How to Use a Sailing Safety Harness! 14 0

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Joseph Felber - 9 years ago

Why is one tether supposed to be 4' long and the other supposed to be 6' long?

Captain John's Skipper Tips - 9 years ago

Absolutely. That's the major reason for two tethers.

Joseph Felber - 9 years ago

Is another purpose of having two tethers, regardless of length, so that one could be disconnected while moving along the deck and then connect closer to the destination while another keeps you secured to the boat?

Captain John's Skipper Tips - 9 years ago

Joseph, a shorter tether clipped to windward could help prevent you from falling all the way overboard. No guarantees, but it's an idea to consider. A longer tether will be more comfortable, but if you fell, you might end up being dragged alongside the boat. I would want at least one tether that was short enough to keep me aboard, even if stretched full length from the windward jackline.