True story, but I know I'm gonna buy something for hunting every year, so upgrading to 8mm last year was my "controlled burn" I started looking at a new compound, either hoyt or prime and I thought, rope seems less expensive.
When he tested it he was reporting an average of 4000 lbs. He also listed that on the link on their site. Additionally I thought it was cool that he says it is not ANSI certified based on their specs. But rock climbing ropes are apparently not under the ANSI standard. I know nothing on that and am not about to say anything incorrect on it either but they know. So I am just saying I thought that broadcast of honesty says everything about arbsession.com
Use a 7mm for best results on a 10mm tether.
ANSI standards are different for dynamic ropes (which lead lines for rock climbing are) since they stretch to reduce force, they do not have to have a 22.4kn break strength.
I’ll speak specifically to kermantle ropes like most of us use. Life span can vary depending on several factors: the two biggest factors are how you treat your ropes (cleaning, storage, inspection) and the cover percentage. Because our ropes constantly rub up against abrasive tree bark while loaded, You want your core to cover percentage (usually called sheath mass) to be closer to equal. Too thick of a cover and your rope is too flimsy and not usually as strong, too thin of a cover means less long term durability. This applies to kermantle ropes not standard double braids where the core and cover equally share the load. Other things to consider are how much exposure to sunlight the ropes see, and if they are wet or dirty when stored. Either rope size works great but I am partial to a little larger stiffer diameter for handling, especially for a linesman rope.
Love the pic….did you put these on a scale? I started out with 11mm, but soon went after the smaller diameter.Just thought anyone thinking about making the switch might want to see a side by side comparison of bulk. The 8mm is actually a foot longer than the 11mm.
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Any idea what the difference in weight is between these two setups. I currently have the Tethrd lineman ropes and Ropeman but recently bought a Kong Duck and Petzl Oval OK Carabiner. Thinking of switching to the 8mm rope.Just thought anyone thinking about making the switch might want to see a side by side comparison of bulk. The 8mm is actually a foot longer than the 11mm.
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Found a video that shows a 13 ounce difference between the 2 set ups.Just thought anyone thinking about making the switch might want to see a side by side comparison of bulk. The 8mm is actually a foot longer than the 11mm.
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It's not the weight, it's the bulk. 8 is so much nicer to haul in pouch.
Yes, but dropping 3/4 of a lb is quite nice when you haul your kill out on your back. The lighter I go in the lighter I come out and the more meat I can carry. Not to mention I'm 51 and arthritic so every little bit helps.
I carry my Sladder in the pouch with my lineman's loop, rope retrieval line and various carabiners to hang gear so the less bulk the better as well. That was the primary reason for wanting to switch.
I thought 8 would freak me out too, until I started cutting on it to make up a bridge and tether. I love it now.
