16 Strand Splicing | Tips and Tricks 

I definitely prefer to use the Teufelberger Whip stitch style, just because of how it looks. The Samson standard lock stitch is plenty good, it’s just not as cosmetically pleasing. It can be whip locked the same way you would any other climbing line

Was it factory spliced? That definitely points to a very poorly calculated taper overlap. Not a safety issue usually just a poorly executed splice.

@treespicemedia Thank you for getting back to me. Yes it is factory spliced. I used it with a hitch climber set up yesterday as secondary to choke on to a thin bendy stem and it wouldn't pass through the VT so couldn't really get it to feel comfortable. Good test of balance though!. I have 11.7mm treehog rope (which is actually teufelberger drenaline according to the compliance certificate) as my main line so it's fine. It's just so odd it was sold like that it's very bloody noticeable!

Most usually take an hour, multiple in a row definitely get quicker.

Samson 16 strands do not require any core in the splice, they depend entirely on the cover, however, other brands like Courant are different. The Courant 16 strand is much more core dependent and requires the involvement of the core in the splice. I believe Teufelberger ropes follow the same rules as Samson, but it’s best to follow the manufacturer recommendations.

@@treespicemedia courant is the reason I asked. Where could I get instructions for courant?

We’ll it wasn’t supposed to be a tutorial on how to splice 16 strand. My intention was to offer some tips to people splicing this rope. I’d be happy to post a full video. For Samson and Teufelberger 16 strands the splice is very easy and does not require and excessive force. You may be referring to Yale or maybe Marlow had some pretty crazy 16 strand style splices that involve the core. Those Marlow splices can be very difficult to balance properly. When I’ve spliced Samson 16 strands it’s way faster and easier than standard double braids if you do it properly.