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Old 06-02-2023, 09:29   #1
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Marlow Blue Ocean double braid line for sheets

Has anyone tried out the Marlow Blue Ocean double braid which is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles?

It's somewhat new in Marlow's lineup which is making it hard to find any reviews online. I'm considering it for genoa sheets on a cruising boat (don't need super low stretch but looking for moderate / mid-grade performance).

The Blue Ocean is well priced ($1.46/ft for 12mm at my local Fisheries Supply) and it says it has a soft feel on the hands, which would make it good for headsail sheets.

I would normally go with Sta-Set but considering trying something new. If anything, Blue Ocean has cooler colors than boring old Sta-Set (more comparable to euro style like New England's Endura braid, which is too expensive for my budget).

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Re: Marlow Blue Ocean double braid line for sheets

Wonder the difference between that and Dacron? UV protection?
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Re: Marlow Blue Ocean double braid line for sheets

I have used it and spliced it and find it indistinguishable from Sta-set. It's fine, high-quality line.
Don't know how durable it is, since it's new on the market, but I like it so far.
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