Quick Summary
This 3/8 in x 114 ft double-braided polyester halyard rope is described for sailboat rigging, including mainsails, jibs, and spinnakers. It has a pre-spliced eye and a stainless steel key shackle.
The listed tensile strength is 4,850 lb. Check that the rope and shackle suit your rigging setup, and do not treat tensile strength as an allowable working load.
Key Details
| Detail | Product information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Rope size | 3/8 in diameter x 114 ft long. Compare these dimensions with your rigging requirements and hardware. |
| Construction | Double-braided polyester, described as low-stretch. |
| Tensile strength | 4,850 lb stated tensile strength. This is not a working-load rating. |
| End treatment | Pre-spliced eye; the ends and splice are described as machine-whipped, heat-sealed, and adhesive-wrapped. |
| Shackle | Stainless steel key shackle. |
| Warranty | A 1-year manufacturer warranty is listed. Check the applicable terms. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Rope dimensions: Confirm that the 3/8 in diameter and 114 ft length work for your intended line and rigging layout.
- Hardware fit: Check the rope and shackle against the blocks, clutches, sheaves, and attachment point in your setup. The product description does not identify compatible hardware models.
- Load requirements: Compare your application’s requirements with an appropriate working-load rating. The listed 4,850 lb figure is tensile strength, not a stated working-load limit.
What Is Included
The described configuration includes the rope with a pre-spliced eye and a stainless steel key shackle. The rope is also described as suitable for use as a halyard, control line, sheet, or general rigging line. Confirm the selected configuration includes the components you need.
Important Limitations
No working-load rating or rigging-specific operating instructions are provided. The stated tensile strength alone does not establish suitability for a particular sail, vessel, or rigging arrangement. Confirm the requirements for your setup before use.
Before You Decide
Check the rope’s diameter and length, confirm the eye and shackle fit your hardware, and verify the applicable working-load requirements. Review the manufacturer warranty terms if warranty coverage matters to your decision.
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