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  • mooring ropes for use on a boat

    A guide to mooring rope maintenance

    Never under-estimate the value of well-kept mooring lines. Crucial in protecting your boat from the damage that can result following a mooring rope break, they also form part of that...

  • Boats using rope boat fenders

    Which boat fenders do I need?

    This is a question we get asked time and time again, here at Ropes Direct. Boat fenders are an essential piece of boating equipment. But if you’re setting sail for...

  • What is Manilla Rope?

    What is Manila Rope? And Uses

    Manila Rope is a natural fibre rope which has been in use for centuries in a huge range of applications, owing to its durability, flexibility, strength and resistance to water...

  • The beginners guide to sailing knots

    The Beginners’ Guide To Sailing Knots

    If you’re looking to take up sailing, two of the things you will need is some good rope for mooring and rigging, among other things, and the ability to tie...

  • The advantages of tie-down boat covers

    Our rope is ideal for tying boat covers, if you are still toying with the idea of using a cover for your boat read this blog, it should help.

  • Dock line blue

    Spring cleaning tips for boaters

    Ropes at the ready the new season is finally here, prime your boat ready for action with our free to use craft cleaning suggestions