Several knots can be used for joining ropes together, but none is as strong as a Short Splice. It can cause problems by increasing the diameter of the line making it unlikely to render through blocks, and where this is important a Long Splice must be used. To form a Short Splice the ends of each part to be joined are unlaid and the ends of each strand stopped with tape, or whipping twine – use a Constrictor Knot (page 44). The strands of each part are then married and one set of strands stopped to the other rope with tape (or Constrictor). The free strands are then alternately tucked against the lay into the other rope in an over and under pattern. The stopped strands are then freed and the same process is carried out on that side. After three or four tucks each side, cut off the excess of each strand leaving protruding ends. This allows the splice to settle without untucking. Roll splice underfoot to help settle it.
Can be used to repair rope damage.
