Samson Vortex 12.7mm Climbing Rope

Full-bodied, 12.7mm premium 24-strand climbing rope.

Vortex is the largest of the premium V-Series double-braid ropes from Samson. Vortex has excellent hand, knotability, and strength. For climbers who prefer a full 1/2" (12.7mm) climbing rope, Vortex is the rope of choice.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Samson
• Diameter: 12.7mm (1/2")
• Construction: 24-strand
• Tensile strength: 35.6 kN (8,000 lb)
• Elongation: 3% elongation at 10% ABS
• Weight per 100' / 100m: 7.6 lb / 10.9 kg
• Spliceable: Yes
• Sewn Eyes: Yes
• Made in the USA

WesSpur Review on Launch of Vortex

Rated: Excellent Review by: Niceguydave

For several months now I have kept mum about the new 12.7mm climb line from Samson. I and a handful of other climbers across the country tested the prototypes of this line. What Samson has come out with is a quality 1/2" 24-strand climb line. It has great hand, knots well, redirects in the canopy, works great with ascenders, Ropewrench, and mechanical belay devices. Being a 1/2" rope with Nylon core this is a bit more weight, though still less than a 16-strand. This is a great climb line for those of us who climb in the rain - the extra diameter eases the strain on the hands when pulling. Vortex comes in a variegated blue-green and variegate orange-red color patterns. This is my new main work line.

Customer Reviews from the Old WesSpur Site

After reading Niceguydave's review of this rope, I felt comfortable buying this product without ever seeing it. He's RIGHT! When I opened the box, this was the nicest looking piece of rope I own (I also own Safety Blue Hi-Vee, Lava, Fire, ArborMaster RWB, Buzzz). This product feels soft and silky to the touch but at the same time, firm and strong. I usually perform take downs only using DRT, but I think I might start using a friction saver just to keep this rope looking good. I have tried several different prusik cords on it and all seem to work OK (VT Hitch). Definitely worth the money. Beautiful tight eye splice by the WesSpur Splicing Dept.

This line is a great choice! I had no problems using all of my mechanical devices! The thicker rope offers far better handling! Knots easy and friction hitches glide like a dream! So happy to have made this my new climbing line! Also, something about 8,000 LBS of ABS wipes away the "is my gear going to hold me." JUST LOVE IT!!!