Gear Review
Mammut Flash Climbing Rope - 10.5mm
Never buy again
By ajshepar409027
Ranked #203 - Single Ropes
April 23, 2010
I've been a Mammut rope fan for years, with this being the 6th purchased for personal use (bought several for guiding). It seems well made and is durable, which is a plus. However, the Flash is unlike the others. It is super-stiff, doesn't knot or handle well, kinks like crazy, and has picked up more dirt and black aluminum that wouldn't wash out. Maybe it was a batch thing, because I can't believe it's from the same company. Hoped that it would soften, but after about 20-30 pitches it is still like a cable. Always loved how Mammuts handled. CAN NOT WAIT TO RETIRE THIS ONE. I don't think I've ever been as unhappy w/ a piece of gear. It ranks up there with climbing shoes that don't fit. The fact that I bought a 10.5 proves I'm old school, but I wanted something bomber, which it is.
View Details: Mammut Flash Climbing Rope - 10.5mm
Helpful Votes: 1 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Thickness:
- 10.5mm
- Length:
- 50m, 60m, 70m
- Dry:
- Optional Superdry
- Sheath Construction:
- Double-pick
- Impact Force:
- 9.0kN
- Elongation:
- 6.4%
- Center Mark:
- No
- Yes Falls:
- 10-11
- Weight:
- 70g/m
- Recommended Use:
- Top roping, sport climbing, trad climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 Year
- Country of Origin:
- Albania
Change me.
1 Comments Last Reply: May 17, 2010 By: Libuska
I agree super stiff (even after 4 years of use). I am looking into buying another one as well....
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes