From climbing walls in city gyms to the challenge of a cliff under open skies, the rope you use plays a critical role in your success and safety. So, learning some of the ins […] Skip to content ...

We took to the whips to find the best climbing ropes for every type of climbing, with top picks from Sterling, Mammut, and Edelrid. advertisement. GearJunkie. The Best Climbing Ropes of 2025.

From climbing walls in city gyms to the challenge of a cliff under open skies, the rope you use plays a critical role in your success and safety. So, learning some of the ins […] Skip to content ...

Climbing ropes are designed with a bit of stretch in them—the better to absorb some of the impact during a fall—although the ropes will gradually lose their elasticity over time.

From the earliest days of climbing the primary piece of equipment required to halt a falling climber has been the rope. Originally produced from natural fibres such as hemp or manila twisted and ...