{"product_id":"lewmar-hm10ht125px","title":"Anchor Rode Kit - 10' 1\/4\" G4 Chain \u0026 125' 1\/2\" 8 Plait Line","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThis rode pairs 8-plait nylon rope with hot-dip galvanized G4 (Grade 43) high-test chain, professionally spliced into one continuous anchor line built for windlass use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8-Plait Nylon Rope\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEight individually braided strands, woven in a balanced, bi-directional lay that eliminates the twisting, hockling, and bird's-nesting common to 3-strand rope. It flakes down cleanly into a locker instead of coiling, and feeds through a windlass gypsy the same way chain does — a major advantage in tight anchor lockers where 3-strand tends to jam or pile up unevenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e8-plait matches 3-strand in tensile strength size-for-size, but stretches more under load, not less — that extra give is what helps absorb shock loading from chop and surge instead of transmitting it straight into your windlass, deck hardware, and anchor set. It's also more water-absorbent than 3-strand, which keeps it supple in saltwater rather than stiffening up over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSoak the rope in water for several hours before first use.\u003c\/em\u003e This pre-lubricates the fibers and prevents slipping or sticking as it breaks in around the gypsy. Once broken in, 8-plait runs smoother than 3-strand and keeps improving with use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG4 Galvanized Chain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrade 43 (G4) high-test chain, hot-dip galvanized for corrosion resistance — also sold under the names G43, HT chain, or ACCO HT chain. The chain section gives you the abrasion resistance and bottom-holding weight you want where the rode contacts rock, coral, or shell bottom, while the spliced-on rope section saves weight and locker space versus running all-chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSplice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRope and chain are joined with a professional eye splice through the terminal link. A properly executed splice retains roughly 70% or more of the rope's rated breaking strength — plenty of margin for recreational anchoring loads, though as with any wear point it's worth a visual check each season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConfirm rope and chain diameter against your windlass manufacturer's gypsy specifications — gypsies are sized for a specific rope\/chain combination, and a mismatch can cause slipping or jumping under load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lewmar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45216460112054,"sku":"LEW\/HM10HT125PX","price":531.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/6584\/6966\/files\/LEWHM10HT125PX_001.jpg?v=1782322925","url":"https:\/\/ampedupmarine.com\/es\/products\/lewmar-hm10ht125px","provider":"Amped Up Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}