Topic: Has anyone used this synthetic rope brand?

[joe_sojka]

So I was searching for synthetic ropes, comparing prices, and I came across this one brand that I'm a little skeptical of but they're offering such a great deal. I'll post the link but the brand is Arachni. The rope is 100 ft x 7/16 and has a strength rating of 30,000 lbs.
Along with a heavy duty removable hook they guarantee a long list of features:

"Arachni Synthetic Rope is 5 times stronger than steel on an equal weight basis, yet, at the same time, is lightweight, flexible and comfortable.
Ropes are rated up to 30,000 Lbs and made with a kevlar blend making it an ideal product to run against the drum without fear of degradation.
Fibers of Arachni consist of long molecular chains produced from poly-paraphenylene terephthalamide. The chains are highly oriented with strong interchain bonding which result in a unique combination of properties.
 General Features of Arachni Rope:
•         High Tensile Strength at Low Weight
•         Low Elongation to Break High Modulus (Structural Rigidity)
•         Excellent Dimensional Stability
•         High Cut Resistance
•         Flame Resistant, Self-Extinguishing
These 12-Strand ropes are extremely strong with minimal stretch and very good abrasion resistance. Ropes are urethane coated for extra abrasion resistance. Ropes are 100ft and come with a 6 foot rock protector sleeve Metal Thimble and heat shrink protection.
Specifications:
Key Material: Poly-paraphenylene terephthalamide (kevlar)
Length: 100 feet
Diameter: 7/16"
Rated Strength: 30,000 lbs
Warranty: 3 years, no questions asked"

Just wanna know if anyone currently runs this brand or knows anyone who does and what their feedback is on it. Thanks.

Link:
http://olympusoffroad.3dcartstores.com/Arachni-Synthetic-Winch-Line-Green_p_36.html

[Jeffy]

I've never heard of them but they seems to be selling hard on POR4x4.  I don't know anyone who uses ropes other then for extensions.  I've been running a cable since the 90's.

The thing to look for is who actually makes the rope and if it's a brand name for a generic rope.  I don't think there's been any major changes in the ropes since they initially came out.  Only guy's I see with them are those who are sponsored or those who don't use their winches at all.

With that said, I've been thinking about replacing my cable with a winch to save weight and gain some of the safety aspects but then I don't use my winch much anymore and I'm not dragging it over rocks.  It's not high on my list though.

[joe_sojka]

This was replied to me on another forum:

"I've never heard of them, but I have found the following information:

Most ropes are UHMWPE (Dyneema,Spectra).

http://www.christinedemerchant.com/aram ... stics.html

aramid (Kevlar) fibers are very heat resistant but are susceptible to bend fatigue. This is not ideal for off-road winching since winch lines are repeatedly bent around radiuses, such as a fairleads or snatch blocks.

FYI You can get Dyneema from west marine by the foot"