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Shop Sailboat Line by Diameter: 1mm - 12mm Line

West Coast Sailing carries over 80 different lines from 6 of the best rope manufacturers in diameters ranging from 1mm all the way up to 12mm. Use our handy category filters to narrow in on the specific diameter of lines that work for your application, and then pick the one that meets your exact criteria for performance, color, or price.


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  • 5mm Robline Dinghy Control Line

    5mm Dinghy Control Line

    Robline
    $1.18
    Dinghy Control Line from Robline is a great all around high-tech control line with Dyneema SK78 core. This 5mm version is ideal for all kinds of applications where you need the strength of a low-stretch core with the durability of a cover, such as using...
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  • 5mm Spectra Line

    5mm Samson Amsteel-Blue Dyneema Line

    Samson

    $1.20
    Amsteel Blue from Samson is a high-performance 12-strand single braid line made of 100% Dyneema fiber. It offers a high strength-to-weight ratio (stronger than steel) with very low stretch. High abrasion and cut resistance thanks to a Samthane coating...
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  • 6mm Alpha SSR Line

    6mm Alpha SSR Line

    Alpha Ropes
    $1.17
    6mm SSR from Alpha Ropes is a perfect larger diameter sail control line or sheet on small boats and designed with Olympic racers in mind. A single braid blend of Spectra and Cordura makes this line both durable and soft in the hand. Very similar to...
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  • 6mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line Blue 6mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line Green

    6mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line

    Robline
    $1.31
    Robline Admiral 5000 is an allround rope that is easy to splice and taper while offering highest breaking load values at the same time. Recommended for halyards on larger boards where low stretch is required. Admiral 5000 is made for sailors and...
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    $1.31
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  • 6mm Robline Dinghy Control Line

    6mm Robline Dinghy Control Line

    Robline
    $1.68
    Dinghy Control Line from Robline is a great all around high-tech control line with Dyneema® SK78 core. This 6mm version is ideal for all kinds of applications where you need the strength of a low-stretch core with the durability of a cover, such as...
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    $1.68
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  • 6mm Robline Orion 300 Line Green 6mm Robline Orion 300 Line Red

    6mm Robline Orion 300 Line

    Robline
    $0.52
    Robline Orion 300 is a versatile all-round rope featuring a traditional design. Its high UV resistance, longevity, and great ease of handling make this product a benchmark for many recreational and cruising applications. The soft hand and durable...
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    $0.52
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  • 6mm Samson Ultra-Lite Line

    6mm Samson Ultra-Lite Line

    Samson
    $1.05
    Samson Ultra-Lite is lightweight, floating double braid line with a modest strength/weight ratio and a great price point. This 6 mm version is ideal for light-wind sheets for the club racer or performance cruiser and features a Dyneema SK-75/MFP...
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    $1.05
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  • 8mm Orion 300 Line Blue 8mm Orion 300 Line Green

    8mm Robline Orion 300 Line

    Robline
    $0.73
    Robline Orion 300 is a versatile all-round rope featuring a traditional design. Its high UV resistance, longevity, and great ease of handling make this product a benchmark for many recreational and cruising applications. The soft hand and durable...
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    $0.73
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  • 8mm Alpha SSR Line

    8mm Alpha SSR Line

    Alpha Ropes
    $1.68
    8mm SSR from Alpha Ropes is a perfect larger diameter sail control line or sheet on small boats and designed with Olympic racers in mind. A single braid blend of Spectra and Cordura makes this line both durable and soft in the hand. Very similar to...
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    $1.68
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  • 8mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line Green 8mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line Green

    8mm Robline Admiral 5000 Line

    Robline
    $2.01
    Robline Admiral 5000 is an allround rope that is easy to splice and taper while offering highest breaking load values at the same time. Recommended for halyards on larger boards where low stretch is required. Admiral 5000 is made for sailors and...
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    $2.01
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  • 8mm Samson Ultra-Lite Line

    8mm Samson Ultra-Lite Line

    Samson
    $1.38
    Samson Ultra-Lite is lightweight, floating double braid line with a modest strength/weight ratio and a great price point. This 8 mm version is ideal for light-wind sheets for the club racer or performance cruiser and features a Dyneema SK-75/MFP...
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    $1.38
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  • 10mm Robline Orion 300 Line Blue 10mm Robline Orion 300 Line Green

    10mm Robline Orion 300 Line

    Robline
    $1.11
    Robline Orion 300 is a versatile all-round rope featuring a traditional design. Its high UV resistance, longevity, and great ease of handling make this product a benchmark for many recreational and cruising applications. The soft hand and durable...
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    $1.11
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Line Diameter Guide

Recommended Diameter by Application & Boat Length

Application

Boat Length
10 - 18 Feet

Boat Length
18 - 24 Feet
Boat Length
24 - 32 Feet
Boat Length
32 - 38 Feet
Boat Length
38 - 45 Feet
Boat Length
45 - 52 Feet
Main Halyard 6mm / 1/4 in  6mm / 1/4 in 8mm / 5/16 in  8mm / 5/16 in  9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in
Jib/Genoa Halyard 6mm / 1/4 in  6mm / 1/4 in 8mm / 5/16 in  8mm / 5/16 in  9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in
Spinnaker Halyard 6mm / 1/4 in  6mm / 1/4 in  8mm / 5/16 in 9mm / 3/8 in  9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in
Topping Lift 6mm / 1/4 in 6mm / 1/4 in 8mm / 5/16 in 9mm / 3/8 in 9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in
Mainsheet 8mm / 5/16 in 9mm / 3/8 in 9mm / 3/8 in 
9mm / 3/8 in  11mm / 7/16 in 12mm / 1/2 in
Jib/Genoa Sheet 6mm / 1/4 in 8mm / 5/16 in 9mm / 3/8 in  9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in 12mm / 1/2 in
Spinnaker Sheet 6mm / 1/4 in 8mm / 5/16 in 8mm / 5/16 in 8mm / 5/16 in 9mm / 3/8 in 9mm / 3/8 in
Tack Line 5mm / 3/16 in 6mm / 1/4 in 9mm / 3/8 in 9mm / 3/8 in  9mm / 3/8 in 11mm / 7/16 in
 

MM to Inch
Conversion Chart

 1mm = 3/64 inch  2mm = 5/64 inch  3mm = 1/8 inch 4mm = 5/32 inch  5mm = 3/16 inch  6mm = 1/4 inch
7mm = 9/32 inch   8mm = 5/16 inch  9mm = 3/8 inch  10mm = 25/64 inch  11mm = 7/16 inch 12mm = 1/2 inch 

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