In stock
- SKU
- PRR220
Splice options Cruiser XTS
1. Whipping / Takeling / Takling
2.
Eye splice with Inox thimble
Oogsplits met RVS puntkous
Spleiß auf Inox-kausch
3.
Eye splice for low friction ring
Oogsplits voor low friction ring
Augspleiß für führungsring
4. Eye splice / Oogsplits / Augspleiß
5.
Reeving eye - Flemish eye
Flaams oog - Inscheer oog
Flämisches auge – Einscher-Schlaufe
6.
End to end splice (endless)
Doorlopende lijn (eindeloos)
Endlosleinen
7.
Extra chafe cover
Extra slijtmantel
Anspleißen eines zusätzlichen mantel
8.
Eye splice for shackle
Oogsplits voor sluiting
Augspleiß für schäkel
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Cruiser XTS, the double braided polyester halyard and sheet rope for cruising sailors
Upgrade your running rigging with Cruiser XTS, the double braided high tenacity polyester rope that sets the standard for cruising yachts. Low stretch, superb abrasion resistance and outstanding UV stability make this the rope you can trust on every passage, from coastal cruising to extended offshore sailing.
Premiumropes developed Cruiser XTS for sailors who demand quality that lasts. Its balanced construction runs smoothly through blocks, feels great in hand and is fully spliceable. Order online, choose your splice options and receive your custom rope within days, delivered to your home or marina.
Cruiser XTS as halyards, sheets and control lines on your sailboat
Cruiser XTS is a versatile yachting rope designed for halyards, sheets and control lines on sailing boats of all sizes. Available from ø3mm to ø18mm in up to 16 colours per diameter, it is ready from stock and can be spliced to your exact specification.
- Ready from stock, custom spliced to order. Choose your diameter, colour and splice options. Premiumropes completes splicing within a few days and ships directly to you.
- Proven over more than 10 years at sea. Cruiser XTS has earned the trust of cruising sailors worldwide through consistent performance and exceptional durability.
- Available from ø3mm to ø18mm in up to 16 colours per diameter. Match your rope to your boat, your winch size and your personal colour scheme.
Technical features of Cruiser XTS
- High breaking load. Made from high tenacity polyester with a high fibre volume, Cruiser XTS achieves a breaking load above the industry average for its diameter.
- Long service life. Premiumropes has offered Cruiser XTS for many years and receives consistent positive feedback from sailors who rely on it season after season.
- UV and abrasion resistant. Coated high-quality fibres provide strong UV stability. The braided cover construction delivers excellent abrasion resistance in daily use.
- Smooth and flexible. The balanced braid runs smoothly through blocks and purchase systems, reducing wear on both the rope and your hardware.
- Low elongation. High tenacity polyester fibres keep stretch minimal, giving you direct and precise control of your sails.
Click here to read more
Sheets made from Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS performs reliably as an easy-to-handle, durable sheet for a wide range of sails and rigging setups.
- Jib and genoa sheets. Cruiser XTS makes excellent jibsheets for overlapping genoas and smaller headsails. Connect using a spliced softlash. Dinghies use ø6mm, small sailboats ø8 to ø10mm, and yachts ø10mm to ø14mm to match the self-tailer on your winch.
- Mainsheets. Cruiser XTS runs smoothly through purchase systems and grips well on winches. It has the strength and flexibility needed for safe mainsail handling on both systems.
- Spinnaker and gennaker sheets. The smooth construction and wide colour range make Cruiser XTS a natural fit for spinnaker and gennaker setups.
Halyards with spliced shackles from Cruiser XTS
The option to splice shackles directly into Cruiser XTS makes it a first-choice halyard for cruising yachts and daysailors.
- Jib and genoa halyards. Choose a snap shackle or halyard shackle to be spliced in for a reliable, low-stretch halyard with the strength needed to hoist your headsail securely.
- Spinnaker halyards. A swivel shackle spliced into Cruiser XTS gives fast, reliable spinnaker handling. Bright colour options make identification easy at the mast.
- Main halyard. Cruiser XTS is an excellent choice for your main halyard. Use a halyard shackle or bar shackle on smaller diameters.
Trim and control lines made from Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS is compatible with cam cleats, clutches and stoppers, making it suitable for almost all control line applications. The colour range allows you to create a logical colour-coded system on board. Typical control line applications include:
- Traveller line. Precise control of your traveller car for optimal sail shape.
- Outhaul line. Handles the load of flattening or powering up your mainsail efficiently.
- Cunningham. Strong enough for precise luff tensioning to improve upwind performance.
- Reefing lines. Ensures a reliable and secure reef in your mainsail.
How does Cruiser XTS compare to standard polyester and Dyneema ropes?
Cruiser XTS sits in the performance sweet spot for cruising sailors: significantly stronger and more durable than standard polyester, and far more affordable and easier to handle than high-end Dyneema ropes. The table below shows how the three rope types compare across the factors that matter most on a cruising yacht.
| Property | Standard polyester | Cruiser XTS (high tenacity polyester) | Dyneema core rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breaking load | Standard | Above industry average | Very high |
| Elongation | Moderate | Low | Very low |
| UV resistance | Good | Very good, coated fibres | Good to very good |
| Abrasion resistance | Good | Very good | Cover-dependent |
| Spliceable | Yes | Yes | Yes, specialist splice required |
| Handling and feel | Soft | Soft, smooth through blocks | Can be stiff depending on cover |
| Price level | Low | Mid, excellent value for quality | High |
| Best suited for | Budget cruising | Cruising yachts, daysailors, all-round use | Racing, performance cruising |
Choosing the right diameter and length of Cruiser XTS
Halyard diameter and length advice
As your boat gets larger, your Cruiser XTS halyard should increase in diameter to carry the load and keep stretch to a minimum. Refer to our rope advice on diameter for a full recommendation table.
Always check that your chosen diameter fits the sheaves in your mast. Most clutches grip best when the halyard diameter is close to the clutch maximum. If your current diameter works well, order Cruiser XTS in the same size.
As a rule of thumb: order your main halyard and jib halyard at 2.5 times the mast length. For spinnaker halyards, use three times the mast length.
Sheet diameter and length advice
To find the correct length and diameter for your sheets, refer to our tables on rope diameter and rope length. If your current setup is working well, ordering Cruiser XTS in the same dimensions is a safe and reliable choice.
Splicing options for Cruiser XTS
Which splices are commonly ordered?
Cruiser XTS splices beautifully. For halyards, the standard finish is an eye splice on one end and a flemish eye on the other. For sheets, an eye splice combined with a shackle or soft shackle is the most popular choice. Full details and photos are available in the product page infobox.
How to splice Cruiser XTS yourself
Splicing Cruiser XTS is straightforward. Premiumropes teaches all common splices in the online course splicing modern ropes. Step-by-step instructions are also available in the Splicing App, the book Splicing Modern Ropes and our splicing videos on YouTube.
Watch how an eye splice is made in a double braided rope like Cruiser XTS:
Construction and materials of Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS is braided from high tenacity polyester fibres using a balanced double braid construction. The core is 12-braided three-over-three. The cover is 16-plaited up to ø8mm and 24-plaited from ø10mm upwards. This construction delivers high strength, low elongation and smooth handling across the full diameter range.
Breaking load data and weight per diameter are listed in the tables below.
Ready to upgrade your running rigging? Order Cruiser XTS online, configure your splice options and receive your custom rope within days.
| Diameter mm | Strength in kg | Weight kg/100 m |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 390 | 0.8 |
| 4 | 575 | 1.2 |
| 5 | 825 | 2.0 |
| 6 | 1150 | 2.7 |
| 8 | 1825 | 4.9 |
| 10 | 2750 | 7.5 |
| 12 | 3850 | 10.8 |
| 14 | 5100 | 14.5 |
| 16 | 7250 | 18.7 |
| 18 | 8150 | 25.9 |
| Function | Main halyard, Genoa halyard, Spinnaker halyard, Main sheet, Genoa sheet, Spinnaker sheet, Outhaul, Vang, Cunningham, Backstay (runner), Topping lift, Reefing lines, Furler lines, Spinnaker pole up, Spinnaker pole down, Burgee halyard |
|---|---|
| Segment | Motor Yacht, Sailing Yacht, Cruising Yacht, Racing Yacht, Dinghy |
| Stretch | Low |
| Construction | Double Braid |
| Cover | Polyester |
| Core | Polyester |
| Spliceable | Yes |
| Colour | Antracite Grey, Beige, Black, Blue, Green, Navy Blue, Red, White |
| Diameter | 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm |
Cruiser XTS, the double braided polyester halyard and sheet rope for cruising sailors
Upgrade your running rigging with Cruiser XTS, the double braided high tenacity polyester rope that sets the standard for cruising yachts. Low stretch, superb abrasion resistance and outstanding UV stability make this the rope you can trust on every passage, from coastal cruising to extended offshore sailing.
Premiumropes developed Cruiser XTS for sailors who demand quality that lasts. Its balanced construction runs smoothly through blocks, feels great in hand and is fully spliceable. Order online, choose your splice options and receive your custom rope within days, delivered to your home or marina.
Cruiser XTS as halyards, sheets and control lines on your sailboat
Cruiser XTS is a versatile yachting rope designed for halyards, sheets and control lines on sailing boats of all sizes. Available from ø3mm to ø18mm in up to 16 colours per diameter, it is ready from stock and can be spliced to your exact specification.
- Ready from stock, custom spliced to order. Choose your diameter, colour and splice options. Premiumropes completes splicing within a few days and ships directly to you.
- Proven over more than 10 years at sea. Cruiser XTS has earned the trust of cruising sailors worldwide through consistent performance and exceptional durability.
- Available from ø3mm to ø18mm in up to 16 colours per diameter. Match your rope to your boat, your winch size and your personal colour scheme.
Technical features of Cruiser XTS
- High breaking load. Made from high tenacity polyester with a high fibre volume, Cruiser XTS achieves a breaking load above the industry average for its diameter.
- Long service life. Premiumropes has offered Cruiser XTS for many years and receives consistent positive feedback from sailors who rely on it season after season.
- UV and abrasion resistant. Coated high-quality fibres provide strong UV stability. The braided cover construction delivers excellent abrasion resistance in daily use.
- Smooth and flexible. The balanced braid runs smoothly through blocks and purchase systems, reducing wear on both the rope and your hardware.
- Low elongation. High tenacity polyester fibres keep stretch minimal, giving you direct and precise control of your sails.
Click here to read more
Sheets made from Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS performs reliably as an easy-to-handle, durable sheet for a wide range of sails and rigging setups.
- Jib and genoa sheets. Cruiser XTS makes excellent jibsheets for overlapping genoas and smaller headsails. Connect using a spliced softlash. Dinghies use ø6mm, small sailboats ø8 to ø10mm, and yachts ø10mm to ø14mm to match the self-tailer on your winch.
- Mainsheets. Cruiser XTS runs smoothly through purchase systems and grips well on winches. It has the strength and flexibility needed for safe mainsail handling on both systems.
- Spinnaker and gennaker sheets. The smooth construction and wide colour range make Cruiser XTS a natural fit for spinnaker and gennaker setups.
Halyards with spliced shackles from Cruiser XTS
The option to splice shackles directly into Cruiser XTS makes it a first-choice halyard for cruising yachts and daysailors.
- Jib and genoa halyards. Choose a snap shackle or halyard shackle to be spliced in for a reliable, low-stretch halyard with the strength needed to hoist your headsail securely.
- Spinnaker halyards. A swivel shackle spliced into Cruiser XTS gives fast, reliable spinnaker handling. Bright colour options make identification easy at the mast.
- Main halyard. Cruiser XTS is an excellent choice for your main halyard. Use a halyard shackle or bar shackle on smaller diameters.
Trim and control lines made from Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS is compatible with cam cleats, clutches and stoppers, making it suitable for almost all control line applications. The colour range allows you to create a logical colour-coded system on board. Typical control line applications include:
- Traveller line. Precise control of your traveller car for optimal sail shape.
- Outhaul line. Handles the load of flattening or powering up your mainsail efficiently.
- Cunningham. Strong enough for precise luff tensioning to improve upwind performance.
- Reefing lines. Ensures a reliable and secure reef in your mainsail.
How does Cruiser XTS compare to standard polyester and Dyneema ropes?
Cruiser XTS sits in the performance sweet spot for cruising sailors: significantly stronger and more durable than standard polyester, and far more affordable and easier to handle than high-end Dyneema ropes. The table below shows how the three rope types compare across the factors that matter most on a cruising yacht.
| Property | Standard polyester | Cruiser XTS (high tenacity polyester) | Dyneema core rope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breaking load | Standard | Above industry average | Very high |
| Elongation | Moderate | Low | Very low |
| UV resistance | Good | Very good, coated fibres | Good to very good |
| Abrasion resistance | Good | Very good | Cover-dependent |
| Spliceable | Yes | Yes | Yes, specialist splice required |
| Handling and feel | Soft | Soft, smooth through blocks | Can be stiff depending on cover |
| Price level | Low | Mid, excellent value for quality | High |
| Best suited for | Budget cruising | Cruising yachts, daysailors, all-round use | Racing, performance cruising |
Choosing the right diameter and length of Cruiser XTS
Halyard diameter and length advice
As your boat gets larger, your Cruiser XTS halyard should increase in diameter to carry the load and keep stretch to a minimum. Refer to our rope advice on diameter for a full recommendation table.
Always check that your chosen diameter fits the sheaves in your mast. Most clutches grip best when the halyard diameter is close to the clutch maximum. If your current diameter works well, order Cruiser XTS in the same size.
As a rule of thumb: order your main halyard and jib halyard at 2.5 times the mast length. For spinnaker halyards, use three times the mast length.
Sheet diameter and length advice
To find the correct length and diameter for your sheets, refer to our tables on rope diameter and rope length. If your current setup is working well, ordering Cruiser XTS in the same dimensions is a safe and reliable choice.
Splicing options for Cruiser XTS
Which splices are commonly ordered?
Cruiser XTS splices beautifully. For halyards, the standard finish is an eye splice on one end and a flemish eye on the other. For sheets, an eye splice combined with a shackle or soft shackle is the most popular choice. Full details and photos are available in the product page infobox.
How to splice Cruiser XTS yourself
Splicing Cruiser XTS is straightforward. Premiumropes teaches all common splices in the online course splicing modern ropes. Step-by-step instructions are also available in the Splicing App, the book Splicing Modern Ropes and our splicing videos on YouTube.
Watch how an eye splice is made in a double braided rope like Cruiser XTS:
Construction and materials of Cruiser XTS
Cruiser XTS is braided from high tenacity polyester fibres using a balanced double braid construction. The core is 12-braided three-over-three. The cover is 16-plaited up to ø8mm and 24-plaited from ø10mm upwards. This construction delivers high strength, low elongation and smooth handling across the full diameter range.
Breaking load data and weight per diameter are listed in the tables below.
Ready to upgrade your running rigging? Order Cruiser XTS online, configure your splice options and receive your custom rope within days.
| Diameter mm | Strength in kg | Weight kg/100 m |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 390 | 0.8 |
| 4 | 575 | 1.2 |
| 5 | 825 | 2.0 |
| 6 | 1150 | 2.7 |
| 8 | 1825 | 4.9 |
| 10 | 2750 | 7.5 |
| 12 | 3850 | 10.8 |
| 14 | 5100 | 14.5 |
| 16 | 7250 | 18.7 |
| 18 | 8150 | 25.9 |
| Function | Main halyard, Genoa halyard, Spinnaker halyard, Main sheet, Genoa sheet, Spinnaker sheet, Outhaul, Vang, Cunningham, Backstay (runner), Topping lift, Reefing lines, Furler lines, Spinnaker pole up, Spinnaker pole down, Burgee halyard |
|---|---|
| Segment | Motor Yacht, Sailing Yacht, Cruising Yacht, Racing Yacht, Dinghy |
| Stretch | Low |
| Construction | Double Braid |
| Cover | Polyester |
| Core | Polyester |
| Spliceable | Yes |
| Colour | Antracite Grey, Beige, Black, Blue, Green, Navy Blue, Red, White |
| Diameter | 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 14 mm, 16 mm, 18 mm |
Cruiser XTS