A method of indicating trim on a counterweight fly system's purchase line.
MPowers;205876 said:...As for the spiking method, I detest tape. It leaves goo on the rope, often slips along the rope or come off at the most inopportune time. Best way to spike is to use a short length of brightly colored ribbon [or twill tape]. Twist the lay of the rope slightly open, using your hands or a rope fid, and insert the ribbon so it sticks out about 1-2 inches on each side of the rope. The ribbon is easier to see coming even at high speed, and no, it does not get caught in the pulleys or locks! Stage Set X can be spiked with 1/4" ribbon or heavy knitting yarn, by using a large, rounded point needle, one about 6-9 inches long and about the diameter of a 10d nail with an eye, to work the casing apart and the ribbon or yarn through the outer casing.