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What a lot of ropes ....! To help navigate you to the right rope for your needs we've grouped the ropes into similar roles below: Quick View: We also offer a rope cutting service and some basic advice toward the bottom of this page. We hold good stock of our most popular ropes but to keep rope stock fresh, prices low and maximum choice of styles and lengths we generally order rope in from the manufacturer to order so next day delivery is not always possible. If your requirement is urgent, please contact us first for a delivery estimate.

Scrambling, Glacier and confidence ropes Ultra-lightweight ropes designed for short-roping on difficult terrain. Ideal to give extra confidence to less-able scramblers. Should not be used where a leader fall is possible. Glacier ropes usually include dry treatment but are not suitable for ice climbing.

Roca Trek 7.8mm Auxilliary Twin rope - Dry Treated

Roca Trek 7.8mm Auxilliary Twin rope - Dry Treated

Length

Colour Preference

Exceptionally lightweight long-life and fully dry-treated multipurpose scrambing, ski randonee, climbing trekking and glacier twin rope. Handles superbly due to an outer sheath construction that resists kinking normally associated with narrow ropes.

Weighing only 43 g per metre, this rope is ideal for protecting those awkward stretches on hikes, glaciers or when ski mountaineering. Dry treated and long-life treated sheath.

Diameter (mm)	7.8
Rope Type	Twin
Weight (g/m)	43
Number of falls	14
Impact force (kN)	7,7
Dynamic elongation (%)	33.9
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	Y

Our best selling small rope - so we can also offer the best prices to you:

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
20m	-	£45.00	£37.50	£7.50
30m	-	£60.00	£47.50	£12.50

Edelrid Glacier Dry 8,5mm

Edelrid Glacier Dry 8,5mm

Length

Colour

Glacier Dry
With its water repellent sheath this rope is ideal for use as a safety rope on glaciers available in 30 and 40 meter lengths. Not suitable for ice climbing.

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
30m	-	£63.00	£56.70	£6.30
40m	-	£84.00	£75.60	£8.40

Edelrid Confidence 8,0mm non-dynamic

Edelrid Confidence 8,0mm non-dynamic

Length

Colour

Confidence
Sometimes your nerves need a little support when you are on a demanding walk, scramble, or with children in the mountains. For such moments we have the confidence rope an 8 mm rope with a host of uses and always good to have with you. Not to be used on Glaciers.

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
18m	-	£21.00	£18.90	£2.10
30m	-	£36.50	£32.85	£3.65
36m	-	£44.00	£39.60	£4.40

Dynamic Single Ropes
Full ropes designed for general climbing in a variety of conditions and are compatible with most climbing hardware. These ropes are classed as Single which means they can be used without any other rope as a means of fall arrest.

Length

30 or 40m lengths are ideal for indoor climbing and low level crags.

50 or 60m will suit almost all UK climbing venues and are the most popular choice.

70m and 80m ropes tend to be for specialist uses as their weight can be substantial.

Bulk rope is available uncut or supplied cut to shorter lengths, typically used for center or group uses.

Diameter

Generally the thicker the rope the tougher it is and the more suitable for more regular falls for beginners, indoor climbing and project uses.

Medium diameter ropes suit the majority of general climbing styles.

Thinner varieties are more specialised and best for ice and sport climbing where minimum weight and fast handling is important.

Treatments

Choose dry (Sec) treatments to prolong life by reducing soiling and avoid heavy wet or frozen ropes in winter.

Antiabrasion treatments help the rope to age better (less 'fluffyness' ) and handle easier for and reduce friction.

Edelrid Perfect 11.0mm (replaces the Edelrid Condor)

Edelrid Perfect 11.0mm (replaces the Edelrid Condor)

Length

Colour

11mm commercial grade dynamic rope with huge strength reserves for almost any climbing situation. This rope provides optimal safety and is ideal for newcomers to the sport.

A tried and tested dynamic rope with a visible tracer thread in
the sheath for commercial users this simplifies the yearly check which determines when to discard the rope and the user can easily see when the rope was manufactured. The Perfect is abrasion-resistant, flexbile and has passed the German Army sharp edge test which has replaced the obsolete UIAA sharp-edge test.

Diametrer (mm)	11
Rope Type	1
Weight (g/m)	77
Sheath proportion (%)	37
Number of falls	13-15
Impact force (kN)	9,8
Dynamic elongation (%)	31
Static elongation (%)	7,4
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	x

EN892 UIAA

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£136.95	£123.25	£13.70
60m	-	£163.95	£147.55	£16.40
70m	-	£189.95	£170.95	£19.00

Edelrid Tower 10.5mm

Edelrid Tower 10.5mm

Length

Colour

Tower

A life in the gym is not easy but with the special core construction this rope is extremely flexible and robust making it well prepared for a life as a top rope and for the extremely dry and dusty conditions at a climbing wall. The special construction reduces the hernia like ruptures that can occur due to excessive top roping. With the BS and TS treatments it still maintains the traditional characteristics of an EDELRID rope, suppleness, good handling, and abrasion resistance. This rope is allowed outside too.

Diameter (mm)	10,5
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	69
Sheath proportion (%)	39
Number of falls	9
Impact force (kN)	8,4
Dynamic elongation (%)	34
Static elongation(%)	9,2
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
30m	-	£90.00	£86.40	£3.60
40m	-	£120.00	£114.00	£6.00
100m	-	£300.00	£270.00	£30.00
200m	-	£600.00	£510.00	£90.00

Zero G Tanga 10.5mm classic single rope
	length and treatment
This classic rope has outstanding abrasion resistance while maintaining soft handling and great knotability. The ends of the rope have a compact finish where the core and sheath come together as one unit eliminating sheath slippage. The ropes are centre marked for safety and convenience. The perfect rope for classic climbing, cragging or general mountaineering. "A perfect first rope, easy to handle, durable .... great value for money " Climber Magazine

Zero G The Outcrop 10.5mm x 30m
	Price: £50.56 / EUR 61.18 Including VAT
This classic rope has outstanding abrasion resistance while maintaining soft handling and great knotability. The ends of the rope have a compact finish where the core and sheath come together as one unit eliminating sheath slippage. This 30m version of the popular Tanga is the perfect rope for short pitch cragging. "A perfect first rope, easy to handle, durable .... great value for money " Climber Magazine

Roca Roxy 10.5mm single
	Length STOCK EXPECTED SOON
Made specially for the demands of the UK market the Roxy is a highly flexible, strong and lightweight single rope with excellent wear characteristics.

Edelrid Osprey 10.5mm

Edelrid Osprey 10.5mm

Length

Colour

Osprey

For cragging…. the best! The special smooth but thick construction of the sport braid sheath provides the Osprey with extra built in abrasion resistance and this coupled with Beta shield treatment makes it ideal for for checking routes, frequent falls, big walls or lots of top roping. The Osprey passes the old UIAA- Sharp edge test108*.

Diameter (mm)	10,5
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	71
Sheath proportion (%)	39
Number of falls	9-10
Impact force (kN)	9,2
Dynamic elongation (%)	33
Static elongation (%)	9,2
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	x

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£115.00	£103.50	£11.50
60m	-	£136.00	£122.40	£13.60
70m	-	£162.00	£145.80	£16.20

Edelrid Cobra 10.3mm

Edelrid Cobra 10.3mm

Length

Colour

Cobra
An ideal rope for the quality concious beginner to the vertical world of climbing. Although cost effective the handling qualities of the Discovery make belaying a pleasure from the very first day. Amazingly light and robust for a rope in this price group.

Diameter (mm)	10,3
Rope Type	1
Weight (g/m)	69
Sheath proportion (%)	34
Number of falls	8
Impact force (kN)	9,0
Dynamic elongation (%)	31
Static elongation (%)	7,1
Steath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£105.00	£94.50	£10.50
60m	-	£126.00	£113.40	£12.60
70m	-	£145.00	£130.50	£14.50

Edelrid Harrier 10.2mm

Edelrid Harrier 10.2mm

Length

Colour

Harrier

Whether low lying crags or high mountains this is a good all rounder. The Harrier is light with a sturdy construction. Fitted with Beta Shield and TS treatment this rope has excellent handling qualities.

Harrier bicolor
To locate the middle of the rope the braiding spools are changed halfway through the braiding process to create two different sheath patterns. Each half of the rope has a different colour.

Diameter (mm)	10,2
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	67
Sheath proportion (%)	36
Number of falls	8-9
Impact force (kN)	9,0
Dynamic elongation (%)	31
Static elongation (%)	8,4
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£110.00	£99.00	£11.00
60m	-	£131.00	£117.90	£13.10
70m	-	£157.00	£141.30	£15.70
60m	bicolour	£163.00	£146.70	£16.30

Edelrid Python 10.0mm

Edelrid Python 10.0mm

Length

Colour

A great starter rope for cragging and wall use, but will also be suited to more experienced climbers searching for a bombproof rope for all styles of rock climbing. Perfectly suited as an allrounder for trad or sports routes and also for indoor climbing.

Diameter (mm)	10,0
Rope Type	1
Weight (g/m)	65
Sheath proportion (%)	0
Number of falls	7
Impact force (kN)	8.8
Dynamic elongation (%)	0
Static elongation (%)	0
Steath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
30m	-	£58.00	£52.20	£5.80
40m	-	£77.00	£69.30	£7.70
50m	-	£95.00	£85.50	£9.50
60m	-	£115.00	£103.50	£11.50
70m	-	£136.00	£122.40	£13.60

Edelrid Hawk 10mm

Edelrid Hawk 10mm

Length

Colour

Hawk

With 63 g/m this rope is a super lightweight for its class. This weight advantage, coupled with our BS and TS treatment and its sport braid sheath construction, makes this an ideal choice for all types of sport climbing.

Diameter (mm)	10,0
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	63
Sheath proportion (%)	38
Number of falls	7
Impact force (kN)	8,8
Dynamic elongation (%)	34
Static elongation (%)	8,0
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£105.00	£94.50	£10.50
60m	-	£126.00	£113.40	£12.60
70m	-	£147.00	£132.30	£14.70
80m	-	£168.00	£151.20	£16.80

Edelrid Eagle 9.8mm

Edelrid Eagle 9.8mm

Length

Colour

Eagle

A universal light weight rope for climbing in alpine, crag or indoor conditions. With our new and highly efficient Advanced Shield treatment the Eagle has the perfect protection for wet or dirty conditions. For fast alpine ascents were snow or rain can be expected or a warm sunny day at the crag the Eagle fulfils the task with honours. Our TS handling coupled with the Advanced Shield helps provide the excellent handling and very robust sheath with an amazingly low weight of 62 g a metre.

Eagle bicolor
Easy to find the middle with the pattern change.

Diameter (mm)	9,8
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	62
Sheath proportion (%)	34
Number of falls	7-8
Impact force (kN)	9,4
Dynamic elongation (%)	34
Static elongation (%)	7,6
Sheath slippage	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£128.00	£115.20	£12.80
60m	-	£152.00	£136.80	£15.20
70m	-	£178.00	£160.20	£17.80
80m	-	£205.00	£184.50	£20.50
60m	bicolour	£188.00	£169.20	£18.80
70m	bicolour	£209.00	£188.10	£20.90
80m	bicolour	£236.00	£212.40	£23.60

Zero G Thong 9.7mm Sports rope
	length and treatment
This is a high performance yet lightweight rope that utilizes a special sheath braiding technique known as SBS. The rope handles beautifully and offers high abrasion resistance, however as it is smother it handles faster. The ends of the rope have a compact finish where the core and sheath come together as one unit eliminating sheath slippage. Recommended uses are extreme and sports climbing and the "mega dry" version is perfect for advanced alpine climbing.

Edelrid Falcon 9.4mm

Edelrid Falcon 9.4mm

Length

Colour

FALCON

Extremely light and robust it is ideal for hard routes onsight, flash or redpointing were every gram counts. With our new special AS treatment the Falcon is ideal for mixed routes and ice climbing. AS Shield and TS Stabilisation.

FALCON BICOLOR
To locate the middle of the rope the braiding spools are changed halfway through the braiding process to create two different sheath patterns. Each rope length has a different colour. AS Shield and TS Stabilisation.

Diameter (mm)	9,4
Rope type	1
Weight (g/m)	58
Sheath proportion (%)	36
Number of falls	6-7
Impact force (kN)	8,7
Dynamic elongation (%)	31
Static elongation (%)	8,3
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£120.00	£108.00	£12.00
60m	-	£140.00	£126.00	£14.00
70m	-	£168.00	£151.20	£16.80
80m	-	£190.00	£171.00	£19.00
70m	bicolour	£200.00	£180.00	£20.00
80m	bicolour	£225.00	£202.50	£22.50

Half ropes or Double ropes
Narrow ropes designed specifically for outdoor climbing. Half ropes ( also known as double ropes) are ideal on multipitch routes to provide longer rapels, greater margin for safety, easier handling and much greater flexibility. Massive reduction in rope drag is possible by clipping in such a way as to avoid Zig-Zagging. It is not necessary to clip Half or Double ropes into every point.

Dry treatment is strongly advised for longer wear, winter and ice climbing.

Edelrid Kestrel 8.5mm double

Edelrid Kestrel 8.5mm double

Length

Colour

Kestrel

Robust slightly larger than the Merlin for the more traditional style of climbing with own gear placements as practised in the UK. A fine sheath coupled wit our BS treatment gives you optimum wear characteristics on rough gritstone, limestone or granite. In short a rope designed to take some welly but also good in traditional multi pitch climbing situations.

Diameter (mm)	8,5
Rope type	39479
Weight (g/m)	48
Sheath proportion (%)	37
Number of falls	16-17
Impact force (kN)	6,5
Dynamic elongation (%)	28
Static elongation (%)	10,0
Sheath slippage	0
Sharp edge tested	x

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£99.00	£89.10	£9.90
60m	-	£120.00	£108.00	£12.00
70m	-	£140.00	£126.00	£14.00
50m	Dry	£110.00	£99.00	£11.00
60m	Dry	£130.00	£117.00	£13.00
70m	Dry	£152.00	£136.80	£15.20

Edelrid Merlin 8mm double

Edelrid Merlin 8mm double

Length

Colour

Merlin

The weight watchers rope for those who value a minimum diameter with maximum of strength and safety. At 44 g per metre you still have a comfortable handling quality whilst belaying and with the AS treatment you have a double rope of unrivalled quality and performance for the mountains

Diameter (mm)	8,0
Rope type	39479
Weight (g/m)	44
Sheath proportion (%)	33
Number of falls	13-14
Impact force (kN)	6,7
Dynamic elongation (%)	30
Static elongation (%)	9,6
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	-

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£105.00	£94.50	£10.50
60m	-	£125.00	£112.50	£12.50

Twin ropes
Ultra-Narrow twin ropes. MUST be used in a pair or doubled up and MUST clip through the same protection points for the whole route. Twin ropes are designed to provide additional protection against rope failure. Their very low weight is useful in high altitude situations and during rescue. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND these ropes for general climbing unless you are absolutely sure you know how and when they are safe to use.

Edelrid Colibri 7.6mm twin

Edelrid Colibri 7.6mm twin

Length

Colour

Colibri

Performance tuned twin rope, ultra lightweight means no heavy heavy rope to carry on the approach, or severe rope drag whilst climbing. With this rope we have saved on weight without compromising on safety with one metre weighing a mere 39 g. The ideal rope for Alpine sport climbing were abseiling is needed. Even with its extremely low weight this rope has between 16 and 19 falls and has been tested and successfully passes the old UIAA- Sharp edge test 108*.

Diameter (mm)	7,6
Rope Type	2
Weigth (g/m)	39
Sheath proportion (%)	38
Number of falls	16-19
Impact of force (kN)	9,7
Dynamic elongation (%)	31
Static elongation (%)	6,4
Sheath slippage (mm)	0
Sharp edge tested	x

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	-	£100.00	£90.00	£10.00
60m	-	£116.00	£104.40	£11.60

Static / Semi-Static Ropes
Ropes with little or no stretch. Not to be used where dynamic forces (eg falls) may be present. Used primarily for rigging, rapelling and hauling purposes. We also include floating high visibility ropes for use in canyoning and water traverses.

Roca Espeleo 10,5 Semi-Static rope
	Length
Semi-static rope for caving, vertical work and expeditions. This should only be used for rappelling descent or an ascent with jammers. Do not use for fixed rope-ways or for self-belaying in falls greater than factor 0,3.Supplied from bulk reel hence incredible pricing. RRP £90 / 50m

Edelrid Superstatic 9,0mm / 10,0mm / 10,5mm / 11,0mm

Edelrid Superstatic 9,0mm / 10,0mm / 10,5mm / 11,0mm

Length

Colour

Diameter

Superstatic / Superstatic SP - now superceded by Safetysuper II

With its low elongation and very robust sheath the Superstatic is ideal for meeting the demanding conditions of caving, rescue, industrial and expedition use. Manufactured with a sheath that is tightly woven
to prevent the ingress of dirt into the core, the construction of the sheath also makes it resistant to abrasion and the wear from ascenders.

Colour	white				coloured
Diameter (mm)	9	10	10,5	11	9	10	11
Rope type	B	A	A	A	B	A	A
Weight per metre (g/m)	51	64	71	74	54	65	79
Max. breaking strain (kN)	23	28	30	33	23	27	31
Max. breaking strain fig.8 (kN)	15	18	20	22	13	20	23
Static elongation (%)	4,5	4,0	4,0	3,6	4,8	4,4	4,2
Sheath slippage (mm)	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Sheath proportion (%)	41	44	45	43	40	46	42
Knotability	0,9	0,8	0,8	0,9	0,8	0,8	1,0
Shrinkage (H2O%)	2,3	2,4	2,4	2,5	2,6	3,0	2,8

Length	Option	RRP	Our Price	You Save
50m	9mm white	£79.95	£72.00	£7.95
100m	9mm white	£155.95	£144.00	£11.95
200m	9mm white	£309.95	£288.00	£21.95
50m	10mm white	£99.95	£90.00	£9.95
100m	10mm white	£199.95	£180.00	£19.95
200m	10mm white	£399.95	£360.00	£39.95
50m	10,5mm white	£109.95	£99.00	£10.95
100m	10,5mm white	£219.95	£198.00	£21.95
200m	10,5mm white	£439.95	£396.00	£43.95
50m	11mm white	£119.95	£108.00	£11.95
100m	11mm white	£239.95	£216.00	£22.95
200m	11mm white	£479.95	£432.00	£47.95
50m	9mm colour	£99.95	£90.00	£9.95
100m	9mm colour	£199.95	£180.00	£19.95
200m	9mm colour	£399.95	£360.00	£39.95
50m	10mm colour	£129.95	£117.00	£12.95
100m	10mm colour	£239.95	£234.00	£5.95
200m	10mm colour	£479.95	£468.00	£11.95
50m	11mm colour	£135.95	£123.00	£12.95
100m	11mm colour	£271.95	£246.00	£25.95
200m	11mm colour	£543.95	£492.00	£51.95

Edelrid Safetysuper II 9.5mm x 100m
	Price: £169.99 / EUR 205.69 Including VAT STOCK EXPECTED SOON
New version equivalent to the Edelrid 9mm superstatic. EN and UIAA approved for personal safety use. RRP £198

Edelrid Canyon 9,0mm / 11,0mm floating

Edelrid Canyon 9,0mm / 11,0mm floating

Diameter

Length

Colour

Canyon

A floating rope especially made for canyoning. The special sheath construction makes this rope very hard wearing for intensive abseiling in wet conditions. Meets the CE Static rope standard EN 1891 Type B. Bright colours assist visual location under water. Available in 9 and 11 mm.

Diameter (mm)	9	11
Rope type	B	B
Weight per metre (g/m)	46	71
Max. breaking strain (kN)	18	18
Max. breaking strain fig.8 (kN)	16	12
Static elongation (%)	5	5
Sheath slippage (mm)	0	0
Sheath proportion (%)	47	41
Knotability	0,6	0
Shrinkage (H2O%)	0	0,8

Length	Option	SRP	Our Price	You Save
60m	9mm	£155.00	£139.50	£15.50
100m	9mm	£250.00	£225.00	£25.00
200m	9mm	£500.00	£450.00	£50.00
50m	11mm	£165.00	£148.50	£16.50
60m	11mm	£200.00	£180.00	£20.00
100m	11mm	£315.00	£283.50	£31.50
200m	11mm	£630.00	£567.00	£63.00

Rope Cutting Service
	Lengths
FREE OF CHARGE If you purchase a rope from us and would like it cut into two or more lengths please add this service to your basket and email your requirements if it is not listed as an option All our cutting is done with a professional Engel-Coupeur Thermal Blade which cuts and seals the sheath and core fibres at the optimum temperature for thermal welds. While this is the same technique used by most manufacturers, climbing walls and retail outlets we are obliged to point out the following conditions: i) All ropes cut to custom lengths are classed as Special Orders and cannot be returned. ii) The original manufacturers specification for the rope may be modified within 5cm of the cut location. iii) If present, original rope marking labels (indicating length for example) may be invalidated and will be removed. iv) The customer assumes all responsibility for the design of modified ropes. v) Only available at time of purchase vi) Ropes with center marking or change of pattern will only be cut at the half-way point and the marked region will be discarded. vii) We reserve the right to charge for this service for a large number of cuts from a single rope length.

Rope buying advice
Your rope is one of the most important pieces of equipment and is subjected to some of the harshest treatment: scraping, pulling, dirt, water, ice crystals, sunlight etc. Look after your rope and it will look after you but it won't last forever. Depending on level of use and storage conditions ropes typically last from 3 months to 3 years.

Some advice to help choose a rope ( in no particular order):

1. Buy the very best rope you can afford and a rope tarp to help keep it clean
2. Retire your rope the moment you even suspect it could be damaged.
3. Dry treatments help to repel dirt and grime which can cause accellerated rope wear. Impregnated dry ropes are even better than surface treated ropes. You can (and should) wash and dry treat ropes yourself (see rope accessories)
4. Use dynamic ropes for climbing - never use static or semi-static ropes.
5. Choose a length to suit the climbs you do - 30m for scrambling, indoor climbing and shorter routes, 50m for the majority of UK crags, 60 / 70m for alpine and long multipitch routes. Too long and you're carrying extra weight and tangles can be a problem, too short and you'll not get to the top (or bottom)
6. When using double ropes always have different colours for each rope - signalling which rope you want slack or tight on is much easier if you can identify it quickly.
7. Ropes with more elongation are better suited to sport climbing.
8. Light weight ropes are better suited to Alpine use
9. Hardwearing ropes are ideal for regular use, cragging and professional applications.
10. Heavier climbers should choose ropes with greater strength, ie: have a higher number of UIAA falls specified.
11. Very thin ropes can tangle more easily and be harder to un-tie, whereas thicker ropes can be more difficult to knot and fit through belay equipment.
12. MAKE SURE your belay equipment is suitable for the diameter and type of rope you choose.
13. DON'T choose a rope just because you like the colour or because its cheap - it will be a false economy.
14. ALWAYS use identical specification half ropes when double roping.
15. Single ropes are easier to use and are high suited to top / bottom roping and lead routes that take fairly straight lines.
16. Double ropes reduce friction on meandering routes, can provide greater protection and confidence but are more costly and difficult to handle. Weight is easily split between two rucksacks.
17. Twin ropes may appear to be similar to double ropes but must strictly be used as a pair through all the same clips so have only a small advantage over a good quality single rope but are great for high alpine use where the already low weight can be further shared between your party.

Rope Brands
We aim to supply one of the most comprehensive selections of ropes available in the UK at very competitive prices. We've included links to the manufacturers sites below so you can really do your homework before committing to purchase your most critical and important piece of equipment.

AC Cousin - one of the world's largest manufacturers of ropes for every kind of sport and industrial uses. Climbing ropes incorporate reinforced sheaths ideal for professional users, climbing walls and centre use. www.cousin-trestec.com

Edelrid - Well known German made ropes with loyal following. High performance products for demanding customers. www.edelrid.de

Roca - Spanish market leader, produce all the ropes in-house. Well loved by professionals and climbing walls because of their hard-wearing, no-nonsense products. www.rocaropes.com

Zero G - The fast growing British brand which well known for producing great hardware has expanded into ropes and harnesses with excellent products at attractive prices. www.zerogclimbing.co.uk