Knots Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of polypropylene rope?
A
Polyprop is used for low -cost three strand rope, its a cheap mooring line and it floats
2
Q
What are the characteristics of Polyester rope?
A
Can be braided or three strand, it is strong with low stretch soutiable for mooring lines sheets and halyards
3
Q
Characteristics of Nylon rope?
A
Strong and stretches, good for mooring and anchoring where it absorbs shock loads, looses strength when wet.
