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Review on πŸͺ Emma Kites 100% UHMWPE Braided Cord: Heavy Duty Abrasion Resistance and Low Stretch Utility Cord for Kitesurfing, Whoopie Rigging, Spearfishing, Kayak Survival Repair - 900~7700 lbs Spool by Leo Fairchild

Revainrating 2 out of 5

Disappointed with the coating

Good quality Dynema is slippery but the Dynema cord itself is soft and quite flexible. This line has a number of specific problems. At first it looks like they're going to cover it with a very heavy wax. When washing with soap and water in a bucket, a ton of black/dark stuff comes out of the line. Because of the coating, it slips through standard sail grommets. This line is not soft either. The first impression is the same as that of the cheap yellow nylon rope you can buy at the hardware store. It is very stiff, which makes splicing difficult. Overall I am very disappointed with the product. If it is in fact a line made of HDPE or UHMWPE, simplified processes were used in the manufacture. DO NOT buy it for sailing or sailboat racing. Buy the reputable Dyneema brand amsteel line.

Pros
  • Great for a small house
Cons
  • Some difficulties