Double Braid Eye Splice For Beginners

In this video, Evan (Pro splicer) gives a detailed explanation of how to splice double braid rope, and Jess (Beginner splicer) try's to replicate his instructions.

Splicing Tips / Common Questions...

The splicing technique in this video is for class 1 double braid rope. If you have a class 2 (core dependent) rope then you will need a different technique. If you have a 32 or 48 carrier rope, pull out 4 sets of strand when tapering the cover. If you have a 16 carrier rope, only pull out two sets of strands.
Don’t have a fid? You can find measurement tables online for fid lengths.
To pass the rope back through itself, you can use a small wire (like piano wire) but make sure to insert in the exit point, and out the entry point to pull through!

These videos and animations are for informational and entertainment purposes only, and should not be considered to be correct or reliable instructions. Right Rope LLC disclaims any and all liability related to the use of this content. Be sure to consult a competent professional before using rope for any purpose.

The rope used in this video is our Double Braid Nylon Rope:


- Very strong
- Durable
- Excellent elasticity
- Made in USA
- Great for anchor / dock lines and towing

Some details about this rope...

Our double braid nylon rope is made in the USA from 100% high-tenacity nylon yarns. Double braid nylon is the right choice for any application where some stretch is required to mitigate the chances of rope failure or you need a very strong, durable rope with the elasticity to be able to withstand shock loading. Great for anchor / dock lines and towing.

These ropes are made by expert rope makers using modern braiding equipment and meets or exceeds the standards set by the Cordage Institute specifications for high-performance ropes.

Double-braid is typically the strongest construction of rope and has a braided inner core and a braided outer jacket. This rope construction is torque-free and will not hockle or kink, and can be easily spliced. Nylon has excellent abrasion resistance and ultraviolet degradation protection. Our premium double braid nylon ropes are also resistant to rot, mildew, marine growth, chemicals and petroleum products. These high-strength ropes are soft, flexible, and are easy to handle.
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Times:
0:00 | Intro
0:28 | Disclaimer
0:35 | Tools needed for double braid splice
1:00 | Secure your rope
1:15 | Mark your cover and form the eye (Evan)
1:33 | Mark your cover and form the eye (Jess)
1:59 | Extract the core from "Mark B" (Evan)
2:23 | Extract the core from "Mark B" (Jess)
3:55 | Taper the cover (Evan)
5:05 | Taper the cover (Jess)
9:57 | Milk the slack to "Mark B" (Evan)
10:05 | Make "Mark 1", "Mark 2" and "Mark 3" on core (Evan)
10:32 | Milk the slack to "Mark B" (Jess)
10:48 | Make "Mark 1", "Mark 2" and "Mark 3" on core (Jess)
12:09 | Insert cover from "Mark 2" to "Mark 3" (Evan)
12:43 | Insert cover from "Mark 2" to "Mark 3" (Jess)
14:46 | Insert core into cover from "Mark A", past "Mark B" (Evan)
15:45 | Tighten crossover (Evan)
16:04 | Insert core into cover from "Mark A", past "Mark B" (Jess)
18:15 | Tighten crossover (Jess)
19:14 | Taper the core and cover (Evan)
20:22 | Taper the core and cover (Jess)
22:30 | Bury the core and cover strands (Evan)
22:47 | Bury the core and cover strands (Jess)
23:26 | Milk exposed core down inside cover (Evan)
24:04 | Milk exposed core down inside cover (Jess)
25:08 | End Whipping 1st step (Evan)
25:53 | End Whipping 1st step (Jess)
27:12 | End Whipping 2nd step (Evan)
28:36 | Burning the end (Evan)
29:05 | Trim and burn the ends (Evan)
29:27 | Completed eye splice (Evan)
29:29 | End Whipping 2nd step (Jess)
31:52 | Burning the end (Jess)
32:38 | Trim and burn the ends (Jess)
33:08 | Completed eye splice (Jess)
33:15 | Outro

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[dskeywest]

Great video...the teaching technique of showing us once, and then having a novice do the same thing, is very effective. Great job.

[billmiller]

I’ve never successfully spliced double braided rope. Tomorrow I’m following your instruction on 10mm rope (no idea what that is in imperial measurement) which is thinner and I suspect a lot harder to do than your 12 or 18mm.

It is definitely the best instructional video I have seen on splicing.
Thanks so much. I’ll let you know how I go.

[hhhiop]

Really great instruction and patience. The first time what you are doing doesn’t seem to make much sense but as you see the core and splice disappear you can see the results coming.
I loved how precise she was being measuring fid lengths and tapering!😊

[johnsmythe]

Finally a video that worked for me! I had trouble keeping up with jess but so glad she is there. Thanks again

[Brian-osqj]

Y’all did a very exceptional job and demonstration

[robertjohnson]

We love the way you teach this via a team… super effective and helpful. Thank you!

[gabrielcowan]

Good job guys, I love that both of you are doing it together. It reaffirms what you're teaching 👍

[emiliojtorres-requena]

Without a doubt the best video on double braid splicing. Thanks Great job!!!

[elizabethhaines]

Video helped me immensely! Appreciated the format!

[danodell]

Thanks for the vid. It took a minute or two to finish it off due to 2 internal cores.. but got there and it looks good. 👍

[TheShawline]

Thanks so much, lovely job and instruction.

[reloadncharge]

Very good video, explanation! Thanks, Andrew

[michaeldenicola]

That was very helpful thank you for sharing.

[SENji]

Great tutorial.
Why do you taper the cover? What is the reason behind it?

[tomstarrbrad]

Just a realization that made it a whole lot easier for me to follow the process: MARK-letter is on the cover. MARK-number is on the core.

[akredalfbutler]

Easy on a thick rope like this but much harder, if at all possible on small sizes.

[PurpleNovember]

8:44 I use a seam ripper on smaller 12 strand ropes for the taper. Sometimes thread snips are needed to cut the strands but a good sharp seam ripper will usually cut right through. It’s just easier for me than scissors. I haven’t tried it with double braid yet but it looks like it would work fine.

[mattlangdown]

Just attempted my first splice. Got stuck at putting the core back in the cover. Had to cut the splicing needle out. Any tips to avoid this?

[jamesmillar]

Passing the core back through the cover from A to past B a fid length ... you make it look so easy ... I used a bloody hammer and it was so tight the core came detached from the fid, leaving the core stuck and unworkable further !!! Had to abandon and cut off the half done splice. You must be using special easy rope. Would like some real world help without the jolly music !!

[Branno]

To complicated mate it’s impossible your an expert don’t think everyone is the same by watching a video mine looks a mess 😊