TeamElla Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Where do you buy your rope? This on-line supplier looks good "on paper." I like the fact that you can specify how the ends are made off (and the prices are good too). Has anyone any experience of this supplier?:- http://www.ropeservicesuk.com/mooring-ropes/navy-blue-mooring-ropes/12mm-navy-blue-mooring-rope-from-0.90-per-metre Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayandCarole Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 https://www.jimmygreen.co.uk Used these people last year to redo the yacht running rigging with good results Ray & Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hi Ellaboat.. I believe that's who I used to get my ropes, although I believe I used their ebay shop although it's probably cheaper direct. Very good service.. great price and fast delivery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveRolaves Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Eye marine at the Gunshed in Levington near Ipswich will be able to supply what you want. The rope is quality stuff at good prices. They have a website or if you live locally you can call in and buy what you need. They offer a splicing service as well. Dave R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Jimmy Green is well thought of on the Drascombe forum, and I suspect others too. As a result I've used them, excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamElla Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Thanks both for the replies. I need new mooring ropes, so I shall be giving the "rope services" people an order. Alan, I see that you're just down the road from me. That's 2 of us with 4+ marinas on our doorsteps and yet we choose to travel over 130 miles to our moorings! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Alan, I see that you're just down the road from me. That's 2 of us with 4+ marinas on our doorsteps and yet we choose to travel over 130 miles to our moorings! We tried it locally but the odd weekend sail to Queenborough, the acres of Medway "silt" and Medway councils incompetence in investing in the river meant we ran back to the broads... it's heaven in comparison.. Were are you moored? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamElla Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 St. Olaves (since 2001) Rgds, Steve T. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I note that Rope Services offer 'bondage ropes'! Surely that is another word for mooring rope? I keep my old girl moored up fore and aft, complete with breast and stern ropes. In the meantime I wonder if Jeckells sell them too? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 St. Olaves (since 2001) Rgds, Steve T. We are round the corner in Somerleyton (since april ).. Will look out for you when out and about! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grendel Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 being that you are in the area, have you thought about a trip to the ropery at Chatham dockyard, I have bought rope there in the past, and I don't think they only do natural ropes, I believe they also use artificial fibres. grendel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Labrador Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 If you keep your boat on the broads buy locally. Norfolk Marine, Ronny Dack at at Landamores, to name just two will make up rope to your requirements. If you can afford a boat and mooring, surely you're not that poverty stricken, to have to buy elsewhere to save a few pence per metre. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 If you keep your boat on the broads buy locally. Norfolk Marine, Ronny Dack at at Landamores, to name just two will make up rope to your requirements. If you can afford a boat and mooring, surely you're not that poverty stricken, to have to buy elsewhere to save a few pence per metre. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS! May I also suggest Brian Wards.. Service with a smile.. Plus members get a 10% discount for mentioning "NBN"... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExUserGone Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 The original link doesn't actually say whay it's made of, nylon/polyester/terylene/polypropylene all have different characteristics in use, that would put me off them. I've used boatropes.co.uk a few times and had good deals and samples sent out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 I can afford to go boating only because I do shop around! Even on that basis I sometimes end up at 'Nearest & Dearest' at Wroxham, or is it Hoveton? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Brian Ward's also offer a splicing service, have a word with Tanya or Nick. Regards Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayandCarole Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 +1 for Brian Wards Short walk from Bells and always helpful and informative and nothing is ever too much trouble, buy as much or as little as you want cant recommend them highly enough. But damn I keep forgetting to request the forum discount grrrr Only used Jimmy Greens as they seem to be specialist riggers and was abroad at the time Ray & Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Alan, splicing is a doddle, just buy a Swedish fid and save pounds! http://www.animatedknots.com/splice/index.php?Categ=splicing&LogoImage=LogoGrog.jpg&Website=www.animatedknots.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hi Ray, Open an account at Brian Ward's tell Tanya & Nick and you will automatically get your discount. Regards Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayandCarole Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Thanks Alan Didnt think about an account Go in there most days when on the boat for few bits and bobs (usually on way back from the Yare ) Will do that later this week Ray & Carole Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hi Peter, "Alan, splicing is a doddle, just buy a Swedish fid and save pounds!"I have had a fid and a number of other aids for splicing, I made up our dock lines, all I need to do it nail them to the dock because they seem to have legs.RegardsAlan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayandCarole Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Alan Splicing Was brought up in my formative days at sea splicing large wires and ropes but could never get my head round multiplait. Of course only machine splices with appropriate certification are allowed thes days. Often sit on the back of the boat, riverbank or pontoon splicing various bits for the boat and people come over and say wahat are you doing and are fascinated when you explain to them Hey ho sign of old age I guess, bit like knitting and crochet Ray & Carole 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baitrunner Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Alan but your ropes were a perfect fit for our boat!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyrider Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 How long should a mooring rope be and what thickness for a 20ft motor boat please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baitrunner Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Jim, You will get lots of answers on this one!! You will probably get away with 10mm or even 8mm, but i would go for 12mm as it's easier on the hands. especially if cold and wet! My front lines are just long enough to go from the forward cleat and not foul the prop if accidentally dropped over the side while moving. The stern lines are a few feet shorter, but you may want to keep them the same length for ease of use (I have a 38ft boat so decided I didn't need really long stern lines). You may find if you follow how I do it that your lines may be a bit short at 15ft or so. I guess longer is better than shorter in this case. I also cheat as the crew doesn't like having to keep changing the ropes over from Port to Stbd so I have 2 sets hooked up and ready to go all the time. I also have a few shorter lines that I use for springs if needed. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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