So, my main objective was to see if it functioned like other high-end single dynamic ropes of the same diameter. I had a lot of ropes to compare against, as I use 9.8s as daily drivers.

With an ever increasing choice from manufacturers, the hardest part about buying a dynamic climbing rope can be deciphering what’s on offer, and understanding how it relates to your chosen activity.

With an ever increasing choice from manufacturers, the hardest part about buying a dynamic climbing rope can be deciphering what’s on offer, and understanding how it relates to your chosen activity.