Meaning Static rope

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Static rope

A non-elastic rope. Compare with dynamic rope.

Source: ashevillenow.com

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Static rope

Compared to a dynamic rope, a static rope does not significantly stretch when loaded. Used for abseiling, hauling or toproping; disastrous for leading because all the impact is transferred to the fall [..]

Source: ukclimbing.com

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