Wanting to create external chainplates made from Dyneema? Ideal for Dyneema standing rigging. Simple, strong, cheap and easy to DIY.

This is a variation of Dyneema chainplate that uses the Dyneema loops from our chainplate system in a different way. Could be a great option if you are working with an older GRP boat, switching to dyneema rigging and are concerned about your chainplates.

In previous episodes we have shown the internal Dyneema chainplates we are building, we have now worked out how you might create an external version. These will avoid waterproofing issues and will be fantastic for distributing the rigging loads down the hull.

We are changing all the standing rigging on our 1977 Rival 38 to Dyneema synthetic rigging. That includes all shrouds, stays and even the chainplates for both masts of our ketch rig.

This is the 5th episode in our Dyneema series that will cover all the design choices, the practicalities of a completely DIY re-rig and then how it works out when we go sailing.

Our goal is a rig that is:

• stronger
• lighter
• cheaper
• allows us to sail faster
• lasts longer
• can be DIY maintained even replaced, anywhere in the world

We are refitting a 44 year old Rival 38 for a Sustainable Sailing retirement in a few years. Two years ago, when we bought Vida she was in a very tired and damp condition with all original equipment and fittings (much of it not working). We have removed all the gas, diesel and paraffin equipment, and are installing all electric (motor, cooking etc).

Lots more detail on our blog at https://sustainablesailing.net/

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