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Classic Boat Supplies
Monkey Fist Bell Rope - Knotted with Stainless Steel Shackle
Rope keychain featuring a handmade nautical rope monkey fist knot and stainles steel shackle. Fancy marlinspike ropecraft along the stem to gives them a special nautical look and feel. Measuring 6" (150mm) long including marine-grade...
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Marlin Marine
Polyester Double Braid Rope - Red
Quality red double braid polyester rope made with 100% polyester plaited jacket and polyester core. It is very strong, flexible and easy to handle making it ideal for use as a sheet rope, for halyards, control lines or many general...
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Marlin Marine
Polyester Double Braid Rope - Blue
Quality blue double braid polyester rope made with 100% polyester plaited jacket and polyester core. It is very strong, flexible and easy to handle making it ideal for use as a sheet rope, for halyards, control lines or many general...
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Marlin Marine
Polyester Double Braid Rope - Black
Quality black double braid polyester rope made with 100% polyester plaited jacket and polyester core. It is very strong, flexible and easy to handle making it ideal for use as a sheet rope, for halyards, control lines or many general...
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Marlin Marine
Polyester Double Braid Rope - White
Quality white double braid polyester rope made with 100% polyester plaited jacket and polyester core. It is very strong, flexible and easy to handle making it ideal for use as a sheet rope, for halyards, control lines or other general uses...
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Sam Allen
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Blue Fleck
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Blue Fleck. Superior polyester braid which incorporates high durability. Polyester outer casing and plaited core. Great strength and low elongations. Available in a range of black and coloured...
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Sam Allen
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Green Fleck
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Green Fleck. Superior polyester braid which incorporates high durability. Polyester outer casing and plaited core. Great strength and low elongations. Available in a range of black and coloured...
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Sam Allen
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Natural Fleck
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Natural Fleck. Australian made. Industry leading breaking strain. Ideal for use as halyards, sheets, control lines, dock lines and general purpose. Polyester outer casing with a plaited core. One of the...
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Sam Allen
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Red Fleck
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Red Fleck. Superior polyester braid which incorporates high durability. Polyester outer casing and plaited core. Great strength and low elongations. Available in a range of black and coloured...
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Sam Allen
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Yellow Fleck
Polyester Yachting Braid - Australian Made - Yellow Fleck. Superior polyester braid which incorporates high durability. Polyester outer casing and plaited core. Great strength and low elongations. Available in a range of black and coloured...
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Sam Allen
Polypropylene High Tenacity Danline - 3 Strand Coil (Korean Made)
Polypropylene High Tenacity Danline - 3 Strand Coil (Korean Made) 3+-strand polypropylene high tenacity Danline is commonly used in the marine and commercial fishing industries for mooring lines, docking lines and crab pot ropes. It is also commonly...
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Marine Town
Marine Town Splicing Fids - Stainless Steel
Made from stainless steel, with timber handle. Suitable for splicing three strand rope, wire rope and rope to wire. Part Number Length MTN-167522 170mm MTN-167524 280mm
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Nylon Rope - 8 Strand - Korean Made - Black
Black 8-Strand Nylon Rope sold by the reel or coil. Commonly used in the marine industry in anchor winches. Has the best handling properties compared to other synthetic ropes. Twice the strength of manilla rope. High elongation under load, high...
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BLA
Fender Lines - Double Braid Polyester (Pair)
An attractive quality soft rope to attach and enhance fenders. Using the same double braid as our quality 16 plait polyester these fender lines provide a simple alternative to a permanent hand spliced silver rope. One end features a whipped ten...
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BLA
BLA Handy Lines - Polyester
BLA Handy Lines - Polyester. 20 metres of popular 8 plait 4mm red polyester cord supplied on a Handy hang sell plastic winder. Great for lacing, light control lines and general use. Ends can be heat sealed. Part Number Type Rope...
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BLA
BLA Handy Lines - VB Cord
BLA Handy Lines - VB Cord. 20 metres of popular 12 plait 4mm blue VB cord supplied on a Handy hang sell plastic winder. Great for lacing, light halyards and general use. U.V. stabilised and can be heat sealed. Part Number Type Rope...
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BLA
BLA Handy Lines - Double Braid
BLA Handy Lines - Double Braid. A quality 16 plait polyester low stretch yachting braid with smooth high sheen outer which is U.V. resistant. Ideal for a wide range of marine and general use applications. Part Number Type Rope...
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BLA
BLA Handy Lines - Shock Cord - 4mm Rope
BLA Handy Lines - Shock Cord - 4mm Rope. A quality shock cord with 16 braided polyester outer. Ideal for a wide range of marine and general use applications. Available in white with blue fleck or solid black in 4mm x 20m or solid black in 6mm x 11m...
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BLA
BLA Handy Lines - Shock Cord - 6mm Rope
BLA Handy Lines - Shock Cord - 6mm Rope. A quality shock cord with 16 braided polyester outer. Ideal for a wide range of marine and general use applications. Available in white with blue fleck or solid black in 4mm x 20m or solid black in 6mm x 11m...
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Sam Allen
Shock Cord Sail Ties
Shock Cord Sail Ties Note: Sold in packs of 4. Part NumberCord LengthSell Quantity SAW-46132 400mm Pack of 4 SAW-46134 500mm Pack of 4 SAW-46136 600mm Pack of 4
Rope, Cord, Tools & Accessories
Rope, cord, tools, and accessories are essential on a boat for a variety of tasks, including:
- Mooring and anchoring
- Rigging sails
- Securing cargo
- Personal safety
- Repairing damage
The type of rope or cord you need will depend on the specific task. For example, you would use a different type of rope for mooring than you would for rigging sails.
Here are some of the most common types of rope and cord used on boats:
- Nylon rope: This is a strong and durable type of rope that is often used for mooring and anchoring.
- Polyester rope: This is a lightweight and easy-to-handle type of rope that is often used for rigging sails.
- Polypropylene rope: This is a flexible and buoyant type of rope that is often used for personal safety lines and fenders.
- Natural fiber rope: This type of rope is made from materials such as hemp, sisal, or manila. It is strong and durable, but it can be more difficult to handle than synthetic ropes.
In addition to rope and cord, there are a number of tools and accessories that can be helpful on a boat. These include:
- Splicing fids: These tools are used to create and maintain knots in rope.
- Hot knives: These knives are used to cut rope quickly and cleanly.
- Thimbles: These metal or plastic rings are used to protect rope from chafing.
- Rope bags: These bags are used to store rope and keep it organized.
By having the right rope, cord, tools, and accessories on board, you can be prepared for any task that comes your way on the water.
Here are some additional tips for choosing and using rope, cord, tools, and accessories on a boat:
- Choose the right type of rope for the specific task.
- Make sure the rope is in good condition and free of damage.
- Use the right tools for the job.
- Tie knots correctly to ensure the rope is secure.
- Store rope properly to prevent it from becoming damaged.
By following these tips, you can help to ensure that your rope, cord, tools, and accessories are safe and effective on your boat.