Comparing Climbing Ropes
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Price | $170.00 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $305.30 at Amazon Compare at 2 sellers | $110.00 at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers | $300 List $144.95 at Backcountry | Check Price at Backcountry Compare at 3 sellers |
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Pros | Durable sheath, supple feel, soft catches, saves some weight over thicker workhorses | Distinct bi-pattern colors, dense weave inspires confidence, excellent handling when broken in | Outstanding handling and catch, great bargain, impressive durability, sheath is made from repurposed yarn | Light, durable, super soft and supple handle | Tight weave with excellent handling, exceptional PFOA-free dry treatment, durable |
Cons | Middle marker wears out quickly, still heavier than thinner ropes | Expensive, slippery at first, not available without dry treatment | Slightly heavy, not available with any dry treatments or as a bi-pattern, lighter color stains easily | Not durable enough for heavy duty sport climbing, a lot of stretch when seconding | On the heavier side, expensive, only available with dry treatment |
Bottom Line | This rope is a winner due to its superior handling, durability, and excellent catches | A top-of-the-line climbing rope with the most distinct bi-pattern on the market | An environmentally friendly and high-performance rope at an affordable price | The perfect light and skinny rope for climbing high above the ground | A workhorse rope that handles great and can survive lots of abuse |
Rating Categories | Mammut 9.5 Crag Cla... | Edelrid Tommy Caldw... | Mammut Crag We Care... | Petzl Volta | Sterling Velocity X... |
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Specs | Mammut 9.5 Crag Cla... | Edelrid Tommy Caldw... | Mammut Crag We Care... | Petzl Volta | Sterling Velocity X... |
Diameter | 9.5 mm | 9.3 mm | 9.5 mm | 9.2 mm | 9.8 mm |
Weight | 59 g/m | 57 g/m | 59 g/m | 55 g/m | 62 g/m |
Lengths Available | 60m, 70m, 80m | 60m, 70m, 80m | 60m, 70m, 80m | 50m, 60m, 70m, 80m | 40m, 50m, 60m, 70m 80m |
Dry Coating Option | Classic, No Dry Treatment | Eco Dry | Classic, No Dry Treatment | Duratec Dry | XEROS Dry Treatment (PFOA-free) |
Middle Mark or Bi-Pattern Option | Middle mark | Bi-pattern | Middle mark | Middle Mark | Bi-Pattern or Standard |
Certified Use | Single | Single | Single | Single, Half, and Twin | Single |
UIAA Fall Rating | 6-7 | 7 | 6-7 | 6 | 6 |
Impact Force | 8.8 kN | 9 kN | 8.8 kN | 8.6 kN | 8.6 kN |
Static Elongation % (in use) | 8.8 | 7.4 | 8.8 | 7.5 | 8.8 |
Dynamic Elongation % (first fall) | 33.8 | 34 | 33.8 | 33 | 28.8 |
Sheath Proportion % | 40 | 39 | 40 | 42 | 35 |
Calculated Weight of Sheath | 24 g/m | 22 g/m | 24 g/m | 23 g/m | 22 g/m |
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