What are twin ropes, double ropes, and half ropes and how do I use them?
[back to top] [FAQ contents] From: Robert K. Hanson A rope marked (on the end of the rope and/or on the tag) with the following (inside a circle): (1) A single rope. Use just one of these puppies. (1/2) A “half” rope. This is what most people mean when they say “double” rope. Use two of these, alternating pieces. If you fall on these, you want to fall on just one of them. (oo) = the infinity symbol. This is a twin rope. Use two of these. Clip both ropes to EVERY piece. Best to use two carabiners on each piece — one for each rope. If you fall on these, you VERY MUCH want to fall on both of them. From: David Kreindler I think it is important not to confuse half ropes and twin ropes. Twin ropes must be treated as a single. Half ropes are best not treated as a single. Using twins as if they were halfs (halves?) could result in rope failure. Using halfs as if they were twins could result in dangerously high impact forces From: Bernd Nebendahl There is virtually no difference between handli
