Can someone bump up a "best way to wash climbing rope" thread please

[TGB]

If the detergent has any kind of solvent or bleaching agent in it, then this would not be good for kernmantle rope.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kernmantle_rope

Often there is outward signs of damage. But inward damage can be difficult to detect, so best not take the risk. As said, there are special rope cleaning agents available. Or you could use pure soap flakes, such as 'Lux' or 'Boots' own brand.

[Will Heal]

Never felt the need to wash my harness, just dry it out and brush it off. Clean rope tho, lovely!

[DanM]

I always put mine in on a slower spin speed as well, otherwise the misses goes mad when the washer starts walking across the kitchen floor.