Beal Joker Rope Review

Both the joker 9 1 and its soft version handle extremely well however the testers actually preferred the regular version of the joker for two reasons.

Beal joker rope review.

But if you re heading up on a multi pitch or alpine route and only plan on bringing one rope we think the joker is a solid. While the beal joker with its unicore construction is also a top choice for a thin alpine climbing rope we think the volta offers better longevity and is thus our top choice for alpine climbing or long multi pitch routes. This 9 1mm lead cord is the first ever rope certified for single half or twin use. The new sheath to core binding technology is a step in the right direction but the jury is out as to whether it works significatnly better than other ropes.

Thanks to its skinny 9 1 diameter low weight and advanced dry treatments the beal joker unicore dry cover climbing rope is as equally suited to difficult sport routes as it is to soaking wet alpine excursions. The beal joker is in effect a single rope a half rope and a twin rope at the same time. Edelrid python touchtec 10mm a durable reliable basic rope with one very important safety feature that s excellent for beginners and veterans alike. Only the beal joker and sterling nano 9 1 mm and 9 2 mm respectively come close at 8 2 kn and 8 4 kn.

The beal joker was the first rope to be certified for single twin and half use and it remains the leader in the skinny rope field thanks to its unicore construction. These ropes are not built to take abuse. The fatter diameter means a longer lifespan and the price is more than budget friendly. This 9 1mm lead cord is the first ever rope certified for single half or twin use.

The beal joker 9 1 left and the beal joker 9 1 soft right handling. The beal joker 9 1 unicore is a skinny rope that performs like a larger rope making it ideal for a first timer. It has the classic beal noodle like hand and super soft dynamic catching. Sure there are skinnier 8 5 mm lines out there and you may want to go there for certain situations.

The joker has multiple personality disorder. Used as a double or half rope impact ratings of 5 5 kn and 8 8 kn respectively the opera performs more like a stretchy half rope than its stiffer triple rated cousins with each rating lower by 1 to 2 kn. Expect greater performance but a shorter life compared to a fatter stiffer rope. This rope will be loved by the most extreme climbers seeking lightness and easy running as much as by more traditional climbers seeking a multi purpose rope for ridge routesor classic face routes mixed ice and snow or snow alone.

The unicore construction eliminates sheath slippage and the dry cover sheath treatment guarantees a high level of water and humidity resistance. The joker has multiple personality disorder.