Order a replacement
for your damaged line
Made to match the original specification
The line code, glider size and model are all we need to be able to make your line to precisely match the original specification
As you may know, linesets can shrink, so you may find that the line we supply is longer than the one it replaces. If that’s the case, have a look at the article Fitting a replacement line to find out how you can fit your new line using different loops at the maillon for a replacement main line
Fitting a replacement line
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What’s involved?
You identify the lineAerofix Admin2018-12-23T11:52:26+00:00
Use our online database of lineplans
The suspension and brake cascades are made up of typically between 30 and 50 different individual lines. Each has a code to enable accurate identification
We refer to the manufacturer’s specificationAerofix Admin2018-12-23T11:25:42+00:00
Every line for each size of wing is different
Using the line code and the glider size, we can refer to the detailed specifications provided by the manufacturer to determine the length, material, and any special construction method needed
Manufacture using our extensive stocksAerofix Admin2018-12-23T11:39:57+00:00
Every line order is made up individually
We don’t hold stocks of individual lines because there are thousands of combinations of length and material. Instead we hold extensive stocks of the line material – Dyneema, Kevlar and Vectran, unsheathed and sheathed in all the main colours. Very occasionally we will have to use the closest match, and that is the case, we’ll contact you first, and you can be sure that the technical specification will match or exceed the original
Delivered by First Class Signed For mailAerofix Admin2018-12-23T11:53:41+00:00
Making sure delivery is fast and reliable
We want to make sure that you get your lines as quickly as possible and that they don’t go astray. Signed For is used unless you ask us to send by normal First Class mail, in which case we ask you to bear the hopefully very small risk of them going astray
Order online
Replacement line FAQ
How do I order a line?Aerofix Admin2019-02-27T09:49:11+00:00
Order any replacement lines you need online
Our lineplan database contained lineplans for almost every glider model. Using this you can identify the code of any replacement line you need
How quickly can you send them?Aerofix Admin2019-02-27T09:52:06+00:00
We despatch replacement lines as soon as possible, usually within a week
If you need a large number of lines or if we have recently received a large number of line orders, it may take slightly longer. If you have a particular time constraint, please indicate in the order notes of the checkout shipping section
Will it match the look of my existing line?Aerofix Admin2018-12-23T17:47:14+00:00
We make replacement line to match the original specification
That means that the material we use will always meet or exceed the technical requirements the manufacturer specified. Usually the material we use will also be an exact match for colour, but occasionally we may have to use the closest alternative if, for example, the sheathing is an unusual design with two colours. If that’s the case, we’ll be in touch
Will it match the length of my existing line?Aerofix Admin2019-02-27T09:53:42+00:00
We make replacement lines the length specified by the manufacturer
As you may know, linesets can shrink, so you may find that the line we supply made to the manufacturer’s specification is longer than the one it replaces. If that’s the case, have a look at the article Fitting a replacement line to find out how you can fit your new line using different loops so it matches your other lines
How much does a replacement line cost?Aerofix Admin2020-05-18T15:31:41+00:00
Replacement lines cost £15 each, with a few exceptions
A very small minority of lines are more expensive because of their material or construction. If this affects any line you order, we’d be in touch about the additional cost, and you’d be free to cancel your order for a full refund
Postage charges are as follows:
| Region | Up to 5 lines | Each extra line |
|---|---|---|
| UK | £3.85 | £0.75 |
| Europe | £12.50 | £1.00 |
| Rest of the world | £14.50 | £1.25 |