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CloseFriendofCamus

CloseFriendofCamus

Lonely wanderer
Mar 14, 2022
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Hey guys!

Recently ordered 10mm thick polyamide static climbing rope (previous was some shitty strethy polypropylene cord)

Got my rope today, it is fresh

Why is it so thick, unbendy, stiffy and leaves a lot of holes in the knots?? Why is it not 100% secure and tight? Too thick???

I am super worried right now, is this rope useless for full suspension hanging, since holes and overall unbendy nature of it??

This forum recommended 10mm climbing rope, preferably low stretch (static), so I picked as sturdy (can take over 2 tons) rope online

Should I just throw it away now???

Comparison pics attached!
Shittier polypropylene rope
 

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Gustav Hartmann

Gustav Hartmann

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Aug 28, 2021
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When the knots are not loosening the rope is o.k. You need a little force to tie knots with a stiff rope. Probably the rope will become more flexible when you put it in hot water.
 
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