When to Retire a Climbing Rope || REI

Climbing ropes don’t last forever and knowing when to retire a rope is critical. In this video, Miranda demonstrates how to inspect a rope for damage and provides tips for determining when it’s time to retire your rope. She also offers ideas for what you can do with retired ropes rather than tossing them in the trash.
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