Dyneema rope
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miffy
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Just dragging deer off , a variety of ground, could be a clear fell or just up a bank
Dyneema is strong , way overkill for dragging deer .
If you like using a chain saw to cut through butter then any diameter dyneema will do it .
The problem is that dynnema is braded and dirt is it's enemy , once it gets dirty it needs cleaning otherwise it starts to fray from the inside out .
Also dyneema has a lower friction coeficient than teflon so knots do not usaully like to stay tied - this can be solved with braiding the rope - .
For your application i would suggest a rope which has a tight sheath around it ( more resistant to abraisons and dirt ingress ) any static 10mm rope would be more than enough ( of good quality ) or even a piece of webbing could do the same job .
I assumed here that you will be dragging the deer by hand hence the advice .
If you like using a chain saw to cut through butter then any diameter dyneema will do it .
The problem is that dynnema is braded and dirt is it's enemy , once it gets dirty it needs cleaning otherwise it starts to fray from the inside out .
Also dyneema has a lower friction coeficient than teflon so knots do not usaully like to stay tied - this can be solved with braiding the rope - .
For your application i would suggest a rope which has a tight sheath around it ( more resistant to abraisons and dirt ingress ) any static 10mm rope would be more than enough ( of good quality ) or even a piece of webbing could do the same job .
I assumed here that you will be dragging the deer by hand hence the advice .
Just dragging deer off , a variety of ground, could be a clear fell or just up a bank
Standard webbing material (as per car seatbelts).
Cheap as cheap can be, available in whatever length you like and whatever colour you like.
Because of the width it will not bite into you as rope will, and it is easy enough to tie a big surgeons loop in the end to enable you to get your arm through and put your shoulder into it on a long, flat drag.
I've used dyneema on lines for kites.
It's strong but needs careful looking after and I'd suggest it's not robust enough for exposure to mud etc
It's strong but needs careful looking after and I'd suggest it's not robust enough for exposure to mud etc
devon deer stalker
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10mm Navy Blue Double Braid Polyester Rope 100 Metre Reel - RopeServices UK is what I use with my capstan winch
miffy
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Thanks your advice , very helpful, the rope would be pulled by vehicle or winch.
Hand dragging we use a sledge, (if it's a bit to far.)
The rope is just another option.
Dirt will definitely be a common problem
miffy
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What I'm looking for is ,
Light maximum strength, smallest real, and as long as possible 200m+
This does the job if anyone knows where I can get it.
I've found it in 6mm but don't think it's up to the job.
So 10mm ish should be just fine.
Thanks for your help so far
Light maximum strength, smallest real, and as long as possible 200m+
This does the job if anyone knows where I can get it.
I've found it in 6mm but don't think it's up to the job.
So 10mm ish should be just fine.
Thanks for your help so far
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devon deer stalker
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I will repeat, not exactly what you are looking for but does work, you can buy in 200m lengths.
Dyneema is very strong but if you are dragging with a car that increases the chances of ruining the rope . It will be a very expensive mistake . Now if you insist to go there i would suggest a tight cover rope and not the usual nice looking open braided one . Like this one
10mm Red Dyneema Cruise Yachting Rope
Kingfisher's 10mm Red Dyneema Cruise Rope on a 100m reel. Braided Polyester over Dyneema - Strong, light and low stretch. Order Online for a Fast Delivery!
www.ropesdirect.co.uk
Hope this helps .
6mm good quality Dyneema i would expect it to have 3000kg of breaking load rating , which again from the sounds of it is more than you need but there is less rope there to chew through.What I'm looking for is ,
Light maximum strength, smallest real, and as long as possible 200m+
This does the job if anyone knows where I can get it.
I've found it in 6mm but don't think it's up to the job.
So 10mm ish should be just fine.
Thanks for your help so far
Hope all this helps
Tinki
I've got loads of that rope. Found it washed up on the beach. It doesn't last long once it starts to fray.What I'm looking for is ,
Light maximum strength, smallest real, and as long as possible 200m+
This does the job if anyone knows where I can get it.
I've found it in 6mm but don't think it's up to the job.
So 10mm ish should be just fine.
Thanks for your help so far
Rusty Gate
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Dynema is a dynamic rope that has give & used. Y climbers. Your use is better suited with a static rope which would be cheaper & if a plastic type easy to clean to
I would not say dyneema is a dynamic rope , it creeps under load very very slowly but its not dynamic . And it has never been used in clinbing due to its low melting point and inability to stretch . You cannot even use it as a static rope due to its low melting point .
Tinki
miffy
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Hi yes definitely helps (priceDyneema is very strong but if you are dragging with a car that increases the chances of ruining the rope . It will be a very expensive mistake . Now if you insist to go there i would suggest a tight cover rope and not the usual nice looking open braided one . Like this one
10mm Red Dyneema Cruise Yachting Rope
Kingfisher's 10mm Red Dyneema Cruise Rope on a 100m reel. Braided Polyester over Dyneema - Strong, light and low stretch. Order Online for a Fast Delivery!
Hope this helps .
) won't be happing.Many thanks for your knowledge
No worries Happy to helpHi yes definitely helps (price
Many thanks for your knowledge
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