BLACK DIAMOND - 8.5 Dry Climbing Rope - Ultra Blue

Built for versatility, the Black Diamond 8.5 scales both rock and ice. Designed to be used as half ropes or in a twin configuration, the 8.5 features a dry treated core and sheath to repel moisture from the inside out. The sheath&';s 2X2 weave construction increases the lifespan, while the middle marker is easily identifiable for rappels. Features Dry Performance-With a core and sheath that are dry treated, our dry treated ropes are protected against weather from the inside out 2X2 Woven Sheath-Utilizing a 2X2 weave construction, BD&';s standard sheath is built to withstand everyday use Durability and Handling Balance-Purpose-built to balance both durability and great handling, our ropes are not too stiff and not too soft, giving you a great feeling rope that knots easily, feeds through your belay device with ease, yet holds up to a barrage of use Half/twin ropes must be used in pairs. Do not use as a single rope Specifications Rope Type : Half/Twin UIAA Factor Falls : 10 [Half] 17 [Twin] Weight Per Meter : 46 g (1.62 oz) Static Elongation : 7% [Half and Twin] Dynamic Elongation : 35% [Half] 33% [Twin] Impact Force : 5 kN [Half] 7.7 [Twin] Sheath : Dry 2X2 Woven Sheath Sheath Slippage : 0.1% Half Mark : Yes