Sterling Velocity XEROS 9.8
Sterling's flagship cragging workhorse with XEROS dry treatment meeting the UIAA water repellent standard. Among the most durable ropes tested, the Velocity XEROS excels at heavy-use cragging and trad climbing. Excellent moisture resistance for all-weather performance.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Strengths
- Very durable for the diameter
- Excellent all-weather performance
- Proven workhorse rope
Trade-offs
- Heavier at 62 g/m
- Stiffer handling than thinner ropes
- Heavier rope to haul on big walls
Specifications
| Brand | Sterling |
| Model | Velocity XEROS 9.8 |
| Diameter | 9.8mm |
| Type | Single |
| Weight per Meter | 62g/m |
| UIAA Falls | 6 |
| Dynamic Elongation | 28.8% |
| Static Elongation | 8.8% |
| Impact Force | 8.6kN |
| Dry Treatment | Yes |