Category
Rope Care & Selection
3-Strand vs Double-Braid: Choosing the Right Rope for the Job
Twisted (3-strand) and double-braid rope behave differently under load, splice differently, and suit different jobs. Here's how to tell them apart and pick the right one.
Whipping a Rope End: Common Whipping vs Sailmaker's Whipping
Whipping binds a rope end with twine so it can't fray or unlay. Here's how the common (plain) whipping and the more durable sailmaker's whipping differ, and when to use each.