When to Retire a Climbing Rope || REI

Climbing ropes don’t last forever and knowing when to retire a rope is critical. In this video, Miranda demonstrates how to inspect a rope for damage and provides tips for determining when it’s time to retire your rope. She also offers ideas for what you can do with retired ropes rather than tossing them in the trash. To shop for climbing ropes, click here: https://www.rei.com/c/climbing-ropes To learn more about retiring climbing gear, read our blog post: https://www.rei.com/blog/climb/when-t... ----------------------------------------------------- At Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI), we love to get outside and play, and we know first-hand the importance of quality outdoor gear. We stand behind all our products with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and we design our own line of award-winning REI brand gear and clothing. Whether you're new to outdoor adventure or a seasoned pro, we gladly share our enthusiasm for our products—and the trails, slopes and waterways where we play. Shop REI.com: https://www.rei.com/ Take a class: https://www.rei.com/learn.html Travel with REI: https://www.rei.com/adventures Learn something new: https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice Find a trail: https://www.rei.com/h/adventure-projects Read: https://www.rei.com/blog REI Membership: https://www.rei.com/membership/benefits