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climbing rope recommendations? 11-Jul-2022 At 8:52:41 AM Duang Daunk

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On 11-Jul-2022 Bill44 wrote:
>For any beginner climber, choosing the best climbing rope for beginners
>is a necessary and indispensable tool. The ideal diameter of the wire should
>be 8.6 mm to 10.5 mm with a thickness of 9.7 mm to 9.8 mm, which will probably
>give you the best performance.

What size and rating would you recommend for the shackles bro?
I’d like to know because I saw a U-tube of Dan Osmond roped jumping recently and was thinking of giving it a go next week and need the best performance available for safety.

On 19-Feb-2022 robbio wrote:
>Would anyone recommend a good value 60m climbing rope?
>
>Uses: mostly sport climbing, with some top roping. My bro is buying his
>first rope...
>
>Any suggestions welcome..

There’s more than one answer to your question, and it depends on the intended use/s vs your budget, as most single ropes these days are fit for multi purpose.
Lots of information out there.
Here’s one source.
https://www.climbinganchors.com.au/buying-guide/best-first-rope