Capt.

[Fred Endemann]

Thanks, Brion. I did not read your entire reply about looking at Ashleys and the Apprentice for boatfalll reaving. I obviously need to do some research. You mentioned that this problem has been going on for centuries, but all I can think of is loading cargo from a spar/gaff. : the load could easily spin and create the frictiion that I am talking about. Still have not had the time to "simulate" the problem in my cellar laboratory with my collection of old lines, blocks, and cleats.
Thanks for hosting a great website. FRED E.