I use the solid spring loaded toggle pins on my forstay, and one shroud. The forstay has so much tension on it I don't think it could ever come loose, but the shroud to chainplate pin I tape in place. I have always used the other quick release pins on my blocks, and have never had a problem. I know the Shroud Extender Kits, for solo righting cats, also use the hollow core indent/ quick release pins. I have a set, but don't use them because I've heard other experienced sailors like Tad, say not to trust them on shrouds or forstays. When sailing in rough weather, I advise tapeing ALL PINS regardless of what kind they are.
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