Rope work: learning how to make a loop Splicing a textile connector: learning how to make a loop To begin, the loop is a multi-purpose textile connector that you absolutely have to know about! Indeed, reliable and multi-functional, the loop is often fitted with a cow hitch knot around a chainplate, it can also be…

How do you make a textile shackle? The textile shackle is the star of modern splicing. Effectively ,as it is very light and robust, it has overtaken its stainless steel cousin for fixing blocks, sheets, halyards, etc.  However, numerous versions are available on the market today. In short, we provide a tried and approved classic…

Lashing : tutorial With a lashing, you can do anything: replace block shackles, Jackline turnbuckles or even standing rigging ones. This practical tutorial with videos, teaches you the basics of lashing and provides several methods to accomplish them, with plenty of tips to help you ! Lashing : The basics A lashing with a Dyneema®…

Making a constrictor termination How can you make a constrictor termination? Whipping is not the only solution for ending a rope. Simple and faster to accomplish, the “constrictor termination” is also very solid. Its other advantage is that it does not get stuck in clutches, cleats or blocks. It is also very aesthetic!Julien explains smoothly…

The emergency textile shackle without splice In the “Panic on board” series, here is the very last episode: “get yourself out of the mess”! Thanks to this 100% practical tutorial, today you will learn how to make an emergency textile shackle with any rope and without needing to splice! One single condition: knowing how to…