Pull rope size
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I’ve been using this 1/2” x 200’ Twisted Strand Nylon Rope for years with great success. Pulled everything from 3-person PWCs (two on a single rope) to a 25’ Nordic closed bow boat (approx. 3800 lbs) through some pretty rough seas.
Bought a pair, they also serve as houseboat anchor/mooring lines. After drying, they are stored in blue 5 gal Lowe’s buckets to prevent tangling.
Bought a pair, they also serve as houseboat anchor/mooring lines. After drying, they are stored in blue 5 gal Lowe’s buckets to prevent tangling.
1/2"x200' Twisted 3 Strand Nylon Rope Thimble | eBay
1/2"x200' twisted three strand Nylon rope. It should be kept off the floor and placed on racks to provide ventilation. The breaking strain of this rope is 5850LB.
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Towing boat behind houseboat question
Hi everyone! I have a question about towing our new Ranger behind the houseboat. I am new to houseboating and confused about what type of rope I need to purchase to haul the boat. Is there a specific kind most houseboaters use to pull a heavy boat? Thanks in advance!
We use a 1/2” 75’ Gold braid line. Used it for years, pulled a 21’ Bayliner, and 21’ bassboats
Ryan
Keeper of San Juan Secrets
I use this for my Malibu.
Definitely cheaper than my gold braid. Makes me wonder what the breakage and tow rating for the gold braid is.
Whatever option you choose, I highly recommend using a floating tow line. The floating option takes away one worry when having to stop the boat for a minute while under tow knowing that the tow line likely is not going to foul your props as the wind blows you sideways.
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