Here is the ultimate rope, the latest creation of the BEAL LAB, born with the help of the BEAL Team climbers. Its the only rope in the world which conforms to all 3 dynamic rope norms. The JOKER is in effect at the same time a single rope, a half rope and a twin rope. This rope will be loved by the most extreme climbers, seeking lightness and easy running, as much as by more traditional climbers seeking a multi-purpose rope for ridge routesor classic face routes, mixed ice and snow, or snow alone.
Strong Points:
- Multi use.
- Ultra light.
- Ultra smooth.
Attention: Used as a single this rope may not be grippable by all hands, and in all devices: in effect its fineness makes it a rope which demands expert holding and controlling. Classic devices, designed for higher diameter ropes, will give reduced braking, and some self-locking auto-brakes may simply not work.
Uses:
-Single: Very high level climbers
-Half / Twin: Climber / Mountaineer.
All Beal dynamic rope sheaths are waterproof treated with
Dry Cover
Beal Compact Process: Beals exclusive weaving process renders core and sheath as one, ensuring a perfect equilibrium in the rope and giving it these unique attributes:
- Lowers the impact force
- Increases the number of falls
- Allows the rope to conserve its dynamic properties in use
- Eliminates sheath slippage in normal conditions of use
Each Beal rope includes an individual identification number
Black Limit: To see the middle of the rope with ease. Beal gives he option Black Limit on every single rope in its range. It consists of an indelible black mark at the middle point of the rope. It is made of a special ink designed to have no effect on nylon.
- Diameter: 9.1 mm
- Number of bobbins 48
- Weight per meter: 53 g
- Impact force Laboratory:
-Used as single rope: 7.9-8.10 kN
-Used as half rope: 5.60-5.80 kN
-Used as twin rope: 9.10-9.30 kN
- Impact force BEAL Guaranty:
-Used as single rope: 8.2 kN (with 80 kg)
-Used as half rope: 6 kN (with 55 kg/ 1 end)
-Used as twin rope: 9.5 kN (with 80 kg/ 2 ends)
- Number of UIAA Falls Laboratory:
-Used as single rope: 6-7
-Used as half rope: 524-26
-Used as twin rope: >25
- Number of UIAA Falls BEAL Guaranty: 15
-Used as single rope: 5 (with 80 kg)
-Used as half rope: 20 (with 55 kg/ 1 end)
-Used as twin rope: >25 (with 8 kg/ 2 ends)
- Sheath slippage: 0mm
- Extension during the first fall:
-Used as single rope: 37%
-Used as half rope: 32%
-Used as twin rope: 29%
- Static elongation:
-Used as single rope: 8%
-Used as half rope: 8% (1 end)
-Used as twin rope: 7% (2 ends)
- Resistance to a factor 1,77 fall over an edge of radius 0.75mm
-Used as single rope: no
-Used as half rope: yes
-Used as twin rope: yes
- Sheath percentage: 35%
- CE EN 892 (Single, Half & Twin)
Used as a single stand this very thin rope demands belaying technique adapted to its characteristics and precautions against wear because of its lower abrasion resistance.
Note: Please consult us at customerservice@barrabes.com if you would like to specify the colour of your rope.