Choosing Ropes

All climbing ropes are dynamic: they stretch to absorb impact. They differ in diameter and length and have been tested to give you an idea of how they will perform. Read more

Climbing Webbing

A guide to selecting and using nylon, Spectra, and Dyneema webbing for runners, anchors, and slings. Read more

Cleaning, Care, and Retirement

How to handle your climbing rope, including care and cleaning, and when to eventually retire your lifeline. Read more