What is the Tensile Strength or Breaking Strength of a Maxim Rope?
A dynamic rope is strong for its size. However, the rope is primarily designed to absorb the shock of a fall. A strong rope may or may not absorb a fall better than a less strong rope. The UIAA does require a tensile test for rope certification, but a dynamic rope will break at approximately 7,000 to 9,000 lbs depending on size and construction. Tensile strength should not be considered when choosing a dynamic climbing rope. It is not relevant to how a rope performs for rock climbing and mountaineering. How long does they dry coating last? The dry coating slowly deteriorates with use. This is primarily due to abrasion. How often you climb and the type of rock you climb will effect how quickly the coating deteriorates. Dry coating wear off quickly in very abrasive areas such as Joshua Tree and last longer in New England. Washing your rope also reduces the effectiveness of the dry coating. In general, a dry coating will be effective for a year for moderate use on granite rock. How do I w
