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Alpine Sender Dry Rope - 7.5mm
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The Petzl Rumba Dry 8.0mm Half Rope is a versatile and durable option for mountaineering and multi-pitch climbing. With its slim diameter and Duratec Dry treatment, it resists water, dirt, and abrasion. EverFlex technology ensures a secure grip and consistent handling. Perfect for rappels with its middle marker.
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Rumba Dry 8.0mm Half Rope:
The Rumba Dry 8.0mm Half Rope from Petzl is the ultimate choice for mountaineering enthusiasts. This versatile rope is perfect for both rock and ice climbing, and it can also be used as a twin rope for those demanding multi-pitch climbs that require two ropes for the rappel.
Featuring Petzl's innovative Duratec Dry treatment, this rope is designed to withstand the harshest conditions. It is resistant to water dripping off ice, dirt scattered on sandy ledges, and abrasion from rocky edges.
The unique EverFlex thermal treatment stabilizes the core's strands, ensuring that the rope maintains its shape and provides a secure grip for the belayer. It also guarantees consistent handling over time, making it a reliable choice for any climbing adventure.
Details:
Specs
Type: Half, Twin
Diameter: 8mm
Dry Treatment: Duratec
Static Elongation: [double] 11%, [twin] 6%
Dynamic Elongation: [double] 33%, [twin] 32%
Impact Force: [double] 6.3kN, [twin] 9.6kN
UIAA Falls: [half] 7, [twin] 22
Center Mark: yes
Sheath Construction: 40-carrier
Sheath Mass: 41%
Rope Weight: 44g/m
Claimed Weight: [60m] 5lb 13.1oz
Manufacturer Warranty: 3 years
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