There are lots of options when it comes to harness lines… And a lot of it is personal preference. The first thing to consider is length. If you have no idea what length you want, then purchase adjustable lines so that you can play with it and find the perfect length. If you do know what length you like, then nothing beats the simplicity of a fixed length line. Speaking of simplicity, Dakine’s Mono-Lines and Chinook’s Quicklines (both have a single attachment point) are as precise and easy as it gets. Bear in mind that the Chinook fixed line lengths are approximately one inch longer than the same Dakine fixed line length (Ch 28″ > DK 28″), and the same goes for the mono lines vs standard two point attachments (Ch Qk 28″ > Ch Fixed 28″). It’s weird, but it’s true.
Speaking of harness line length, most people I see on the water are using lines that are much too short. With short lines, you lose the ability to adjust the sail while under way, and you’re much less efficient. There aren’t really any formulas to tell you what lines you should be on, but as a reference, here’s what our shop riders are using:
Andy: 5’9″ and using boom at chin height: 30″ Chinook Quick-Lines.
Ken: 6’0″ and using boom at chin height: 30″ Chinook Fixed Lines.
Anne: 5’5″ and using boom at neck height: 24″ Dakine Mono-Lines.
Here’s a video I made a few year’s back to help you visualize how line length affects stance and rig positioning:
Browse Harness Lines Below. Please Note- Shipping prices will be adjusted if your order total exceeds $50!
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Fixed Length Lines:
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Dakine Mono Lines-
This single point harness line narrows the harness line pull to one precise location. Easliy installed on your boom without removing the boom end.
Features:
- 8-Plait pre-stretched FSE Robline® rope
- The ultimate way to fine tune your sails center of effort
- Gives your rig a more lively feeling
- Easily installed without removing the boom end
- High-density polyurethane tubing
Dakine Mono Lines, WHITE $25/set, Available Spring 2012!
Dakine Mono Lines, RED $24/set, Available Spring 2012!
Dakine Mono Lines, BLUE $24/set, Available Spring 2012!
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Dakine Fixed Lines-
DAKINE harness lines have been proven time after time in the most punishing conditions, to be the strongest and most reliable harness lines in the world.
Features:
- 8-Plait pre-stretched FSE Robline® rope
- High-density polyurethane tubing
- Non-slip boom pads
Dakine Fixed Lines, White $25/set, Available Spring 2012!
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Chinook Quick Lines-
Chinook Fixed Lines-
Simple, durable harness lines. Designed with no swing, precise sizing, and very low-profile styling.
Chinook Fixed Lines, Black $24/set,
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Adjustable Harness Lines:
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Dakine Lines (cut to length)-
Features:
- 8-Plait pre-stretched FSE Robline® rope
- High-density polyurethane tubing
- Non-slip boom pads
- Custom length adjustment
- Easy part replacement
Dakine Lines $28/set, Available Spring 2012!
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Dakine Adjustable Lines (cut to length, plus 5″ on the fly adjustment)-
Features:
- 8-Plait pre-stretched FSE Robline® rope
- High-density polyurethane tubing
- Non-corrosive adjustable buckle
- Non-slip boom pads
- Custom length adjustment
- Up to 5″ [ 13cm ] of adjustment
Dakine Adjustable Lines $31 Available Spring 2012!
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Dakine Comp Adjustable Lines-
Adjusting your harness lines has never been so easy. The marine grade stainless steel pulley cleat makes it easy to adjust your line length even while sailing.
Features:
- 8-Plait pre-stretched FSE Robline® rope
- Quick smooth on the fly adjustment
- Marine grade stainless steel cleat
- High-density polyurethane tubing
- Unique rope pull handle
- Non-slip boom pads
Specs:
18-24″ [ 46-61cm ]
24-32″ [ 61-81cm ]
Dakine Comp Adjustable Lines $52/set, Available Spring 2012!
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Chinook Adjustable Lines (cut to length) $28/set,
Modified one knot low profile design plus heavy-duty line and tubing makes this another simple but effective design. One size adjusts to all.
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Chinook In Flight Adjustable Lines (cut to length, plus 5″ on the fly adjustment) $36/set,
A simple but effective design for sailors requiring on the move adjustments. Heavy duty ladder-lock, line and tubing. Pre-adjustable with one side tie off. Infinite adjustment on tie off side, 5″ webbing adjustment.
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