A sailing harness is a wearable device designed to secure sailors to their boats, preventing accidental falls overboard. The tether works in conjunction with the harness and connects the wearer to a strong point on the boat.

Apr 22, 2019 · With references to World Sailing regulations, this article covers essential gear to keep you and your crew on deck. Safety harnesses physically connect you to the boat to prevent you from falling overboard or, failing in that role, are …

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A jackline is strung from a ship's bow to stern to which a safety harness can be clipped, allowing a crewmember to move about the deck safely when there is risk of falling or being swept overboard. Generally the jacklines are run on both starboard and the port side of a vessel.

Aug 28, 2019 · Harnesses, tethers and jack lines will keep you attached to the boat if you fall overboard, and if placed well, they’ll keep you from going overboard in the first place. Jack lines are a staple safety item for anyone planning to sail after dusk.

Dec 19, 2006 · The primary purpose of the safety harness tether, the vital link between you and the boat, is to keep the wearer aboard, not dragging alongside or hydroplaning astern. Practical Sailor tested 15 tethers in offshore conditions, during both day and night sailing.

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