Beal Karma 9.8

Beal's intermediate cragging rope offering the perfect compromise between handling and durability. With 7 UIAA falls and a low 7.5 kN impact force, the Karma suits progressive climbers stepping up from beginner ropes. Made with Bluesign-certified nylon.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths

  • Low 7.5 kN impact force
  • Good balance of weight and durability
  • Great value for progressive climbers
  • Low impact force makes falls less jarring

Trade-offs

  • No Unicore bonding
  • Higher elongation than premium ropes
  • Heavier rope to haul on big walls

Specifications

BrandBeal
ModelKarma 9.8
Diameter9.8mm
TypeSingle
Weight per Meter61g/m
UIAA Falls5
Dynamic Elongation34%
Static Elongation6.4%
Impact Force7.4kN
Dry TreatmentNo

Prices

RetailerPrice
epictv.com95.90 EUR
barrabes.com95.90 EUR
verticalextreme.de103.90 EUR
bergfreunde.de105.36 EUR
decathlon.es106.01 EUR
decathlon.it106.01 EUR
decathlon.fr106.01 EUR
hardloop.de106.90 EUR
bananafingers.co.uk112.22 EUR
bergzeit.de112.40 EUR
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