Hi all. I am somewhat new to sailing, but have been wondering about getting up the mast. I have thought of an idea to bounce off you all. Attach a fixed
line from top of mast to bottom, to remain there. Now use some rope climbing devices from rock climbing. They are called ascenders and come in a variety of sizes and forms. Another alternative is same system using slings and "prussick" knots wrapped around the
line. What say all?