Empire Fishing and Boating services the Central Coast of NSW with quality fishing gear, boating equipment and friendly, local advice
Empire Fishing and Boating is a family owned and operated business at 53 Ocean Beach Rd, Woy Woy.
We stock a large range of quality fishing equipment, bait and tackle.
We also offer a wide range of marine services, including Rod and reel servicing and repairs, Shipwright work, Yacht Rigging, boat detailing, Diving services, and more!
Whether you're looking for a quick and easy setup to take the kids for a fish, or a serious fit out for deep sea adventures, we've got you covered. Come in and chat to the team. We are always happy to offer friendly local fishing and boating advice and have a chat about what you're looking to do.
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Featured products
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DAIWA J-Thread Fluorocarbon Leader Line
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DAIWA INSULATED FISH BAG
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DAIWA 20 CROSSFIRE SURF RODS
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DAIWA 20 BG MQ SPIN REEL
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Daiwa D-Box
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Rule Automatic Float Switch Standard 14amp
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Selden Plain Bearing Blocks 40mm Single
Regular price $34.90 AUDRegular price
Professional Rope Splicing Services and Supplies
Expert rope splicing and rigging services for sailing and mooring lines. Conducted in-house by experienced yacht riggers with 15+ years of experience.
Professional Yacht Rigging & Rope Splicing Services
Expert splicing services for sailing and mooring lines. All work completed to industry standards by experienced yacht riggers.
All splicing services are performed to industry standards by qualified riggers. Turnaround times may vary depending on workload and are generally completed and shipped within a two-week period. Freight costs will be quoted and the job confirmed once the order is requested. You may be contacted if any changes are required due to availability of stock or other issues. All specifications must be confirmed before payment is processed. While we take every care in our work, it is the responsibility of the end user to ensure all rigging and splicing work is appropriate for their intended application and is regularly inspected. We recommend professional inspection of all rigging components as part of regular vessel maintenance.
Professional Splicing Services
Eye Splice
Creates a permanent loop in rope end for halyards, sheets, mooring lines, and control lines.
Hard or soft eye | 6mm - 24mm rope | Specify eye size required
Anchor Rope to Chain
Professional rope-to-chain splice for anchor rodes with smooth windlass operation.
Specify rope size, chain size, and length of splice required
Continuous Splice
Joins two ropes together for extended length halyards and control lines.
Same or different diameter ropes | Specify rope types and sizes
Chafe Cover Splice
Eye splice with integrated chafe protection for high-wear applications.
Specify chafe cover length and colour | Hard or soft eye
Uncovered Dyneema Splice
High-strength Dyneema core splice for racing and performance applications.
Hard or soft eye | Specify length of exposed core
12 Strand Single Braid Dyneema Splice
Specialized splice for 12-strand single braid Dyneema rope used in high-load applications.
Hard or soft eye | Specify rope diameter and eye size required
Wire to Rope Splice
Connects wire halyards to rope tails for traditional rigging setups.
Specify wire size, rope size, and lengths of each
Add-Ons & Enhancements
Chafe Cover Tips
Additional chafe protection at wear points. Specify length of chafe covered section required. Available in various colours.
Rope Coat UV Protection
Professional UV coating to extend rope life in harsh Australian sun.
Whipping with Loop
Sailmaker's whipping with integrated loop for easy halyard installation.
Seizing Service
Traditional seizing for shackles, blocks, and hardware attachment.
Custom Colour Matching
Match your boat's colour scheme with our range of rope colours.
Hardware & Accessories
Soft Shackles
Can be added to splices | Sizes: 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm
Dyneema Strops
Custom lengths | High-strength applications
Dyneema Loops
Various diameters and lengths available
Spliced Lazy Jack Kits
Complete custom lazy jack systems | Specify boat size and requirements
Stainless Steel Shackles
Specify type required: Bow shackle, D-shackle, Anchor shackle, Twist shackle, Wide body shackle | Various sizes available
Snap & Quick Release Shackles
Specify type required: Snap shackle, Quick release shackle, Trigger shackle, Pelican hook, Carabiner shackle | Multiple sizes and designs
Low Friction Rings
Can be spliced into lines | Sizes: 40mm, 57mm, 75mm, 100mm
Premium Rope Selection Available
International Rope Braid | Robline | Marlow | Hampidjan
Available in sizes from 6mm to 24mm | Multiple constructions and materials
Need Help or Have Specific Requirements?
If you have a specific request, are unsure of what to order, or want to ensure you're receiving exactly what you need, the best way forward is to email us with what you want to achieve and we'll be happy to help you. All orders are confirmed before payment is processed.