What is Bungee Cord? Bungee cord is the most readily used name for cord with a core that is composed of elastic strands coated in a woven sheath. Other names used for this type of rope are “shock cord” and “elastic cord”. Bungee is often spelt “bungie”. The elastic strands within the core of bungee […]

As we enter into the Summer, you most probably want to get your children off of their game consoles and out into the fresh air to enjoy the sunlight for the coming months. This Summer make sure your kids are outside in the sunshine having fun! Ropes Direct have a whole host of rope-based play […]

As boy scouts children are taught how to tie varying knots. In fact, there are some pretty cool badges to be won for any kids who are able to respond to different scouting challenges with the use of the right ropes and knots. Plus, any outdoorsman or boatsman can describe to you the importance of […]

When it comes time to move a fragile, heavy or awkward item, we can often find ourselves looking around for something to secure it with – a rope, a belt, or a strap – but often even our most ingenious ad-hoc lashings aren’t enough to guarantee a safe, stress-free journey. Thankfully, whether you are in […]

Not only do ropes come in all shapes and sizes, but they can also be used in a variety of ways. While some creative minds choose to decorate household items with sisal ropes, sailors, on the other hand, appreciate the safety value of strong lines as they anchor boats to harbour. And if we inspected […]