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First off, there are static and dynamic ropes.
Static ropes do not stretch and are mostly used for rappelling, hauling, fixed lines, and probably some other stuff I do not know about. This is because none of these activities involve large forces - such as what would be created during a fall.
Dynamic ropes stretch, and are the main type of rope used for rock climbing. This is because they stretch to absorb the shock of the climbing rope. In fact, if I remember correctly, some rock climbing ropes can stretch to as much as 30% more than it's original length.
Dynamic ropes come in a wide range of diameters and can also be divided into three categories - single ropes, half ropes, and twin ropes. One would choose a certain diameter and type of rope based on the activity they plan on doing.
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What is the name of the climbing plants that hang like ropes in rainforest trees?
vines
What does the name Jasmeena mean?
Jasmeena is a variant spelling of the name Jasmine, which is from Persian Yasmin, the name of a climbing plant with fragrant flowers which is used for making perfumes.
What is the name given to ropes for hoisting sail?
in a sailing dinghy, the name given to ropes used for hoisting the sail is halyards.
What is the name of the holes on a climbing wall?
climbing holes
What does mean jasmine?
From Persian Yasmin, the name of a climbing plant with fragrant flowers which is used for making perfumes.Well, Jasmine is a flower so the name could be referring to the flower.
What is a name of climbing bird?
Woodpecker
What does the name Jazmyn mean?
Jazmyn is a modern spelling variant of Jasmine or Yasmin. Jasmine is a kind of climbing plant with fragrant flowers which is used for making perfumes.
Climbing a building with no ropes?
A fairly recent trend, unprotected building climbing, or 'Urban Free Solo' as it has come to be known in the climbing community, is more or less universally illegal, considered a form of trespass. The most promonant name in the field is probably the French climber, Alain Robert, who has climbed famous structures around the world, and has been arrested for it several times. Often, the style of climbing involved in this field is not incredibly technical, but makes up for this by requiring a great deal of stamina, and of course, the confidence and courage to attempt such climbs without protection.
BOATS TYPICALLY HAVE SEVERAL METAL FITTINGS WHERE ROPES CAN BE FASTENED. WHAT IS THE NAME FOR THESE METAL FITTINGS?
Metal fittings where ropes are secured are called cleats.
Boats typically have several metal fittings where ropes can be fastened What is the name for these metal fittings?
Metal fittings where ropes are secured are called cleats.
Boats typically have several metal fittings where ropes can be fastened What Is the name for the metal fittings?
Metal fittings where ropes are secured are called cleats.
Im looking for a knot that was on Mythbusters it was the knot used to shimmy up the building It only moved up the rope and couldn't go the other way does anyone know the name of it?
The practice of climbing using only ropes (not actually climbing the curface of a rock) is Prussicking (or Prusiking). The knot is a Prusik Knot or Prusik Hitch. There are various sites on the internet where the technique and the knot it self is discussed and demonstrated.
