How to coil the rope?
Carefully coil your rope to avoid twists.
Warnings
- Carefully read the Instructions for Use used in this technical advice before consulting the advice itself. You must have already read and understood the information in the Instructions for Use to be able to understand this supplementary information.
- Mastering these techniques requires specific training. Work with a professional to confirm your ability to perform these techniques safely and independently before attempting them unsupervised.
- We provide examples of techniques related to your activity. There may be others that we do not describe here.
Butterfly coil
- Easy to learn, this coil reduces twists.
- The loops can snag on branches when carrying.
It is also possible to coil a doubled rope, but this technique requires careful uncoiling.
Shoulder
Hand
Backpack coil
It is also possible to coil a doubled rope, but this technique requires careful uncoiling.
Mountaineer's coil
- Very practical for carrying.
- Requires more skill to avoid twists.
Included in this article
VOLTA® GUIDE 9 mm
Ultra-lightweight multipurpose 9 mm rope with UIAA Guide Dry treatment, for ultimate climbing and mountaineering performance
RUMBA® 8 mm
8 mm diameter half rope with Duratec Dry treatment for multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering
VOLTA® 9.2 mm
Ultra-lightweight, multi-type 9.2 mm rope for performance climbing and mountaineering