Fineline Ropes NZ — New Zealand's Leading Marine Rope Manufacturer

When you pick up a Fineline rope, you're holding a piece of New Zealand manufacturing history. Fineline Marine is NZ's leading cordage manufacturer — a family-owned business based in Auckland that has been making world-class ropes and braids since the Lawrence family started their first braiding operation in 1937.

Co-founded by Peter and Evan Lawrence, Fineline Marine designs and manufactures its ropes in a custom-built Auckland factory using the finest German and Spanish braiding and twisting technology available. Every Fineline rope is made from premium raw materials sourced from around the world and crafted right here in New Zealand.

Why Fineline? The NZ-Made Advantage

There's a reason Fineline ropes are used by medal-winning Kiwi sailors — from Orma 60s and GC32s right down to Moths and 470s. Here's what sets them apart:

• Made in Auckland, NZ — Not imported. Every rope is manufactured in their Auckland factory
• Family-owned since 1937 — 75+ years of textile expertise spanning three generations
• World-class quality — Used by New Zealand's top competitive sailors and exported to over 35 countries
• Premium materials — Only the finest fibres including Dyneema SK75, Vectran, polyester, nylon, and polypropylene
• Large stocks + made to order — Standard sizes always in stock; custom lengths and specifications available on request

The Fineline Range at Action Outdoors

At Action Outdoors, we carry the full range of Fineline ropes and braids. Whether you need a 2mm Dyneema control line for your racing dinghy or a 24mm nylon dockline for your launch, we've got it in stock.

High-Performance Yacht Ropes

For racing and serious cruising sailors, Fineline's Advantage Dyneema range is the gold standard. These ropes feature a high-strength SK75 Dyneema core wrapped in a durable polyester cover — giving you incredible strength-to-weight ratio with minimal stretch. Available from 2mm right up to 22mm, by the metre or 100m spools.

• Advantage Dyneema Yacht Braids — 2mm to 22mm, for halyards, sheets, and control lines
• Premier Vectran Lines — Ultra-high strength, zero-creep rigging for fixed loads
• Dinghy Control Lines — 4-6mm with Dyneema core for racing dinghies

Classic Yacht Braids

Fineline's Classic Polyester Double Braid is NZ's top-selling yacht braid — ideal for sheets, halyards, downhauls, runners, and reefing lines. Available in standard white/fleck and a beautiful traditional tan for classic boats.

• Classic Polyester Yacht Braid — 4mm to 22mm, by metre or 100m reel
• Traditional Yacht Braid (Tan) — Warm classic look, same quality construction

General Marine & Utility Ropes

Not every rope needs to be high-tech. Fineline also makes excellent general marine ropes for everyday boat owners:

• Nylon Docklines — 8-24mm, UV-stabilised mooring rope with great shock absorption
• Lite Line — Lightweight floating polypropylene rope, perfect for general marine use
• Softline — Soft-touch control line that's easy on the hands
• Luff Cord — 100% braided polyester for sailmakers
• Sash Cord — Traditional hard-lay cord for windows and general use

Equestrian Ropes

Fineline's HJ Series flat braid horse lead ropes are a favourite with equestrians — soft polyester flat braid that's UV-stabilised and available in multiple colours. Available in 100m reels or cut by the metre.

Large Stocks in Auckland — Plus Made to Order

We keep large stocks of the full Fineline range at our Auckland shop at 1/348 Rosebank Road, Avondale. Most sizes and types are available for immediate purchase or same-day shipping.

Need something specific? Fineline's Auckland factory can produce made-to-order ropes in custom lengths, colours, and specifications. Just ask us — we work directly with Fineline to get you exactly what you need.

Shop Fineline Ropes Online

Browse the full Fineline range at Action Outdoors:

• All Fineline Marine Cordage
• High Performance Yacht Ropes
• Classic Polyester Double Braid
• General Marine Ropes
• Horse Lead Ropes

Questions? Call us on 09 820 8023 or email sales@actionoutdoors.kiwi. We're happy to help you find the right rope for your application.