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Climbing rope

Your climbing rope is one of the most important pieces of gear when rock climbing, as your life literally depends upon it. There are many different types of rope available, and it is important to use the right rope for the right type of climbing. Here are some things to take into consideration when looking at Climbing Rope:

1. Thickness: The thickness of a rope can affect many things, including wear and tear when rubbing against sharp edges, the ease of tying knots, and how it performs in conjunction with various types of rappelling and belay devices. Thicker ropes can also be a bit rougher on the hands. A thicker rope is between 10-11 mm.

2. Durability: Rope can be expensive, so you want to make sure that you are getting something that will last you several years. You also probably don't want to go to the very high end of the pricing scale, either, and become so afraid of snagging your expensive rope that your enjoyment of the climb is affected.

3. Performance: Various other things to look at are weight, warranty, elongation, impact force, if it is recommended for your particular type of climbing (for example, some ropes can freeze when they get wet, a definite down side if you are ice-climbing), and a definable center mark. These all affect how the rope will perform the tasks required of it, based on the style of climbing you intend to use it for.