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February 12, 2018 2 min read
49 different types of dyneema rope in stock at Sailing Chandlery. We stock everything from 2mm through to 10mm and can source dyneema rope of any thickness.
Dyneema® is an UHMwPE (Ultra High Molecular weight Polyethylene) fibre developed by DSM in the Netherlands little over 20 years ago. An ingredient material in many of our ropes, Dyneema® is light weight and renowned as "The World's Strongest FibreTM". So what makes Dyneema® so special?
Dyneema within ropes traditionally comes in two different formats, a 12 strand pure dyneema or as a dyneema core usually covered with a hard wearing polyester jacket. The latter type of rope is great for ropes which are open to lots of wear and cleats as the cover of the rope protects the dyneema from wearing.
Although SK75 used to be the leader in dyneema SK78 has taken over as the standard dyneema issued in most ropes. You will now also see SK99 within high performance ropes which need less stretch and more strength.
Purchase systems are more likely to use a pure 12 strand dyneema as they require more strength and are not cleated, however, the purchase system may contain another piece of rope which goes through the cleat and is pulled for adjustment. This gives you the benefit of the strength and the wear.
12 strand dyneema can also be used for trapeze lines, shrouds and backstays. If you are using dyneema for your shrouds you are going to want a low stretch, high strength option. Some of the dyneema ropes we stock are also heat sealed.
Dyneema core ropes are more popular for control lines and halyards which are constantly adjusted. These ropes can also be tapered down so the hard wearing area of the rope is available for cleats and pulleys but the tapered, thinner dyneema rope, is available to cause less friction around a pulley system. Tapered halyards are popular on high performance dinghies and catamarans.
Explore our range of dyneema rope on our website.
If you've got any questions about choosing the correct rope, or would like custom rope work completed then just give us a call or drop us an email. We are here to help!
Nice quality. Fit perfectly over drysuit foot part and make it easier to slip into wetsuit boots.
Fits perfectly! Robust quality!
Works perfectly. Doesn't slip out!
A neat and simple fitting
Really easy to splice due to the outer not being too tightly woven. Spot on!
Great cam cleat unfortunately I ordered wrong size so exchanged for correct size Harkin defiantly well made .
Thanks to team for fast processing of exchanged product.
This clip makes rigging my laser easier less fiddling with knots fast delivery and great team
First time I’ve worn built in supports
Why did I wait so long
Great service right product delivered on time.
Ordered a clue strap great job
laser lighting postage and smooth action on my boom
Will use again
Great quality, fits well when using size chart to order. Quick delivery thanks again great service Sailing Chandlery
This is my third pair of these boots which I love . However if I was to be critical the sole wears out very quickly in my opinion. Also be careful taking them of make sure the laces are loose as using your heel to prise of the other foot can dislodge the sole.
So easy to use, works perfectly and has massively reduced the ware on my Hull and block. Highly recommended.
Made of substantial material and fits well.
Pleased with the cover. Fits well. As with all covers time will tell. Many thanks.