When it comes to spending money on dive gear, I try not to look at prices, because it might keep me from buying something I really want. However, I don’t want to spend money on something that does not work as well, as something less expensive. I am all about function and utility.

This is the case with Jon Lines. There are expensive Jon Lines out there, they are always made of synthetic straps and metal hardware. I do not like that stuff! I have a 50 foot coil of 1/4″ sisal line from Home Depot in my garage, and I cut off a 6′-8′ piece, and I splice an eye in each end. When I coil it around my hand, and put a double end clip on it, I can stow it anywhere.

Anchor lines are synthetic fiber, like Dacon or Nylon, and they are slippery when wet. If I use a strap made of Nylon or Dacron, and attach it to an anchor line made of similar stuff, it wants to slip. Sisal is a natural fiber, it grips the anchor line well, it is easy to carry, it is biodegradable, and it is cheap. It is also the way Jon Hulburt first envisioned it!! If I lose it, loan it out, or I gift it to someone, it is no big deal. 

If you want to make your own eye splices, below are some links. If you still need help, come find me and I will help you. It is easy. 

Eye Splice Video

Eye Splice Written Directions

Eye Splice Animation