Is a Splice Stronger than a Knot?

A splice, if done properly, should be as strong if not stronger than the original rope. 

Why? A Splice is typically much stronger than a knot because it is intended to be permanent! So, it’s important to keep in mind that if a splice is forcibly removed, it could leave your rope a little distorted.

Splices can be used to form a stopper, a loop or an eye in a rope, or it can be used to join two pieces of rope together. The most common types of splices are used on 3 strand rope, but it’s possible to splice rope on 12 or greater strands of braided rope! A spliced 3-strand rope involves intertwining the three strands to create a splice, while a braided splice is made by pulling the rope into it’s jacket!

• Tapering is a technique often used to make a thicker splice blend or feather into the rest of the rope.
• A fid is a tool used to feed the end of a strand through each loop. You will want to use a fid when working with a tightly wound or large rope. 

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