Is 13mm rope just too thick

[NickinMids]

I've tried using my foot and knee ascenders with my 13mm rope. I struggle to disconnect them. Also found it very stiff/slow descending on the rope wrench. Maybe its me or will I have to buy one of these fancy 11.7 ropes.

if I do I will want it to work for access, maybe a bit of SRTWP but be ok to switch to trad Ddrt.

 

What are the main differences between tachyon, kernmaster and cougar blue

 

Sorry I know there has been loads on this but the main question is will a thinner rope make ascent easier

[DanClimbsTrees]

I always thought people used thinner ropes (like 11.7) for SRT as you're never really gripping the rope with your hands like in DdRT so you might as well save on the weight.

 

May be way off though, haven't tried it yet!

[Steve Bullman]

absolutely pointless using 13mm for srt..not that I am an srt climber but I know that much!

All the 3 ropes you mentioned are good

[pie eater pete]

Use 11.7 on Ddrt or SRT-i cant think of advantages now of 13mil?

[Thatoldchestnut]

Cougar blue is a fair bit mor static than the the other two mate but all,great ropes if your using it a lot for access on a bass tie then I would say cougar is your best bet

[Old Mill Tree Care]

You don't need a thick 13mm rope for SRT work because you're not pulling yourself along the rope like with DRT.

An 11.7mm rope is the favoured option and Cougar Blue does not seem to be popular with Rope Wrench users.

Any of the others seem to be a good choice.

[andrew t]

I've tried using my foot and knee ascenders with my 13mm rope. I struggle to disconnect them. Also found it very stiff/slow descending on the rope wrench. Maybe its me or will I have to buy one of these fancy 11.7 ropes.

if I do I will want it to work for access, maybe a bit of SRTWP but be ok to switch to trad Ddrt.

 

What are the main differences between tachyon, kernmaster and cougar blue

 

Sorry I know there has been loads on this but the main question is will a thinner rope make ascent easier

 

Kernmaster is good for RW and it works great on double line . I use my 13 mm on conifers and small trees but only on double rope .

[BenR]

Get the cougar if you want a great all round rope that isnt too stretchy even on a base anchor.

[NickinMids]

Get the cougar if you want a great all round rope that isnt too stretchy even on a base anchor.

 

How much is the cougar blue and who sells it

 

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[Jake Andrews]

Tree worker sell it I believe. Give them a call and see if they have any in stock. No idea on price though.

 

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