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Hey, I have been been climbing for about three years now and I have finally retired my first rope. Admittedly, later then I probably should have seeing as it is riddled with core shots. I am looking to purchase a new rope but want to make sure I make the right choice. My only requirements is that it is a 70m, dry treated, single rope, that is pretty durable. I have been considering heavily the Blue Water Xenon Double Dry Climbing Rope - 9.2mm. If anyone has used this rope before I would love their opinion and if anyone has other suggestions that would be awesome! Keep in mind that I am a broke college student with an expensive hobby so if you have recommendations try to keep them within a reasonable price range. Thank you so much! |
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https://www.maximropes.com/home/products/dynamic_ropes/product_detail/product/maxim_platinum/
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Mammut Infinity Dry is my top pick |
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Sierra Trading Post is usually the best source for 70m ropes for those on a budget. And if you want durable, 9.2mm isn't a wise move. |
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I'm partial to Sterlings - Velocity in particular - but there are a number of equivalent possibilities. I am curious about what I see as inconsistencies in your post. You list durability as a requirement. You don't list weight. Yet you propose a 9.2 rope - why so thin? |
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Mammut infinity is constantly a top pick for durability and handling. Pricey though. In the protect dry sheath it retails $250 in a 70m, $300 for full dry. |
Ma Ja wrote: Mammut Infinity Dry is my top pick Mammut Infinity 9.5 would be my choice also. |
Micah Tedeschi wrote: Hey, I have been been climbing for about three years now and I have finally retired my first rope. Admittedly, later then I probably should have seeing as it is riddled with core shots.I think it is a little late to retire a rope that already has 'core shots.' You might want to get a 10.5-11mm cord. |
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I keep debating on this rope.... it's a special by edelweiss for backcountry. Looks like a good deal, especially if you use that first time backcountry 20 off coupon and 8% back thru activejunky. Edelweiss Echo |
Eric Engberg wrote: I'm partial to Sterlings - Velocity in particular - but there are a number of equivalent possibilities. I am curious about what I see as inconsistencies in your post. You list durability as a requirement. You don't list weight. Yet you propose a 9.2 rope - why so thin? Plus one |
Chris Owen wrote: Same |
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Mammut infinity, or Beal Joker with a very slight preference toward the joker. Both ‘feel’ pretty similar in size, and are about the same price per feature. I own both, and when I need to replace one, I’ll go with whichever is on sale. |
Josh C. wrote: Not even a little Waaaaaaaaay back BD was the distributor for Beal |
Micah Tedeschi wrote: My only requirements is that it is a 70m, dry treated, single rope, that is pretty durable. I have been considering heavily the Blue Water Xenon Double Dry Climbing Rope - 9.2mm. If anyone has used this rope before I would love their opinion and if anyone has other suggestions that would be awesome! Keep in mind that I am a broke college student with an expensive hobby so if you have recommendations try to keep them within a reasonable price range. Thank you so much! What kind of climbing do you do? I like this rope, though I have only top roped on it, my buddy owns it. It doesn't feel like a 9.5. Feels thinner than my Mammut 9.2. Sterling Evolution HelixSmall but mighty: With a new sheath and bantam weight core construction, the Helix is our skinny workhorse. Blending the right features—the ease of the 9.5-diameter rope, durable and light with low impact force—the Helix is ideal for high-end sport, trad and mixed climbing. Now available in DryXP, UIAA Certified Water Repellent. Non bicolor options include a Middle Mark. Available Lengths: 40, 50, 60, 70, 80 m // DryXP available in 60, 70, 80 m lengths |
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If the rope you are retiring is full of core shots I would suggest that whatever rope you end up with being a Unicore. |
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Micah -- here's a different perspective (from an old timer): I've been climbing a long time. Always wanted time rather than $$$. So, being a dirtbag all my adult life, I've never had the goods to just pick my idea of the best rope for me. Instead, I've always just bought what's on sale or a really good deal. Never been disappointed yet. Right now I have a 60m Roca I paid $102 for through Camp Saver (free shipping) and a recently purchased 70m Roca 9.6 for $110 (no tax or shipping; picked it up locally in Bishop, CA). They may weigh a few more grams per meter, but that comes out to 1 lb at the most. Plus I'm not 'sending the gnar' at 63 like I did 25 years ago. (I also redpointed my first 5.12 in clunky old LaSportiva boots, reminding myself that's not the rope or the shoes that will make the ultimate difference...) |
Kevin Mokracek wrote: If the rope you are retiring is full of core shots I would suggest that whatever rope you end up with being a Unicore. hence my recommendation above... |
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Get a maxim. |
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Throwing in yet another recommendation for the Mammut. It has consistently been the rope I reach for any time I go out. |
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Mammut ropes are great but their sheath does wear fast compared to sterling and blue water. The sterling marathons and evolutions hold up forever it seems |
