From the manufacturer

8mm diameter half rope with Duratec Dry treatment for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering

The RUMBA 8mm half rope offers great versatility in multi-pitch climbing, mountaineering and ice climbing. It has a reinforced sheath for great durability, and also features Duratec Dry water repellent treatment for enhanced performance under any conditions. Excellent grip and great handling make for easier manipulation. 

Features

• Multipurpose rope for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering
  • Duratec Dry treatment for use in rock, mixed, snow, or ice environments: water repellent treatment makes the rope more resistant to water, dirt, and abrasion; good handling, grip, and other characteristics are retained longer in cold, wet conditions
  • Two ropes can be clipped individually or together, depending on terrain or rope drag management
• Durable and easy to grip
  • Excellent balance of diameter, weight and bulk
  • 40-carrier grip for better control
  • Duratec Dry treatment extends the life of the rope
  • UltraSonic Finish: the core and sheath are bonded together at the rope ends by an UltraSonic process, which provides greater durability and helps avoid frayed ends
  • Our Duratec Dry rope treatment is free from intentionally added PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), to reduce the use of substances known to be harmful to health and the environment
• Ease of use
  • Middle Mark: indicates the middle of the rope to facilitate maneuvers
  • EverFlex treatment: specific thermal treatment stabilizes core strands and improves consistency, providing excellent grip and consistent handling over time
  • ClimbReady Coil: special coil makes the rope ready to use, helps avoid initial uncoiling mistakes, and increases longevity