up with radar and basic electrical and rope work. All worthwhile. Ivan is highly experienced and well prepared. "
Other Maintenance Courses
Rope Work
This course is about literally learning the ropes!
We will teach you about different types of ropes and their uses. We will look at how to whip the ends using different methods to avoid fraying. We also look at splicing 3-strand nylon so that you can start making your own mooring lines. We will also splice Dyneema and teaching how to make a soft shackle for you to take home
Specific Topics Covered:
Theory:
Types of ropes and their preferred uses
Rope strength and workloads
D/D ratios and impact on rope strength
Practical:
Whipping ends to avoid fraying, including backsplicing
Splicing eyes on nylon ropes, handy for mooring and anchoring lines
Splice Dyneema and Spectra
How to make soft shackles (you get to make one to take home)
Prerequisites:
None
Equipment:
All provided
Prices & Time Commitment
$250
($200 with Marine Electrics)
Half Day
About Us
Ocean Boardroom was founded by Ivan B. Signorelli, a RYA Ocean Yachtmaster Instructor with years of experience teaching and countless miles under his belt.
Ivan founded this training centre under the ethos of providing quality up-to-date training that goes beyond just ticking boxes.
We provide our students with over-and-above skills and information you can take back onboard and use right away.