TECHNICAL FEATURES
The values of the technical data below are given for the use of single rope/half rope/twin rope respectively
NUMBER OF FALLS: 5/13/32
IMPACT FORCE: 8,1/5,9/9,4 KN
DYNAMIC ELONGATION: 32.8% / 29.4%/ 26.6%
STATIC ELONGATION: 6% / 6% / 4.9%
SHEATH SLIP <1%
NUMBER OF SPINDLES: 48
LENGTH: 80 METRES
WEIGHT
54 g/m
PLEASE NOTE: The weight is measured according to the EN 892 standard.
For example, for a single rope, the rope must be exposed to 10 kg of tension for 1 minute in very precise temperature and moisture conditions.
This gives you the real weight of the rope, which is often superior to the weight given by the standard.
The weight measurement according to the standard is used to compare two ropes to each other.
FRICTIONAL RESISTANCE
This rope has been designed to be as flexible as possible throughout its life.
This is achieved through a knitting technique that allows the sheath to adapt better. However, it may be more fragile in some instances where the rock is abrasive. We recommend this rope for performance and not so much for climbing pitches.
ECO-DESIGN
To reduce the environmental impact, our designers have chosen to dye the strands of the sheath using a technology known as "dope dyeing" (the inner strands are not dyed).
This technology adds colour pigments as early as the manufacturing stage, before the strands are braided. This method stands out from traditional dyeing techniques by reducing the amount of water needed and the amount of waste water discharged from the dyeing baths.
ROPE CENTRE MARKING
To improve your safety, this rope features a black mark which indicates the middle of the rope.
ULTRASOUND FINISH
Deterioration of rope ends is no longer an issue thanks to this new ultrasound fusion process.
MADE IN FRANCE
All of our ropes are designed and tested in Chamonix, in the Mont Blanc valley.
They are made in northern France by our manufacturing partner, Cousin, expert rope makers for 170 years.
WASHING YOUR ROPE
It's important to properly care for your rope to reduce wear.
As dirt wears ropes down, we recommend:
1- using a rope cover;
2- If the rope is dirty, wash it with clean, lukewarm water.
Should stains persist and you want to wash it with soap, it is important to use a pH-neutral soap (such as Marseilles/household soap) and then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
3- Air dry the rope out of the sun and away from all sources of heat.
STORING YOUR ROPE
Ropes should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from light, humidity, and corrosive agents. Never leave ropes inside a car during summer, for example.
CHECKING YOUR ROPE
It is important to check your rope regularly. To do so, run the rope through your hands and inspect it metre by metre along its entire length. This will allow you to spot any nicks, cuts, abrasion or weak points. If you notice any anomalies or irregularities, if the core is visible in certain places, if the rope is deformed or has exceeded its fall rating, it must be changed. Take safety seriously!
ROPE LENGTH EVOLUTION
LENGTH: 80 METRES
As they get older, all climbing ropes reduce in size. Usually, they get 2 to 5% shorter, but this can reach up to 10% depending on humidity, heat, falls, washing, etc. To decrease this effect, we calculate an extra margin of length when manufacturing our ropes, but sometimes this isn't enough. This is why we recommend regularly measuring your rope and checking the rope’s middle mark.
CERTIFICATION
Rope certified in line with the standard EN 892:+A1 standard: 2016
