Construction · braided
Double Braided Rope
Braid-on-braid: a braided core inside a braided cover, sharing the load. The premium marine construction for dock lines and rigging.
How it is built
An inner braided core carries a large share of the strength; an outer braided jacket protects it and adds abrasion resistance. Both are tensioned together.
How it handles
Supple, strong and torque-free; the best-handling high-strength construction. Spliceable with the right technique (more skill required than hollow braid).
| 6 mm – 60 mm |
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Strengths
- Highest strength-per-diameter of the common constructions
- Excellent abrasion protection from the cover
- Torque-free — no rotation under load
- Premium handling: soft, coiling, cleat-friendly
Limitations
- Highest cost per meter
- Splicing requires training
- Overkill for simple utility tying
Common uses
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Common materials for this construction
Nylon Rope
The strongest of the common synthetic rope fibers, with high elasticity that absorbs shock loads — the classic choice for anchor, mooring and dock lines.
Polyester Rope
Low stretch, excellent UV and abrasion resistance, keeps its strength when wet — the reference fiber for long-term outdoor and marine rigging.
Products with this construction
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