Marine ropes and lines are essential for docking, anchoring, towing, mooring, and sailboat rigging. Available in nylon, polyester, polypropylene, Dyneema®, and traditional manila constructions, they include double braid, solid braid, 3-strand twisted, hollow braid, and 16-strand braided designs.
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1-2 weeks delivery time Meyer-Sansboeuf Blackgear high-tenacity polyester mooring line with 3-strand multifilament construction and thermal fixation. Designed for high resistance to breakage and abrasion, with special treatment against UV exposure and hydrocarbons. Density 1.38, black color, supplied in 100 m lengths in diameters from Ø8 to 20 mm.
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$ 262.24
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo 4-strand floating polypropylene rope designed for marine and water-related applications where buoyancy, strength and visibility are important. Supplied in 220 m lengths, with diameters from Ø8 to 12 mm and breaking loads from 940 to 1990 kg. Available in blue and orange depending on size.
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$ 133.47
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo Floatline floating polypropylene rope with 8-plait braided construction, designed for marine and water-based applications requiring buoyancy, flexibility and high visibility. Supplied in 100 m lengths in Ø8 and 10 mm versions, with breaking loads from 419 to 524 kg. Available in yellow and orange.
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$ 55.02
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1-2 weeks delivery time Meyer-Sansboeuf Cleanline high-tenacity polyester mooring line with a coreless double-braid construction, designed for durable marine use and reliable handling. Supplied in 100 m lengths, with diameters from Ø8 to 22 mm depending on color. Available in navy from Ø8 to 18 mm and black from Ø8 to 22 mm, with weights from 4.5 to 28.3 kg per 100 m depending on version.
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$ 350.34
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin high-strength engine start braid made from polyester with a 16-plait core construction. Designed for high friction resistance and reliable performance in engine starting applications. Density 1.38, white/black color, available in Ø3-6 mm with 100 or 200 m lengths depending on version.
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$ 100.38
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo polyester lanyard rope supplied in 100 m lengths and available in Ø2 and 3 mm diameters. The range includes red/yellow, blue/yellow and yellow/green color combinations, with breaking loads of 90 kg for Ø2 mm and 220 kg for Ø3 mm. Lightweight construction with weights of 2.8 and 8.9 g/m depending on diameter.
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$ 19.52
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo P201945 box containing 10 mini spools of multi-purpose 16-plait braided polyester lanyard. Each spool contains 20 m of Ø3 mm rope with a 183 kg breaking load and a weight of 6 g/m. Compact spool format for easy onboard storage and general fastening, securing and utility applications.
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$ 73.57
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo P201944 bulk pack containing 50 mini spools of multi-purpose 16-plait braided polyester lanyard. Each spool contains 20 m of Ø3 mm rope with a 184 kg breaking load and a weight of 6 g/m. Compact format suitable for repeated onboard fastening, securing and general utility applications.
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$ 367.89
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo 100% polyester dinghy rope with a braided polyester core and polyester cover, designed for sheets, manoeuvring and general onboard use. Very easy to splice and available in Ø3-6 mm diameters with breaking loads from 220 to 610 kg depending on size. Offered in white/red, blue/yellow, yellow/blue and red/white color combinations.
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$ 34.86
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin Braid 16 all-round cruising rope with a braided polyester core and 16-braid polyester sheath. Designed for good handling and secure grip in clutches and winches, with excellent UV and abrasion resistance. Suitable for mainsail, jib and spinnaker sheets, mainsail and jib halyards, spinnaker guys, downhauls, reefing lines and topping lifts. Available in Ø6-16 mm, with breaking loads from 650 to 3950 kg and blue, green, red and grey color variants.
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$ 230.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin Braid 16 solid double-braided polyester cruising rope designed for excellent handling and secure grip in clutches and winches. It offers excellent resistance to UV and abrasion and is suitable as an all-rounder for mainsail, jib and spinnaker sheets, mainsail and jib halyards, spinnaker guys, downhauls, reefing lines and topping lifts. Available in Ø6-16 mm with breaking loads from 650 to 3950 kg and multiple color options.
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$ 202.46
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo highly flexible braided rope made from discontinuous polyester with 24-spindle construction, designed especially for sheets. It offers soft and comfortable handling, holds well in self-tailing winches, and provides good UV resistance. Available in Ø6-14 mm diameters, with breaking loads from 410 to 2950 kg and black, blue, gold and red color options.
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$ 187.13
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin 3-strand polyester rope designed to remain flexible and easy to splice even after prolonged contact with seawater. Available in Ø8-24 mm diameters and white, navy or black depending on size, with 220 m lengths for Ø8-14 mm and 110 m lengths for larger versions. Suitable for a wide range of marine rope applications.
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$ 429.44
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo black 8-strand polyester rope specifically designed for use on large yachts, combining a clean appearance with high stretching capacity due to its construction. It offers good traction, abrasion and UV resistance, while remaining highly flexible and easy to splice. Available in Ø10-28 mm diameters with 110 or 220 m lengths depending on size.
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$ 855.85
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo white 3-strand polyamide rope with good abrasion and UV resistance, particularly suitable for anchoring lines. Available in diameters from Ø6 to 24 mm, with 220 m lengths for Ø6-14 mm and 110 m lengths for Ø16-24 mm.
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$ 159.51
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo 3-strand multifilament polypropylene rope designed for lightweight marine use. The rope is buoyant, fully hydrophobic, resistant to rot and degradation, highly flexible and spliceable. Available in Ø6-14 mm diameters, 220 m lengths, and white, navy or black depending on size.
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$ 233.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin high-resistance 3-strand polyamide rope designed for durability and demanding marine use. The polyamide construction provides high shock absorption together with abrasion and UV resistance. Supplied in white, with diameters from Ø10 to 24 mm and a standard length of 110 m.
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$ 242.04
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin double-braided polyester mooring rope designed for dock mooring, combining flexible handling with an aesthetic finish. The rope offers good traction, UV resistance and high abrasion resistance for durable marine use. Available in Ø14-22 mm diameters, 110 m lengths, and navy, grey or black depending on version.
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$ 742.35
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1-2 weeks delivery time Plastimo Dyneema Hybrid 24 high-performance sailing rope with a Dyneema® 78 core and 24-braid hybrid sheath combining polyester and Technora®. Designed for extremely low creep, good traction and abrasion resistance, easy splicing, and reliable performance in clutches and winches. Suitable for sheets, halyards, downhauls, reefing and furling lines, with Ø8-12 mm versions and breaking loads from 2500 to 4990 kg.
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$ 1,320.58
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1-2 weeks delivery time Corderie Lancelin Dyneema 24 high-performance sailing rope combining high resistance with low stretch. Hydrophobic, very flexible and easy to splice, with good traction and UV resistance. Designed as an all-round running rigging rope for mainsail, jib and spinnaker sheets and guys, downhauls, topping lifts, backstays, runners, reefing and furling lines. Supplied in 110 m lengths, with Ø8-12 mm versions and breaking loads up to 4990 kg.
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$ 728.55
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What is the difference between nylon rope, polyester rope, and polypropylene rope in marine use?
Nylon rope is valued for its strength, elasticity, and shock absorption, making double braid nylon, twisted nylon, and solid braid nylon popular choices for dock lines, mooring rope, nylon anchor line, and anchor rode applications. Due to its water absorption properties, nylon performs exceptionally well for docking your boat and securing rope for anchors in demanding marine environments and saltwater conditions.
Polyester rope offers lower stretch and excellent UV resistance, making it a reliable sailing rope, running rigging, and general rope for boating where dimensional stability is important. Compared to nylon and polyester combinations, polyester maintains strength when wet and is commonly used for dock ropes and cordage exposed to long-term weathering.
Polypropylene rope is lightweight, inexpensive, and naturally buoyant, allowing hollow braid polypropylene and floating rope constructions to remain on the water's surface. This makes it suitable for tow rope, utility rope, utility cord, and some boating and marine tasks, although it generally provides lower abrasion resistance and durability than nylon or polyester options.
What factors should be considered when selecting a marine rope for docking and mooring a boat?
When selecting boat ropes for docking and mooring, the most important factors include boat size, rope construction, strength, stretch characteristics, and expected environmental loads. Nylon dock lines, double-braided nylon dock rope, braided rope, and traditional 3 strand rope are commonly chosen because they provide reliable shock absorption and durability.
For areas exposed to constant movement, a bungee dock line or bungee shock cord can help reduce stress on cleats and fittings. Low stretch materials, including advanced fiber options such as Dyneema, are often preferred for specialized applications, while nylon dock rope remains a popular choice for everyday mooring duties.
What are the main differences between double braid, solid braid, and 3 strand rope constructions?
Double braid rope features a braided core protected by a braided outer cover, providing excellent strength, flexibility, and durability for dock line, mooring rope, anchor line, and sailing rope applications. It is one of the most popular choices for marine cordage because it handles abrasion well and remains easy to handle.
Solid braid rope has a tightly woven construction without a separate core, making it smooth, flexible, and suitable for utility rope and lighter-duty boating tasks. Traditional 3 strand rope consists of three twisted strands and offers good elasticity, making it a common option for nylon dock lines, nylon anchor line, rope for anchors, and general docking and mooring use.
What are the primary uses of a dock line and mooring rope in everyday boating operations?
A dock line and mooring rope are primarily used to secure a boat safely to a dock, pier, buoy, or other fixed structure while loading, unloading, or remaining stationary. For any boater, these lines help control vessel movement caused by wind, waves, currents, and passing traffic, reducing stress on the boat and its fittings.
Properly selected and maintained mooring lines also improve safety during everyday boating operations by keeping the vessel stable and preventing unwanted drifting or contact with nearby objects.