antenna alternatives for isolated stays?

hi
don't want to use my rig as antenna for my SSB transceiver
a long whip antenna is not very practical on an ocean going sailboat
(40ft)

Heard about the split-lead antenna. Any comments?
Will the stainless steel stay not absorb too much transmitting energy?
Would a well isolated long wire attached to the backstay not be equally
good?
thanks
h
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