Single Ropes

Single ropes are the most common type of climbing ropes and have many uses. They are used for top rope climbing, sport and trad climbing as well as indoor and gym climbing. Single ropes are used in a single strand, therefore the handling is very simple and easy. 

Standard single ropes range from about 9.5mm to 11mm in diameter. High end single rope are thinner with a diameter around 9mm and smooth covers.

Single ropes are tested in a single strand according to the UIAA standard, which references EN 892 with a test mass of 176lbs (80kg). They need to withstand a minimum of 5 falls and the maximum impact force must not exceed 2,697lbs (12 kN).