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 HoendeRope HMPE is a high-strength Blue/White rope available in 20, 22 and 24 mm diameters, with 35 m and 55 m cut lengths. Each variant is supplied with two 1.5 m eyes, protective cover and certificate. Linear breaking loads range from 343.0 kN at Ø20 mm to 486.0 kN at Ø24 mm. The patterned construction allows torsion to be identified visually, while the HMPE rope provides high strength with substantially lower weight than steel cable.
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$ 1,068.38
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1-2 weeks delivery time HoendeRope HMPE is a high-strength, flexible rope supplied on 1000 m spools and available in 18, 20, 22 and 24 mm diameters. Depending on the variant, color options include Blue/White, Red, Green/White and Red/Black. Breaking loads range from 270.0 kN to 486.0 kN, while the rope construction is designed to make torsion easier to identify and provides substantially lower weight than steel cable.
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$ 14,785.28
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1-2 weeks delivery time Braided nylon cord made from high-grade polyamide with a tight 16-strand braided sheath around a core and multifilament strand structure. Supplied on 200 m reels in natural white and available in 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12 mm diameters, with linear breaking loads from 0.3 to 24.3 kN. The cord is commonly used for flag lines, while nylon provides high breaking strength but absorbs water and is not resistant to chemicals.
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$ 22.35
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orka-12 is a floating 12-strand braided rope made from 100% high-grade polysteel reinforced with polyester yarns to reduce wear. Supplied in 220 m coils, the range is available in 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters, with linear breaking loads from 29.7 to 451.0 kN. The rope has a supple weave, twined-fibre strand structure and a Yellow/White color pattern, while polysteel is stated to be over 60% stronger than polypropylene.
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$ 412.96
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orka-12 short-length mooring ropes are made from 100% high-grade polysteel reinforced with polyester yarns to reduce wear. The floating 12-strand braided ropes are available in 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters with cut lengths from 30 to 110 m, each supplied with two spliced eyes. Depending on diameter, stated linear breaking loads range from 115.5 to 451.0 kN, while the Yellow/White rope retains a supple weave and twined-fibre strand structure.
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$ 423.77
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1-2 weeks delivery time HoendeRope Orka-12 Pro is a floating 12-strand braided rope made from 100% high-grade polypropylene with polyethylene, supplied in 220 m coils and available in 16, 20, 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters. The Blue/White rope features a supple weave, twined-fibre construction and built-in Torsion Detector, together with excellent abrasion and UV resistance and very low water absorption. Depending on diameter, linear breaking loads range from 47.80 kN to 455.56 kN.
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$ 535.06
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1-2 weeks delivery time HoendeRope Orka-12 Pro is a floating 12-strand braided mooring rope made from 100% high-grade polypropylene with polyethylene, supplied as finished short lengths with two 1.5 m spliced eyes. The range covers 24, 28, 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters with cut lengths from 35 to 110 m and linear breaking loads from 116.70 to 455.56 kN. The Blue/White rope features a built-in Torsion Detector, supple twined-fibre construction, excellent abrasion and UV resistance, and very low water absorption.
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$ 319.45
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orkava PE12 is a floating 12-strand braided mooring rope made from 100% high-grade polyethylene, supplied in 220 m coils and available in 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters. The Blue-Green rope with Blue Marker features a double-twined monofilament strand structure, high shock absorption, strong wear resistance and very low water absorption. Depending on diameter, linear breaking loads range from 102.0 to 219.7 kN.
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$ 2,693.21
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orkava PE12 short-length mooring ropes are made from 100% high-grade polyethylene in a floating 12-strand braided construction with double-twined monofilament strands. Available in 32, 36, 40, 44 and 48 mm diameters with cut lengths from 40 to 110 m, each rope is supplied with two spliced eyes. Breaking loads range from 102.0 to 219.7 kN depending on diameter, while the rope provides high shock absorption, strong wear resistance and low water absorption for inland navigation and mooring use.
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$ 438.19
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1-2 weeks delivery time Herkules is a green composite rope combining concealed steel wire with polypropylene film, supplied on 500 m reels in 20, 22 and 24 mm diameters. The supple construction uses 6x7 or 6x8 steel wires sheathed in PP film with one steel core, providing linear breaking loads from 105.9 to 204.0 kN. Designed for general-purpose, shipping and fisheries applications, the Ø24 mm version is made from high-quality steel.
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$ 5,663.82
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1-2 weeks delivery time Herkules short-length ropes are steel-core composite lines supplied ready for use with two spliced eyes. The range covers 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and 28 mm diameters with cut lengths from 35 to 100 m and remaining usable lengths from 31 to 96 m. Depending on diameter, linear breaking loads range from 81.4 to 260.0 kN, with 6x7 construction used for Ø18-20 mm and 6x8 construction used for the larger listed variants.
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$ 586.92
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1-2 weeks delivery time Certified bollard eye professionally produced by a certified splicer. Designed as a finished rope eye for bollard connection applications, with certification of the splicing work.
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$ 81.49
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orkava Splicing Fid is a solid ash wood rope-splicing tool with a total length of 14 in / 35 cm. The fid has a maximum thickness of 45 mm and tapers to a point, providing the traditional tapered profile used for opening rope strands during splicing work.
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$ 33.05
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1-2 weeks delivery time This liferaft painter and mooring line is a 10 mm, 16-strand braided rope made from 100% HT polyester, supplied on a 200 m reel in white with a light blue marker. It is intended for connecting and securing life rafts, including linking several rafts together to prevent them from drifting apart. The rope weighs 5.0 kg per 100 m / 10.0 kg per 200 m and has a stated linear breaking load of 11.8 kN / 1.20 t.
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$ 335.29
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1-2 weeks delivery time British hemp sail twine in untarred 3/3500 construction, supplied as a 200 g ball with 166 m of twine. The line has a 1.8 mm diameter and is intended for sailwork and whipping applications. IMPA codes: 211431 / 211432.
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$ 7.76
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1-2 weeks delivery time Sisal binder twine made from prime-quality sisal, available in 3, 5 and 6 mm diameters. The range includes type 3/600 at 3 mm with 500 m per ball, type 3/450 at 5 mm with 375 m per ball, and type 3/220 at 6 mm with 180 m per ball. Each ball weighs 2.5 kg.
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$ 41
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1-2 weeks delivery time Manilla throwing line made from 100% Manilla, supplied on a 30 m reel with a 10 mm diameter. The complete reel weighs 1.9 kg and is intended for throwing-line applications requiring a natural-fibre rope in a compact ready-to-use length.
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$ 47.50
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1-2 weeks delivery time Manilla rope made from 100% natural manilla fibre in a 3-strand twisted construction, supplied in 220 m coils and available in 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24 mm diameters. The brown floating rope has a supple-to-tight weave with twined fibres and linear breaking loads from 6.2 to 39.8 kN. It is intended for applications where synthetic rope is unsuitable; the 10 mm size is commonly used as a throwing line, while the 20 mm size is suitable as a non-sparking lifeline. The rope is perishable and should be dried after use.
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$ 277.02
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1-2 weeks delivery time Nylon rope with a 3-strand twisted multifilament construction, supplied in natural white and available in 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 mm diameters. The range is supplied in 220 m lengths, with reels for Ø6-12 mm and coils for Ø14-16 mm. Linear breaking loads range from 5.6 to 29.4 kN. The rope is used mainly for water sports and offers high breaking strength, but nylon absorbs water, can freeze when wet and is not resistant to chemicals.
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$ 160.05
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1-2 weeks delivery time Orkava PPFF3 is a floating 3-strand twisted rope made from 100% high-grade polypropylene with a supple weave and twined mechanically fibrillated film strand structure. Available in Orange or Manilla colour and in 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 20 mm diameters, the range is supplied in 220 m lengths, with reels for Ø4-12 mm and coils for Ø14-20 mm. Stated linear breaking loads range from 5.4 kN at Ø6 mm to 52.2 kN at Ø20 mm. The rope is intended for general-purpose use including shipping, fisheries, agriculture, stock breeding, building, industry, road transport and boating.
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$ 33.86
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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.