Edelrid Birdlime 1R 9.8

The world's first climbing rope made from renewable bio-based materials. Over 40% of the Birdlime is made from castor-oil-based material, reducing fossil fuel dependency. Thermo Shield treatment ensures excellent handling. The '1R' designation means 'Reduce' in Edelrid's sustainability system.

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths

  • World's first bio-based climbing rope
  • 40%+ renewable castor oil materials
  • PFC-free and Bluesign certified
  • Excellent handling with Thermo Shield
  • Supple handling for easy clipping and belaying

Trade-offs

  • No dry treatment available yet
  • Slightly heavier than comparable ropes
  • New technology - long-term durability unproven

Specifications

BrandEdelrid
ModelBirdlime 1R 9.8
Diameter9.8mm
TypeSingle
Weight per Meter60g/m
UIAA Falls6
Dynamic Elongation35%
Static Elongation8.9%
Impact Force8.5kN
Dry TreatmentNo

Prices

RetailerPrice
klettershop.de133.00 EUR
bergzeit.de135.50 EUR
funktionelles.de135.50 EUR
epictv.com135.90 EUR
naturzeit.com135.92 EUR
hardloop.de142.90 EUR
bergfreunde.de144.46 EUR
verticalextreme.de149.90 EUR
outdoor-climbing.de153.00 EUR
klimwinkel.nl178.50 EUR
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