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November 3rd 16, 01:31 PM
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best tow rope length
We use a longer rope than most, about 275', and I think it is much safer than a 200' rope. We drop the rope from no lower than 300' before landing most of the time.
Boggs 
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November 3rd 16, 02:39 PM
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best tow rope length
Best towrope length? The one that goes from the towplane to your release! At my club, we start with 200 feet of rope. You lose a few feet at each end for splicing on the rings. We fly from an ex military field and do not drop the rope. We have started tracking rope life. Considering Tost reel systems for the towplanes. Not interested in dropping ropes, as it adds considerably to ground crew workload and tach time on the towplane for each tow.
Just my 2 cents worth. Steve Leonard Kansas Soaring Association
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