Also, while we're on the subject of halyard damage, this is EXACTLY why I buy extra length on my halyards (and sheets). Damage to running rigging is more than likely going to happen near an end. If you bought extra line, all you need do is to cut off the damaged part and end for end the line.
I even buy my halyards and sheets with an eye on EACH end. For Touche's sheets, it's no big deal because I use soft shackles and the ends are then interchangeable. For halyards, it's a bit more complicated. The first version gets a "D" bail snap shackle. If I need to end for end it, the second version must use a screw pin snap shackle. In the long run, I think it saves money and effort. I have a buddy who NEVER does this. Always buys halyards to exact length needed. He's had to buy an entire halyard more than once over the years. Dennis C.
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