Dynamic double rope with high cut resistance and Dry treatment
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Cut-resistant aramid fibers create an extra layer of protection between the core and outer sheath.
Provides the same dynamics, handling, knotability, and water resistance as any other Mammut Dry rope.
As effective in alpine and mountaineering routes as it is multipitch climbing or trad climbing.
Dynamic, easy-to-handle, and significantly more cut-resistant, our new Core Protect Dry Rope is built for safer climbing. The increased cut resistance comes from an extra layer of protection between the outer sheath and core, made from aramid – a military grade fiber renowned for its resistance.
As a static material, aramid lacks the dynamic properties needed for a climbing rope – we combat this by braiding the aramid sheath with extra length. Under tension, the aramid can protect the core of the rope by unfolding to its full length, without being subject to the maximum force during the fall.
While the quality of today’s climbing ropes is very high, accidents still occur when sharp edges are involved. Usually, these are found in alpine routes, crack climbing along granite lines, and sports climbing due to sharp carabiners.
Studies from the German Alpine Club found that broken ropes were the cause of 53 accidents between 1965-2015 – 35 by sharp edges. Accidents have also risen in recent years due to a trend towards thinner ropes. Our Core Protect Dry Rope increases the safety and cut-resistance compared to normal, dynamic climbing ropes.
Firstly, we created a realistic fall scenario, which saw a climber with 80kg follow a multi-pitch route before falling in a traverse over a granite edge, with 90 cm of slack in the system. We found that the additional aramid sheath not only protects the core of your rope when encountering a sharp edge – it does so even better than your normal, dynamic climbing rope.
Next, our internal team tested it. Both our rope developers and our climbing team spent days at the Swiss crag to test and optimize the Core Protect Rope – not only as technical experts, but as passionate climbers who understand what the discipline requires.
Finally, we got Mammut athletes Jonas Schild and Katherine Choong to test the ropes outdoors, as well as several mountain guides in the Swiss Alps and around the world.
This vigorous testing, alongside the patented technology is how we've made sure that the Core Protect Dry Rope is ready for your next adventure in the mountains.
Curious to know even more? Deep dive into the science and history behind climbing rope development, and learn more about the testing processes in this video by Hard Is Easy.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 12 reviews.
Review topics: ["rope","sheath","objectives"].
"This new technology is amazing. It has allowed Mammut to create a proven cut resistant climbing rope and the thinnest and safest dual-rated rope on the market. As true experts in textile engineering going back a very long time, Mammut makes exceptional ropes. The sheath is very smooth and runs through belay devices and your hands so nicely. I really like the bright colors of the sheath as well. This rope will be well loved for years to come."
"Great rope for glacier climbs - Its lightweight, robust with Core Protect and its quite smooth & knots well. I love the color contrast with the snow as well"
"Great handling rope for alpine climbing."
"The peace of mind of coreprotect is worth the extra money. 8mm is great. Feels great, works great."
"Les cordes glisses vraiment bien, le ratio diamètre poids est très bien et pour le moment aucune marque d'usure. Si c'était à refaire je prendrais des 70m par contre car je me rends compte qu'il y a quand même plusieurs voies où le 5m de sécurité en rappel est important. Parfait pour les voies d'aventures en escalade trad"
"Awesome! Supple, knot well, feed well, not too stretchy but provide a nice catch. Love the added security of the core protect. Super happy with these ropes."
"Great ropes, only used on one six pitch climb so far but an absolute delight to belay with! None of the usual new rope stiffness after the first pitch, meant we could concentrate entirely on climbing and not worry about rope management!!!"
"Mammut ropes are my go-to as a climbing instructor and guide on Mt Rainier and Baker in Washington state. The flexibility, strength, and core protection offer an added level of protection in the mountains. Not to mention they are lightweight and colors stand out in contrast with the snow. Beginner or expert, this is a great rope to take into the mountains."
"Great rope for shorter alone objectives and also our glacier travel rope. Wish I'd give with the longer length to have more applications but the weight savings are fear"
"Super Seile"
