Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Thanit Weerawan / Getty Images There are dozens of different types of rope, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. So, ...

It’s time to buy a climbing rope, and you’re starting to feel overwhelmed. Static? Dynamic? What does it all mean? What is measured in millimeters? DOES size matter? All of these questions and more ...

During spring break I discovered rock climbing, thanks to Georgetown’s Outdoor Education and a few extremely dedicated guides. At one point during one of my first ventures, I was about 30 feet in the ...

ATTACK! OpGear introduced the Type 5 and Type 6 Fast Ropes with ECG Termination Eyelets. The Type 5 & 6 Fast Ropes can be connected to any aircraft and offer greater strength, versatility and a higher ...

Which rope is best to use while spelunking? Spelunking would practically be impossible if you didn’t have some caving rope. Next to the proper boots and a helmet, the rope is only one of the few ...