More improvements

We finally got some grip tape up forward where everybody slips.

I also replaced the bow roller with one which has a lip which prevents the chain from striking the fiberglass.

The new bridle looks great.

Look at the juvenile trunkfish haning out by the bridle.

Some people say that using stainless steel in contact with ground tackle is a bad idea, as it encourages galvanic corrosion. I'd love to hear your comments.

New Bridle Shackles

For some reason, the shackles holding the bridle to the boat were not stainless steel, so they rusted into a ball of, well, rust.

So I borrowed an angle grinder (thanks Bliss) and got to work.

Sparks flew and I still have all 10 fingers.

Beautiful!

Now I need to replace the lines as they are not only rust-stained but also worn where they chafe.