Mooring Line Size Guide
Specifying the correct size of mooring line for your boat not only provides the appropriate safety factor but can greatly improve onboard comfort.
Mooring lines cover a broad range of uses, from boat specific lengths custom made for your pontoon or mooring buoy, to anchoring, swinging moorings, tidal piers & rafting up.
For custom splicing of mooring lines or for further advice please email info@rope44.com or contact us on +44 (0)1394 248 707 to discuss.
| Yacht Length | Blue Ocean Dockline | 3 Strand Polyester |
|---|---|---|
| 6m / 20ft | 8-10 mm | 8-10 mm |
| 8 m / 26ft | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| 10 m / 33ft | 12 mm | 12 mm |
| 12 m / 39ft | 14 mm | 14 mm |
| 14 m / 46ft | 16 mm | 16 mm |
| 16 m / 53ft | Marina Grande Dockline* | Non Stock Item Contact for Delivery |
| 19 m / 62ft | Marina Grande Dockline* | Non Stock Item Contact for Delivery |
*Marina Grande is the suggested option for yachts requiring diameters above 16mm
This table is prepared as a guide only.
Tips
- For faster, simpler & more secure mooring operations we recommend the addition of a long loop eye splice in the end of mooring ropes
- For mooring lines attached to other hardware such as shackles or mooring rings we recommend the addition of a stainless steel thimble on the spliced eye to reduce chafe and related ware.
- For swinging moorings we recommend Octoplait - an 8 plait rope which won't unravel as 3 strand does if your swivel gets jammed.
- Wash your ropes as frequently as you can to keep them supple and remove the damaging salt crystals.