PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m
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PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m
Besides being one of the lightest half ropes on the market, Petzl's Dragonfly climbing rope is also super durable.Features/Benefits:
- Perfect for ice and alpine climbing, mountaineering and wandering rock routes
- Designed to be used in a double rope system
- Very durable with over a third (36.6%) of its fiber content in the sheath
- CE/UIAA certification
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PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m
Dynamic or Static Dynamic Elongation Dynamic: 34%
Static: 8%Impact Force 5.07 kN Standard or Dry Dry Number of UIAA Falls 6 Weight per Meter 41.8 g/m Diameter 8.2 mm Length 60 m Dry Treatment Core & Sheath Midpoint Mark Marked Diameter Range Under 9.5 mm Weight Per Meter Under 55 g/m
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- Lightweight (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Long climbs (4)
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Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Frays quickly
Best Uses
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
i bought a pair of these - used them for about fifteen days, on bolted and trad multi-pitch, limestone and granite. very light, but tangle easily. one is already badly frayed. the other rope's core has burst through the sheath, and the rope can be bent 180 degrees without resistance. the worrying thing is that i know of no incident (rockfall, abseils over sharp edges, stuck abseils, big falls) that might've caused this damage. i wouldn't trust these ropes.
(also, if you do get a pair of these (or any other 8mm rope.), make sure your abseil device has ridged grooves for extra friction - otherwise some abseils can feel a little fast..)
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Climbs
- Outdoor
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
I picked up a pair of these us almost 4 years ago and they are still in fantastic shape. They've been my go to ropes for the past 3 seasons. We typically get out climbing a few multi-pitches at the gunks every other week or so. Despite the criticisms I've read, I haven't had any issues with my set. They hold up and still look great (someone thought they were new last week). We cut the ends off this season because they started to fray where we tie in but the rest of the rope still looks great. My only negatives is that on rappel they are very fast and every so often they get twisted and need a full length rappel to straighten out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Climbs
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
I've used my Dragonfly ropes about 12 hard days on rock and ice over the last year. Overall, they're really good (super light, easy to distinquish colors). They don't seem overly stretchy on rappel, but you must have a belay device that handles thin ropes. They are easier to tangle than thicker ropes but that is mostly due to sloppy technique. I've used them in Toulumne, Red Rock and the Gunks and, so far, they are wearing well, but I don't expect them to last like a heavier duty rope.
My only issue is that one of the ropes has stretched so it is about 2 meters longer than the other which makes flaking or bringing up two seconds awkward. I did use one of the ropes as a tagline one day, but I would not expect a couple of rappels to result in that much difference.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Frays quickly
Best Uses
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
I would not recommend these ropes. The very first time I used them the sheath tore exposing the core of the ropes. This was from normal wear and tear - no falls or sharp edges. I sent the damaged ropes back to Petzl for warranty and they could not offer me anything; they would not even cover the shipping cost for the return. I now learned that other people have had similar problems with Petzl ropes, so I recommend you avoid Petzl ropes altogether.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Climbs
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
First few uses were frustrating due to the amout of twist in the new rope. Froze up after getting wet but was still much easier to handle than other dry ropes I have used. Beginning to really like the ropes. Need to be aware of rope stretch with a double system.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Climbs
- Outdoor
Comments about PETZL Dragonfly Climbing Rope, 8.2 mm x 60 m:
I bought this rope specifically for mountaineering given that it is very compact and light. I am planning to use it for long rappels as well.
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Merchant response: Thank you for your review of the PETZL Dragonfly 8.2mm x 60m Climbing Rope. While we haven’t received any other negative reviews about this product we certainly take your concerns seriously and back your purchase with our Return Policy. I would suggest sending your ropes in to our Returns Department. Any visible core-shot in the rope renders that section of rope unsafe. If it is near an end the rope can be trimmed leaving a useable, but shorter, rope.
To address some of your specific complaints;
1- Skinny ropes like these always seem to tangle more than thicker lines. I don’t think the “tangle-ness” of a rope has as much to due with the manufacturer/model, as it does the thinness of the rope and the experience of the user.
2- A “core-shot” in a rope is almost always traced back to a run end with a rough/sharp edge, whether it is observed by the climber or not. Petzl’s strict quality control extends from their carabiners and harnesses to their climbing ropes. If it is a defective sheath, Petzl will want to examine it.
3- A badly frayed rope is usually caused by an improper top-rope set up or lower. A third of the Petzl’s DRAGONFLY fiber content is in the sheath, and it is quite tightly woven for durability. Again, if it is a defective sheath, Petzl will want to examine it.
4- Your advice of having a rappel device with added friction is a great suggestion. The PETZL Verso Belay/Rappel Device is perfect for this. I also prefer to use a friction back-up installed below the device in most situations. This helps those rappels feel less “fast”.
We thank you for posting your review of your rope, and hope we can help you find a rope (or ropes) that will fit your needs.