Question 1

Is this a dynamic or static rope?

Accepted Answer

HI Matt,This is 8mm accessory cord. In PPE category, it belongs to accessory cord.Dynamic and static, they are words of definition for life support cord, describing elongation and elasticity of rope.Never use it as life support cord, like when you use it for climbing, rappelling, belaying, arborist. It is dangerous.If we need to definite whether this 8mm accessory cord is "dynamic" or "static", it is "static".Its elongation at break is 12%.Glad to help with question.If you and your friends need more information, please feel free to ask. MasonGM CLIMBING

Question 2

I bought 2 packs, mainly for prusik's but if i had to could i use this line to rappel?

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I've used it for that purpose, doubled up and both going through atc channels. Single it's not really enough friction unless super muntered or via a massive rescue 8.

I wouldn't pick this for rappelling but it's standard issue for my mountain rescue team as our personal gear. For real loads we use real rope but because I always have this I've gotten creative with it once or twice (no patients hang on this, ever).

Question 3

is this safe to use and leave outside on a tire swing?

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You will notice that cities and public facilities do not use rope for swings.  That says it all.  Do not do it with this small rope.  The rope is not the issue, it is the use.  This is excellent rope.
Rope left outside deteriorates much faster than rope that is not.
This is small rope to begin with, that makes it even more treacherous to use - Especially for a tire swing where kids will push the limits to see how high they can go!

Question 4

I need shorter ropes. Is it easy to cut the rope in half?

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Yes definitely. There are good instructional YouTube videos but the basic concept is that you should use athletic tape to tightly wrap the 1” area you plan to cut through while providing tension on the rope. Then take a sharp knife and cut through the middle of the tape. Then before you remove the tape make sure to melt the cut ends with a lighter to ensure the rope will not fray.

ASIN	B0757B1QCR
Best Sellers Rank	#28,360 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #12 in Climbing Rope
Brand Name	GM CLIMBING
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (866)
Item Diameter	8 millimeters
Item Length	240 inches
Item Thickness	0.32 inches
Item Weight	10.88 ounces
Line Weight	3820lb
Manufacturer	GM CLIMBING
Manufacturer Part Number	GM800220black
Material Type	Polyester
Maximum Tension Load	3820 pounds
Model Number	GM800220black
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Product Style	8mm Accessory Cord
Recommended Uses For Product	Climbing, Arborist, Mountaineering, Caving, etc.
Tensile Strength	3820 pounds
UPC	604697571623
Unit Count	20 Feet

GM CLIMBING 8mm (5/16in) Accessory Cord Rope Double Braid Pre Cut CE/UIAA

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