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BRAID
ON BRAID
A popular and successful rope, proven over many seasons of racing, Braid on Braid is the industry standard performance sailing rope. Soft to handle, it offers a good level of performance without high cost. It features a braided polyester cover which protects an inner braided polyester core, making it a long lasting rope for applications such as sheets and halyards. Available in solid white or with a choice of coloured flecks.  |
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VECTRAN
HIGH PERFORMANCE RACING ROPE The Rig Shop introduced VECTRAN, an advanced long life rope made specifically for high performance yacht racing applications. Vectran ropes have a similar load/extension performance to those made with Aramid, but display even lower stretch. The graph below illustrates this, showing a Marlow Vectran prototype against a Marlow KT3, widely regarded as the best performing Aramid rope available. Second generation prototypes will display increased strength and even lower stretch. Vectran ropes will have a similar weight to Aramid, enabling it to be used in critical point loading applications without installing oversized sheaves. The abrasion resistance is 10-12 times better than that of Aramid, reducing internal rope damage. A unique property of Vectran it its resistance to creep Ð it doesnÕt. At loads up to 50% of break (far in excess of normal working loads), Vectran displays no creep, even at high temperatures. This is a feature that no rope making material can match including steel. It is therefore envisaged that Marlow Vectran will be ideal for use as halyards or running backstays. For further technical information and recommended applications, please contact Harry James at The Rig Shop.  |
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PBO
ROPE
ULTIMATE HIGH PERFORMANCE ROPE The Rig Shop introduced PBO specifically for high performance yacht racing applications. This is the ultimate high strength rope offering exceptional characteristics. The lowest stretch of any available rope, with the equivalent strength to rod. It has the additional benefit of no creep. The ideal application for this incredibly strong rope is obvioiulsy halyards, where it has been used with outstanding results. We are constandly developing new uses for this rope. Available from 6mm to 14mm diameter, it is ideal for applications on a large range of craft from high performance dinghies to super yachts.  |
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FGR1
ROPE
HIGH PERFORMANCE DYNEEMA Supplied exclusively to The Rig Shop, FGR 1 represents the state of the art technology in rope construction for performance yachts. STRENGTH Dyneema, the new and super-strong yarns are used for the core in a triple braid configuration. This gives very high strength Ð ideal for halyards, sheets and runner tails. See list. STRETCH & CREEP This is minimised by pre-stretching and heat-setting the FGR 1 Dyneema, making it particularly suitable for halyards with high load applications. Improved load extension figures also ensure that rig settings can be accurately reproduced, especially important for sail setting. See graphs. CORE SLIPPAGE Is virtually eliminated with the addition of a lightweight polypropylene inner braid, P.U. coated for additional friction. ABRASION FGR 1 has a high tenacity braided polyester outer cover, which resists abrasion, but still has soft handling qualities, making it ideal for use on winches, around blocks and in stoppers. FGR 1 is only available from The Rig Shop, along with other specialised ropes for performance racing and cruising. A comprehensive range of exclusive colours is available for this performance rope.  |
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LSP
ROPE
HIGH PERFORMANCE CRUISING ROPE Supplied exclusively to The Rig Shop, LSP is an advanced long life rope manufactured specifically for cruising and distance racing applications. STRENGTH Using the highest quality polyester with a parallel inner core, LSP has a high strength component to suit most cruising or racing applications. Strength is increased by the heavy duty high tenacity braided polyester cover. ABRASION Better abrasion resistance than any other comparable specification is achieved by LSP and will offer a long working life in normal sailing applications. CORE SLIPPAGE Is virtually eliminated with the addition of an inner covering which locks the centre core to the outer braid. LSP is only available from The Rig Shop, along with other specialised ropes for performance racing and cruising. This specialist long life cruising rope is available in six colours, each with a heavy colour coded fleck. |
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MOORING
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3 STRAND POLYESTER
Its simple construction makes this a low cost rope ideal for anchor lines, mooring ropes, lanyards, fender and tender lines. As a general working rope it is strong, flexible and soft to handle, even when wet. Constructed from polyester it has good abrasion resistance.  |
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MULTIPLAIT
NYLON
Produced from Nylon, Multiplait has the benefit of high stretch and recovery properties, making it ideal to absorb high shock loads, such as towing and mooring lines. When at sea, it can be used in place of low stretch sheets where it can absorb sudden sheet loads in high seas. It is a very flexible rope, easily stowed in anchor lockers.  |
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