Leading Boat Rope Manufacturers

Often called “line” in the boating industry, boat rope serves many different purposes and comes in many different lengths, widths and materials. Any boat will need an assortment of these kinds of ropes. Read More…

Boat Rope Rope is an essential accessory to have aboard any marine vessel.

Since our beginning in 1967, we have had experience designing, manufacturing and distributing the highest quality braided ropes and cords. Braided ropes and cordage are produced in all common fibers.

CSR Incorporated $$$

Atkins & Pearce is a leading manufacturer of braided technical textiles based in Covington, Kentucky. We produce and process industrial cordage and twine, coated insulation sleeving, tubing, expandable sleeving, lacing tapes, tie cords, candlewick, and custom braided textile products. All of our products are produced with quality top-of-mind and state-of-the-art equipment to ensure the best...

Atkins & Pearce, Inc $$$

At Franklin Braid, we are passionate about the art and science of ropes. With years of expertise and a deep commitment to quality, we have earned our reputation as a premier provider of an extensive range of ropes. Let us introduce you to our world of ropes and our unwavering dedication to our craft. Ropes are our specialty, and our product range reflects our commitment to delivering a diverse...

Franklin Braid $$$

We are a manufacturer of high quality rope that is used in a variety of applications including arbor, climbing, guiding, industrial safety, rope rescue, work access and OEM. We are committed to innovative processes and product development. Call or visit us online today for me detailed information. We look forward to working with you soon!

Sterling Rope $$$

Sunshine Cordage manufactures and distributes synthetic rope. Our product consists of stranded rope available in 3, 8, & 12; solid braided and double braided rope, mooring lines, specialty rope and twines available in polypropylene and polyester. We offer ropes in many materials such as nylon, polyethylene, and manila. Sunshine’s ropes serve many applications and industries including...

Sunshine Cordage $$$

Whether you need rope for heavy pulling or everyday decoration, Hercules Bulk Ropes can help. Since 1975, Hercules Bulk Ropes supplies the highest quality rope at competitive prices. We want to be your number one source for all your rope needs. Our prices will entice you, but our customer-friendly service and expertise will keep you coming back again and again!

Hercules Bulk Ropes $$$
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Boat rope is either made of natural or synthetic fibers. These fibers are twisted, braided or plaited into yarns and grouped together to form strands. These strands are then twisted, braided or plaited into rope. The way in which the rope is twisted determines its "lay." Rope can be right or left lay, and, depending on its intended use, it is usually either plain laid, plaited or double braided.

Plain laid line, also called three strand line, is made of three twisted strands. The strands can be twisted to the left or to the right, but they are most commonly twisted to the right. Braided line is usually formed by braiding three strands together. It comes in different construction types, such as hollow braided, stuffer braided, solid braided and double braided. The most common of these is double-braided, a braiding style that is usually constructed with nylon. In addition to nylon, materials used for boat rope include: polyester, dacron, polydacron, polypropylene and kevlar.

A well-stocked boat that is ready to sail safely needs many ropes. The boat will need at least six dock lines on hand (two bow, two stern and two spring). The length of these lines is determined by how and where a boater moors the boat. Anchor line, which most commonly comes in nylon and polypropylene, is an essential boat rope for any boat operator who does not wish to drift away without recourse. Another type of rope that is good to have around is general purpose rope, preferably polypropylene. Because it floats and usually comes in one or more bright colors like yellow, this type of rope is perfect for attaching to a life ring, inflatable boat or any other flotation device. It is also often used in water recreation, like waterskiing, tubing and wakeboarding. Other types of boat rope include: utility rope, mooring line, fender line, launch line, dock line and marine bungee cord.

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