Dmm Couloir Rope
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Dmm couloir rope. A hands free fall arrest device that follows the user up and down the rope for use on ropes from 10 5mm to 11mm. A single 60 meter 8 0mm couloir weighs 5 6 pounds. Easy to put on even with crampons and bulky winter clothing and as the waistbelt is flat webbing it won t feel uncomfortable under a pack. In comparison the petzl paso 7 7 weighs 5 5lbs the bluewater icefloss 7 7 weighs 5 pounds and the mammut twilight 7 5 weighs 5 pounds.
Uiaa dry treated light and with low impact forces the couloir is an ideal half rope for alpine and winter climbing. The super couloir features webbing construction for minimal weight and pack size making it ideal for activities where space and weight are critical. A winter alpine specific harness that s light and simple. Dmm core range specifications the core represents more than just dmm s entry level collection of ropes it is the back bone of the range.
Lightweight half and twin rope. The tightly woven sheath helps longevity and also keeps things smooth for belaying abseiling and clipping. Harnesses dmm super couloir harness. Dmm at outdoor retailer summer 2019.
The dmm couloir is a relatively new rope on the market and after we tested it on steep ice in ontario where the air was damp in spring and on steep rockies lines where the air was cold and dry we ve concluded these are five star lines. With additional heat treatment they don t suffer from stiffness or rigidity feeling supple to handle. Single ropes are the most simple and lightweight rope systems for climbing. They can be used for any discipline and are appropriate where protection follows a relatively straight line.
If the route wanders runners will need to be extended to prevent rope drag and prevent trad protection from lifting out. They have amazing water repellent stood up to sharp limestone on mixed pitches catch big falls softly and never kinked up on us. I don t mind carrying the extra half pound for a larger diameter rope on mixed rock and alpine climbs for some extra security and peace of mind. The leg loops can be secured with your feet on the ground making the super couloir easy to use while wearing crampons or skis.
Meaning it can be used in a half single or twin rope system. Hard wearing and durable each rope has been designed to withstand heavy use.