Edelweiss Elite 7.8
Edelweiss Elite 7.8 ultralight half/twin rope with Unicore and SuperEverdry treatment. Extreme alpine conditions demand extreme lightweight rope — this is it.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Ultra-lightweight at 39g/m
- SuperEverdry maximum protection
- Rated half+twin
- Low impact force makes falls less jarring
- Clips into quickdraws smoothly
Trade-offs
- Very low UIAA rating (3)
- Expert-only handling
- Only auto-tube compatible
Specifications
| Brand | Edelweiss |
| Model | Elite 7.8 |
| Diameter | 7.8mm |
| Type | Half |
| Weight per Meter | 39g/m |
| UIAA Falls | 6 |
| Dynamic Elongation | 35% |
| Static Elongation | 9% |
| Impact Force | 5.5kN |
| Dry Treatment | Yes |