Description

BEAL Karma 9.8mm Dynamic Climbing Rope
Attributes: Ropes
Discover the ultimate partner for your vertical progress with the BEAL Karma 9.8mm dynamic single rope. Engineered for the modern climber who demands performance, reliability, and exceptional handling, the Karma 9.8mm stands as a benchmark in its class. It is the perfect tool to elevate your climbing, whether you are pushing grades at the crag or honing your skills at the indoor gym.
The BEAL Karma 9.8mm is your ideal progression rope, expertly blending lightweight handling with reassuring security. Perfect for sport climbing and cragging, this dynamic single rope allows experienced climbers to confidently transition to thinner diameters. Enjoy smooth feeding through belay devices, effortless clipping, and impressive durability for frequent use. The Karma 9.8mm offers an exceptional balance of thinness and control, making it a reliable workhorse and a smart investment for your climbing journey.
Exceptional Handling and Fluid Performance
At a versatile 9.8mm diameter, this rope strikes the perfect balance. It is thin enough to offer a significant reduction in weight and drag compared to thicker entry-level ropes, yet it provides enough substance for a confident grip and controlled belaying. Experience fluid rope management that feeds effortlessly through any belay device, from classic tubes to modern assisted-braking units. This smooth operation translates to less fatigue for the belayer and allows the climber to focus entirely on the movement and the next hold. Clipping is a seamless action, helping you maintain your rhythm and composure on challenging redpoint attempts.
Built for Dedicated Use and Longevity
The Karma 9.8mm is designed to be a true workhorse. It is constructed to withstand the rigors of frequent use, making it an excellent choice for projecting routes where repeated falls are part of the process. The robust sheath construction offers impressive resistance to abrasion, ensuring the rope maintains its integrity and performance over countless sessions on the rock. This focus on durability means you can invest in your climbing with a rope that is built to last, providing outstanding value and reliable performance season after season. It´s the dependable partner you need to repeatedly session your project until you send it.
Safety and Confidence on the Wall
BEAL´s commitment to safety is woven into every meter of the Karma 9.8mm. Despite its slim profile, it delivers reassuring security with a low impact force. This crucial characteristic helps to reduce the force transmitted to the climber, the belayer, and the protection during a fall, making for a softer catch and enhancing overall safety. With a high UIAA fall rating, you can climb with the peace of mind that comes from using equipment that meets and exceeds the most stringent industry safety standards.
Technical Specifications:
* Diameter: 9.8 mm
* Impact Force (UIAA Laboratory): 7.5 kN
* Number of UIAA Falls: 7
* Dynamic Elongation: 37 %
* Static Elongation: 9.5 %
* Sheath Slippage: 0 mm
* Weight per Meter: 61 g/m Yellow