A simple overcasting prevents fraying… but the Dyneema® stitched overcasting goes much further: resistant, durable and elegant, it guarantees a perfect fit.
An HMPE / Dyneema splice can slide without load.
Discover how to secure it permanently with a few simple and effective stitches.
A single braid splice is ideal for finishing an HMPE or Dyneema rope.
But if it is not under tension, it can come undone by itself!
Apprenez à réaliser le nœud de chaise — un grand classique du matelotage. Simple, sûr et facile à dénouer, il reste indispensable à bord pour vos manœuvres et amarrages.
Mark your sail settings with a Dyneema® whipping – precise marks, UV resistance and professional finish. Discover Gorilla Ropes.
Le Dyneema® / HMPE est une fibre légère, hydrophobe et ultra résistante — mais aussi redoutablement difficile à couper ✂️
Dans ce Tuto du Gorille, on teste trois types de ciseaux pour découvrir le seul qui assure une coupe nette et précise.
💡 Si vous travaillez vos surliures ou épissures, ce test va vous éviter bien des frustrations !
Dyneema® / HMPE lashing is a simple, fast alternative to a soft shackle. Easy to make, strong, and perfect as a quick fix, it’s an essential onboard technique to know.
Polyester, Technora or HMPE / Dyneema: how can you tell them apart? 🔥
A simple burn test reveals their differences. Watch the video to discover why choosing the right fibre is essential for the safety, performance and durability of your running rigging. ⚓
In the world of rigging, details make all the difference. Two actions are constantly repeated on board— cleanly cutting a halyard and replacing a rope with a messenger loop —and determine safety, reliability, and longevity.
