Yale Kernmaster 11mm Climbing Rope

Yale's Kernmaster is flexible for SRS and MRS climbing.

Yale's Kernmaster is a Kernmantle climb line with good energy absorption. The core fibers of Kernmaster are braided, unlike most other kernmantles, which makes it perform more like a 24-strand, allowing for both access and DdRT climbing using quick hitches. The supple hand of Kernmaster works well with hybrid SRT devices like the Hitch Hiker.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Yale Cordage
• Diameter: 11mm (7/16")
• Construction: Kernmantle
• Tensile strength: 32.5 kN (7,300 lb) ABS
• Elongation: 3% at 10% ABS
• Weight per 100' / 100m: 5.5 lb / 8.2 kg
• Spliceable: No
• Sewn Eyes: Yes
• Made in the USA

WesSpur Review

This rope from Yale has been around for a while. It turns out that it makes an excellent SRT line when using hybrid work systems like the Ropewrench, Unicender, and Hitchhiker. It is a Kernmantle rope that utilizes a braided core instead of the more common parallel strands. It maintains excellent hand, knots well, and doesn't get 'cabled' or stiff like some static lines do when used. It has a Nylon core, which gives it energy absorption. This is an excellent choice for folks who are working a tree using SRT.