The DIABLO 9.8MM rope is an improved and thinner version of its big sister the DIABLO 10.2. With its new very thin sheath, it is even more efficient when taking in slack and carabiners, and better than the more traditional smaller diameter ropes, with a lower weight. Its resistance to abrasion has also been improved. I
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
Sheath doesn't soak up moisture like untreated alternatives
Unicore tech for added safety if the sheath gets damaged
Made by a company with decades of rope-making experience