Mountaineering / Rock Climbing

At Namah, we produce various kind of high quality and certified ropes to meet every demand Find below the break down of our offerings for mountaineers and rock climbers

Dynamic Ropes

Dynamic ropes are essential in climbing because they are designed to stretch and absorb the energy of a fall, reducing the impact on the climber and the gear.

1. Single Ropes:

   • Namah Lynx 9.5mm: A lightweight, durable rope suitable for rock climbing and mountaineering. It offers a good balance between weight and durability. Popular for sport climbing, trad climbing, and mountaineering. It’s known for its smooth handling and durability.

   • Namah Lynx 9.8mm: A versatile rope that’s ideal for all-around climbing, including rock, ice, and alpine climbing.

   • Namah Lynx 9.2mm: Certified as a single, half, and twin rope, this rope is favored in alpine climbing where versatility and lightweight gear are crucial.

2. Half Ropes (Double Ropes):

   • Namah Lynx 8.5mm: Used in alpine climbing and trad climbing where rope drag and the need for redundancy are concerns.

   • Namah Lynx 8.0mm: A lightweight option for long, technical routes, allowing climbers to alternate protection and reduce rope drag.

3. Twin Ropes:

   • Namah Lynx 8.0mm: Often used in ice and mixed climbing, where the ropes are clipped together into every piece of protection.

Semi-Static (Low-Stretch) Ropes

Semi-static ropes are used in situations where minimal stretch is desired, such as rappelling, hauling, or fixed lines in mountaineering.

1. Namah Indus 10.5mm: Commonly used for fixed lines, rappelling, and rescue operations in mountaineering. Its low stretch provides stability during these activities.

2. Namah Indus 11mm:

   • A robust rope used in rescue and fixed line setups, offering high durability and minimal elongation under load.
   • Ideal for static rigging, rappelling, and hauling systems in mountaineering expeditions.

Specialty Ropes

Specialty ropes are used for specific tasks within mountaineering and rock climbing.

1. Prusik Cord: Namah 6mm/7mm Accessory Cord:** Used for prusik knots in self-rescue scenarios or as an anchor backup. Often used for creating friction hitches or tying off gear.

2. Static Ropes (for Fixed Lines and Hauling):

   • Namah Indus 11mm: Designed for heavy-duty hauling and static lines, especially in harsh environments.

   • Namah Indus 10mm: Used for fixed lines, hauling, and anchor setups in mountaineering.

Conclusion

• Dynamic Ropes: These are primarily used in climbing activities where falls are expected. They come in different forms (single, half, twin) to suit various types of climbing, including rock, ice, and alpine climbing.
• Semi-Static Ropes: Used for activities where low stretch is needed, such as rappelling, fixed lines, and rescue operations in mountaineering.
• Specialty Ropes: Include prusik cords, static ropes for hauling and fixed lines, and glacier ropes, all of which are used for specific tasks within mountaineering and rock climbing.