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  4. ORC-Specification Single Safety Tether

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  5. Urgent safety advisory issued after fatal tether failure in race

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  6. The Importance of Using a Sailing Safety Tether

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  1. Safety Harnesses Tethers and Jacklines

    World Sailing includes the following warning in Section 5.02 of their 2016-2017 Offshore Special Regulations for sailboat racing: ... You can use the long tether when you're moving about the boat and hooked onto a jackline. Clip on with the shorter tether if you're working on the bow or other stationary location. I stuff the unused tether ...

  2. Kong Double Line ORC Tether

    Double arms elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing. Meeting all ISAF (International Sailing Federation) requirements for strength, design and features for sailboat racing, these safety tethers incorporate two lightweight aluminum double-action safety hooks, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved ...

  3. ORC Spec Double Safety Tether

    This tether meets all ORC requirements for strength, design, and features, making it a reliable choice for competitive sailboat racing. Kong ISO 12401 compliant tethers are available at West Marine as a special order. Stay safe and agile on the water with our Elastic Double Tether, engineered for the demanding conditions of sailboat racing.

  4. Sailing Harnesses & Marine Safety Tethers

    With the right sailing safety harness and tether, you can: Focus on sailing tasks without worrying about falling overboard. Comply with safety regulations for racing and long-distance voyages. When shopping for a sailing harness or boat tether, consider factors such as: Your sailing style (casual, racing, offshore). The size and type of your boat.

  5. Safety harnesses, tethers and jack lines

    West Marine Double Safety Tether This elastic double tether features a 3-foot leg that extends from 18 inches to 36 inches, plus a 6-foot leg that extends from 41 inches to 72 inches. This tether meets all World Sailing Offshore Special Regulations (OSR) Section 5.02 requirements for strength, design and features for sailboat racing.

  6. Sailing Safety Tethers: Tested and Reviewed

    The primary purpose of the safety harness tether, the vital link between you and the boat, is to keep the wearer aboard, not dragging alongside or hydroplaning astern. Practical Sailor tested 15 tethers in offshore conditions, during both day and night sailing. The tethers came in different lengths, configurations, and utilized different hardware.

  7. Kong Double Elastic Safety Line Tether

    Kong Double Elastic Safety Line Tether - 283SETE01KK Double arms elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing.These safety tethers incorporate two lightweight aluminum double-action safety hooks, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising.

  8. 2024 Kong Elastic Tether Single Review

    With a load capacity of 900lb, the Kong Elastic Tether Single is designed to withstand the forces of sailboat racing. You can rely on this safety tether to keep you secure even in challenging conditions, giving you peace of mind while out on the water. Country of Origin. The Kong Elastic Tether Single is proudly made in Italy, known for its ...

  9. Kong Double Evo Elastic Safety Line Tether 233SETE01KK

    Kong Double Evo Elastic Safety Line Tether - 233SETE01KK Double arms elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing.Aluminum double-action safety hook, built-in stress indicator and stainless steel connectors with express sleeve for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising.The boat-end aluminum safety hook ...

  10. Elastic Safety Tether Single Arm

    Single arm elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing. The elastic arm extends from 104cm (41") to 183cm (72"). These safety tethers incorporate a lightweight aluminum double-action safety hook, built-in stress indicator and welded O ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising.

  11. Practical Sailor Tests Lightweight Tether Aimed at Racing Sailors

    The story of Harvey Shalsky, a sailor in the 1999 Double-handed Farallones Race, is familiar to most racers. Shalsky, racing with longtime partner Mark Van Selst, drowned while tethered to his J/29 White Lightning. Van Selst was unable to slow the boat or haul his partner in, and eventually cut loose Shalsky (who was by then unconscious) so ...

  12. PDF Tethers and Harnesses

    importance of immediately slowing/stopping the boat (crash stop) when a tethered crew member goes overboard, as it is the boat speed that causes the potentially dangerous tether dragging/drowning scenarios. Then, quickly begin operations to retrieve the crew member. ... whether to race or to stop racing is that of the skipper (RRS4, MSR2). This ...

  13. KONG Elastic Tether Double Yellow OS

    Meeting all ISAF (International Sailing Federation) requirements for strength, design and features for sailboat racing, these safety tethers incorporate two lightweight aluminum double-action safety hooks, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising.

  14. Kong Single Line ORC Tether

    Single arm elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing. Meeting all ISAF (International Sailing Federation) requirements for strength, design and features for sailboat racing, these safety tethers incorporate a lightweight aluminum double-action safety hook, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved ...

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    Double arms elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing. The shortest arm extends from 46 cm (18") to 91 cm (36"), the longest extends from 104cm (41") to 183cm (72"). These safety tethers incorporate two lightweight aluminum double-action safety hooks, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or crui

  16. Building a Custom Safety Tether

    A safety tether keeps you safely on board, but it also comes with its own risks. Previously, we investigated jackline materials (Jackline Materials Evaluation, Practical Sailor, November 2016), testing both common materials and commercial products.When redesigning a new tether, tester Drew Frye wanted something that fit his boat-very short for the side decks, but long for the broad decks and ...

  17. Sailing Safety Tethers: Tested and Reviewed

    The primary purpose of the safety harness tether, the vital link between you and the boat, is to keep the wearer aboard, not dragging alongside or hydroplaning astern. Practical Sailor tested 15 tethers in offshore conditions, during both day and night sailing. The tethers came in different lengths, configurations, and utilized different hardware.

  18. Kong Single Elastic Safety Line Tether 284SETE01KK

    Kong Single Elastic Safety Line Tether - 284SETE01KK Single arm elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing.These safety tethers incorporate a lightweight aluminum double-action safety hook, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising.

  19. Elastic Tether Double

    Elastic Tether Double. Double arms elastic safety tether for improving the safety during sailboat racing. These safety tethers incorporate two lightweight aluminum double-action safety hooks, built-in stress indicator and welded O-ring for improved security offshore, whether racing or cruising. The stress indicator features a bright overload ...

  20. Safety Harnesses and Tethers (Safety Lines) for Sailboats

    Every crew member must have a harness & tether not more than 6 ft (or 2 meters) long. Look for approval under International Standard ISO12401 or European Standard EN 1095. Harnesses must be compatible with crew members' lifejackets. Tethers must be detachable at both ends. Tether hooks must be self closing and require deliberate action to open.

  21. Spinlock Safety Tethers

    Spinlock Performance Safety Line / Tether With Stretch Cord 2 Custom Clips, 1 Loop $183.25 $195.75. Spinlock Performance Safety Line / Tether With Stretch Cord 3 Custom Clips $215.17 $229.85. About Us. Pacific Sailboat Supply is a proud, family-owned business dedicated to providing top-tier brands for sailboat rigging, hardware, and equipment.

  22. Ep 45: Harnesses, Tethers & Jacklines

    Welcome to episode 45 of Carpe Diem Sailing. In this episode I discuss harnesses (inc PFD integrated), tethers and jacklines. I go over rigging a jackline an...

  23. The Boat Race Signs JL Racing as Official Kit Supplier

    By bringing together two influential rowing organizations from the UK and US, the partnership with The Boat Race is helping to build a stronger, more inclusive community. Siobhan Cassidy, Chair of The Boat Race Company, said: "JL Racing has earned a reputation for making the highest-quality technical garments in the industry. Their customised ...

  24. Harnesses & Tethers

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  25. I Loved Tudor's Sailing Watch Even More While Aboard an Actual Racing

    The racing yacht wasn't the only thing that made me feel like a member of team Alinghi that day. I also got a chance to wear the FXD from Tudor's Pelagos line.

  26. A Dominant Italian Challenger Advances to Louis Vuitton Cup Final

    Luna Rossa, in its speed-build mode and pegging 35 knots, simply drove to leeward with 6 knots more boat speed, gave a hint of a luff and flicked the Americans away.