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There are 3 types of climbing rope out there: single, half and twin.

Singles can be used on their own, and are fine for sport, climbing walls and shortish trad routes. They vary in thickness from about 9.5 to 11mm.

Half ropes (sometimes called doubles because you need two) are lighter and thinner (typically 8-9mm) and are used for longer trad routes where the pitches don’t necessarily follow straight lines. You’ll need two as one rope is clipped into each piece of gear in order to give two (hopefully) straightish lines and so reduce drag. Halves also allow full rope length retrievable abseils by tying them together and abbing on both strands.

Twin climbing ropes are lighter and thinner still (7-8mm), you need two and both ropes must be clipped into every piece of gear. They are used pretty much exclusively for ice climbing in order to give an extra margin of safety if one climbing rope gets cut. They also allow full length abseils by tying both ropes together and abbing on both strands.

Important factors to consider for all climbing rope include impact force (the amount of force transmitted to the climber and gear when a fall is held – generally lower = better) and weight and durability (you’ll usually find a trade off between the two). Dry treatment is useful if you climb on sea cliffs, ice, bad weather or the mountains as wet or frozen ropes are significantly weaker, heavier and a pain to handle.


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 Edelrid Harrier 10.0mm DS TS  Edelrid Harrier 10.0mm DS TS
Nice mid-diameter rope with Thermo Shield for great handling and Dry Shield to keep out dirt and moisture. Bargain deal now available on this 50m all-year cragging rope.
5/5 5 Review(s)
 £140.00  £79.14  Buy Now 
 Edelweiss O-flex 9.8mm  Edelweiss O-flex 9.8mm
Incredibly durable rope specifically developed for intense use. Highly recommended for top-roping. Available in 30, 40, 50, 60 and 70m lengths.
5/5 1 Review(s)
 £69.95  £54.00  Buy Now 
 Edelweiss Performance 9.2mm  Edelweiss Performance 9.2mm
This versatile rope can be used as a single, half or twin. Comes with Everdry treatment as standard. A great alternative to the Beal Joker. Available in 50, 60, 70 and 80m lengths.
5/5 1 Review(s)
 £125.00  Buy Now 
 Beal Diablo 10.2mm Unicore  Beal Diablo 10.2mm Unicore
ISPO award winning rope with Unicore technology which bonds the sheath and core without effecting flexibility or handling. This also means that if you cut or tear the sheath, the core and sheath remain bonded.
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 £126.00  Buy Now 
 Beal Diablo 9.8mm Unicore  Beal Diablo 9.8mm Unicore
Smooth handling and easy clipping with this award winning rope, Unicore technology keeps the sheath and core bonded even if the sheath is cut.
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 £126.00  Buy Now 
 Sterling Evolution Velocity 9.8mm  Sterling Evolution Velocity 9.8mm
This is Chris Sharma's rope of choice when working routes. Available in 60, 70 and 80m lengths
4/5 1 Review(s)
 £160.00  Buy Now 
 Sterling Evolution Velocity 9.8mm Sharma Edition  Sterling Evolution Velocity 9.8mm Sharma Edition
The do it all Sterling rope in a limited edition Sharma colour pattern, all profits go to the Sharma Fund which gets underprivileged kids out climbing.
5/5 2 Review(s)
 £170.00  Buy Now 
 Sterling Fusion Nano  Sterling Fusion Nano
Count on this 9.2mm climbing rope for high end performance and longterm durability.
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 £150.00  £124.96  Buy Now 
 Sterling Evolution Duetto 8.4mm  Sterling Evolution Duetto 8.4mm
The Duetto is a premium 8.4mm climbing rope built to be lightweight with a great hand.
 £110.00  Buy Now 
 Beal Rope Brush  Beal Rope Brush

4/5 1 Review(s)
 £13.96  Buy Now 
 Beal Rope Cleaner  Beal Rope Cleaner
 £7.99  Buy Now 
 Beal Rope End Marking Kit  Beal Rope End Marking Kit
 £10.00  Buy Now 
 Beal Yuji 10mm  Beal Yuji 10mm
A slightly thinner version of the Edlinger. A very affordable rope that is ideal for indoor use. Available in a range of lengths from 30 to 70m
5/5 2 Review(s)
 £42.30  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Anniversary 9.7mm PS DS TS + Edelrid Caddy Rope Bag  Edelrid Anniversary 9.7mm PS DS TS + Edelrid Caddy Rope Bag
Special Anniversary rope with all the Edelrid treatments, Duotec sheath which changes pattern at the half way point and a FREE Edelrid Caddy rope bag worth £40.00. Available in 60m or 70m lengths.
 £162.00  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Apus 7.8mm PS DS TS  Edelrid Apus 7.8mm PS DS TS
Very light half or twin rope for pushing the limits of mixed and alpine climbing where weight matters.
 £129.90  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Boa 9.8mm TS  Edelrid Boa 9.8mm TS
With Edelrids Thermo Shield treatment the Boa handles really nicely and is a great entry into sub 10mm ropes.
 £85.50  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Boa 9.8mm TS Duotec  Edelrid Boa 9.8mm TS Duotec
More suited to sport climbing the Boa Duotec handles well thanks to the Thermoshield treatment. Duotec means that the sheath pattern changes half way through the rope. Available in 60m or 70m lengths.
 £125.00  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Cobra 10.3mm TS  Edelrid Cobra 10.3mm TS
The pefect balance of price, quality, weight and performance.
4.33/5 3 Review(s)
 £90.00  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Eagle 9.8mm PS DS TS  Edelrid Eagle 9.8mm PS DS TS
High performance rope for crag, alpine or indoor climbing.
4.83/5 6 Review(s)
 £140.00  £125.00  Buy Now 
 Edelrid Falcon 9.4mm  Edelrid Falcon 9.4mm
The extremely light yet robust Falcon climbing rope is ideal for hard routes, on-sight, flash or redpointing when every gram counts.
4.5/5 4 Review(s)
 £138.50  £116.00  Buy Now 

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