letsroll Posted May 2, 2005 Share Posted May 2, 2005 Has anybody tried this rope? I was looking at getting two 60 m for a twin set-up for alpine snow and rock. Want to get a very light rope that I will use next winter for ice climbing (hence the twin set-up). Are there other ropes I should be looking at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_Husbands Posted May 2, 2005 Share Posted May 2, 2005 i have the Beal Iceline which is nice. double instead of twin, which i prefer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archenemy Posted May 2, 2005 Share Posted May 2, 2005 I have a Beal and I don't care for it. The problem is that the sheath frayed here and there right away. Even though it is superficial and the core is fine, I don't like looking at it and wondering if I want to trust my life to it. I won't get another one. Ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_m Posted May 2, 2005 Share Posted May 2, 2005 I've got the Iceline doubles too; have the same issues with wear, and the dry treatment is very disapponting. Going with something else for my next set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurthicks Posted May 2, 2005 Share Posted May 2, 2005 I love my beal single lines, but prefer Bluewater half/twin ropes for the aforementioned reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baltoro Posted May 10, 2005 Share Posted May 10, 2005 I've got a pair of Jokers (some pun intended) and am pleased thus far. As far as using them to save weight, that is not the way to go. You can certainly get a lighter setup for double or twin use. Doubles down to 8.1 or twins at 7.5 or so would certainly save weight. As a single though they're great for anything you don't plan on falling on but you just might. I got the Jokers because you get 25 falls as twins and 20 as doubles and I'm a big dude (250lbs.) and like having the extra diameter. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy when quivering over gear or manky bolts. I know some folks will climb on one Joker and say an Iceline for use as doubles, giving you a little extra beef. Anyways, hope that helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jedi Posted May 13, 2005 Share Posted May 13, 2005 I thought it handled well and I liked the lighter weight. Maybe not made for the abuse it receieved on Huntington. http://www.cascadeclimbers.com/plab/showphoto.php?photo=10592&sort=1&cat=511&page=1 Jedi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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