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We carry a great selection of prusik cord for tying friction hitches here. We are constantly brining in new prusik cords to add to our selection. Prusiks have a number of uses, including controlling a climber's descent, backing up a figure 8, and adjusting fliplines. The Tree Climber’s Companion and On Rope are two great books that contain information on using prusiks for climbing and work applications.
All prices and quantities on this page are for a single foot of bulk cord.
Samson Ultra-Tech prusik line has a polyester outer sheath over a Technora fiber core. The core is heat resistant to over 900 degrees so that it won't burn through and part in quick descents. Breaking strength is 7,800 lb. for 5/16”. This size is great for use on smaller diameter climbing lines such as Samson Velocity and New England Fly. Breaking strength is 10,000 lb. for 3/8”. This size of Ultra-Tech prusik cord is ideal for use on 1/2” climbing lines such as Samson ArborMaster® or New England Safety Blue.
A blended poly/Technora cover provides extra protection for the 12 strand core in this line from Yale. Two sizes are available, and the rope construction differs between them. 5/16” Bee Line has a Vectran core and 75% Technora/25% polyester jacket. The 3/8” line has a polyester (non-heat-resistant) core and 50/50 Technora/polyester jacket. Technora fibers are heat resistant to 900°. Breaking strength is 8,000 lb. for 5/16” and 7,500 lb. for 3/8”.
An extremely heat-resistant, 12 strand prusik from Samson that is easy to splice, has a soft feel, and makes great eye and eye tails. 80% Technora/20% polyester blend. 8,500 lb. breaking strength.
Samson has produced the ultimate heat resistant prusik. Invented for firefighters who needed to escape from burning buildings. Bail Out stands up to the heat of rapid descents. Double braid, 100% Technora construction. Technora melts at 900°. Bail Out is firm, will not flatten, and very durable. 4,200 lb. breaking strength.
New England Rope's Therma-Shield cord has a Nomex/Technora cover over a Vectran core. Excellent for friction hitches with great heat resistance. 4,200 lb. breaking strength.