Does anyone know of a good reference manual that deals with all aspects of lines on a boat from tying knots, to splicing lines, to lashing a boat? This novice would like to have such a book in his library for his use and to help teach his kids. A book with diagrams would be great to teach the kids.
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<br>At present, I would like to try and splice a section of line to my outhull. Where the line exits the boom has been frayed and now the line is too short. I tried a knot but of course that won't make it though the block (stupid idea). The only options I see are to splice a line to the shortened outhull line or replace the line which, I assume, means popping the end cap off of the boom. I have modified the hole from which the outhull line exits the boom so no further damage should occur (Thanks to Mark Meis). Now, I just need a longer line---any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!
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<br>Thanks in advance for the advice on a manual and on splicing (or replacing) the outhull line.
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<br>Bob Klein
<br>Inter 18
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<br>p.s If anyone knows of a place that has mast up storage near College Station, TX, please let me know.<br><br>

Try this site:
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<br>http://www.sailingproshop.com/cordage.htm<br><br>Mark Michaelsen
<br>www.sailingproshop.com
<br>(800) 354-7245

There's a book called "The Marlinspike Sailor" that I first got about 10 years ago, but I've gone back to it for reference at least a dozen times since the first reading. toward the back it gets a little deep into the decorative end of things, but always applying the same basic operations taught in the front of the book. very well illustrated, which is tough to find. ever try drawing rope effectively?<br><br>

Thanks guys;
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<br>Between Mark's website and the book, I should have all the information I need on cordage.
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<br>I'll try my hand at splicing this weekend.
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<br>Bob
<br>Inter 18 #273<br><br>