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January 11, 2022 3 min read
The Kingfisher Dinghy Splicing Kit is a great introduction to splicing for people of all ages. It includes all of the essential tools you will need to start splicing in a bag.
Splicing isn't just to make the rope look cleaner it makes the rope perform better so you get the best out of your boat. Splicing Dyneema helps it retain its breaking load and stay as a loop whereas a knot can come undone and won't give you that peace of mind.
This is more important than you might think. It can be used to mark out where you plan on splicing the line so you can make sure your end product will be the correct length.
A really handy bit of kit, this is used to temporarily hold the ends of your rope together whilst making your splices. Hot sealed ends need to be cut in order to make your splicing as easy as possible.
The needles are used for whipping and stitching which gives an extra support for the line. We highly recommend using this method. Sail Makers Needles are very strong and come in a pack of 5 with a range of different sizes. A fundamental part of finishing off that perfect splice.
Using whipping twine can be a fantastic way of adding extra strength and to support the splices keeping them in place. Twine can also be used to give additional support to a hot sealed rope end using a whipping method which will prevent the rope from fraying.
A personal favourite and a necessity when putting whips and stitches in your rope. Made to fit over your thumb with the solid ring on the palm which can then be used to place your needle end on, using your hand you then push the needle through large or stiff rope easily with no damage or injury to your hand.
The D16 Scissors are extremely sharp and are designed to cut dyneema fibres, far superior to normal everyday scissors. It is virtually impossible to cut through certain rope materials without these. When tapering rope down these are a vital bit of equipment.
There are different ways in which a fid can be used, the most common way is to push through the centre of the line pulling through the tail end of the rope. Another option that can be used as an alternative to using a splicing needle, is to use the fid to pull the tail end of the rope through the core of a hollow braid rope.
Splicing needles can be used to pull tail ends down the core of your ropes, I personally favour this method and find it much more effective. The D splicer needs allow you to insert the end of the rope, it then grips the rope as you smoothly slide it down the inside of your rope. Your kit comes with 2 different sizes recommended for rope diameters up to 4mm. Larger sizes are available separately.
If you have any questions about the Kingfisher Dinghy Splicing Kit then please do get in touch with our helpful team.
Great service and a great price. Order delivered in a timely manner.
Would definitely recommend and use again, the next time something on the boat inevitably breaks :)
I had a difficult repair, with a part of the sail that har ripped off. I used the tape to cover a large darn, taped it on both sides, and oversewed it for additional security. Easy to use, decent adhesion, probably no need to oversew.
This is exactly what I wanted. It’s super easy to charge, it’s convenient to store and carry but most importantly, it’s incredibly loud!!
A very reliable cleat Will not accidentally re-cleat.
It’s great- love it for my open water swimming.
Fits everything in.
Super fast delivery and friendly
Sticky back peels off easily and glue seems strong. Quite possibly this is the same product as supplied in the pre-cut kits for the ILCA mast bottom sections?
Makes a lot of sense to use sacrificial strips to slow down wear on the mast and gel coat.
Better value to buy several meters of this one and with care and a sharp blade you can cut desired lengths by wrapping around the mast and cutting neatly.
Replacement laser block arrived very quickly. Part was exactly the same as the original and I was back on the water without missing a weekend. Great service.
Very good quality cover, should protect my granddaughter’s boat for many seasons to come, thanks.
This looks more like a proper hold all.
Great, speedy service and quality product. Thank you
Well thought out kit bag with a large internal compartment and small mesh pockets inside and out. The wet compartment is really useful. Appears to be well made and the strap is comfy over the shoulder. Easily packed in my winter gear plus a few spare tops etc but if you like to carry multiple winter wetsuits or have lots of spares you may want to go for a larger 90l bag.
Great for work at sea and lesuire
Very pleased to find that all the parts were available straight away through Sailing Chandlery. Alldispatched very quickly & efficiently. Thank you.
Good product and excellent guidance from knowledgeable staff
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