Re: [Paddlewise] Source for polypropylene line or rope

From: Joe P. <jpylka_at_earthlink.net>
Date: Thu, 11 Oct 2012 14:38:24 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
   You could also try Northwest River Supply in your area, or Nantahala Outdoor Center.  Both sell ropes specifically for throwbags in various lengths.
   Yes, definitely the rope should float (many good reasons for this).  I have no good idea what the conditions may be, but there are throwbags (and cordage available) containing either dynamic or static ropes -- i.e. they either stretch or they don't.  Stretch is best for rescuing a person, static best for pulling on a boat.  I believe the specs listed by either company will include this information.

Joe P.


-----Original Message-----
>From: Craig Jungers <crjungers_at_gmail.com>
>Sent: Oct 11, 2012 1:26 AM
>To: Pamvetdr_at_aol.com
>Cc: paddlewise_at_paddlewise.net
>Subject: Re: [Paddlewise] Source for polypropylene line or rope
>
>West Marine. You don't want nylon. You want the sort of line they might use
>for crab pots. They'll know if you just say "polypro" and add the word
>"floating".
>
>Craig
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