Mammut Infinity Protect Climbing Rope – 9.5mm

We’ve read the reviews across the web for the Mammut Infinity Protect Climbing Rope – 9.5mm and summarize the results below:

Universal Ranking

PeakScore: 91 (out of 100)
User Rating: 4.6 stars 
Expert Rating: 4.4 stars

Number of Ratings Reviewed: 30

Pros & Cons

Reasons to buy:

User Reviews

  • Great durability and performance.
  • Light and feeds smoothly.
  • Long-lasting over multiple seasons.
  • Resists kinks and knots.
  • The sheath is more durable than non-treated ropes, increasing the lifespan.
  • 9.5mm diameter keeps the weight lower, and provides versatility to work with multiple ATCs.

Expert Reviews

  • Stiffness makes the rope easy to clip to harness.
  • Sheath is soft to touch, but not slippery.
  • Durable enough to withstand various types of climbing.
  • Water beads up efficiently on the surface.
  • The rope stays clean even after prolonged use.
  • Able to be used for a variety of climbing due to the versatility of the rope material, length, and durability.
  • The combination of stiffness with flexibility, without being floppy, aids to the clipping abilities.
  • 40% more abrasion-resistant than non-treated ropes, showing durability.

Reasons NOT to buy:

User Reviews

  • Some reports of shrinkage occurring after use.

Expert Reviews

  • Not the cheapest option when compared to ropes of the same length and diameter.
  • On the expensive side.
  • It doesn’t handle as well as thinner models did in competition.
  • Doesn’t have water-repellent properties like Mammut Dry does, and gets stiffer quicker.

Summary:

The Mammut Infinity Protect Climbing Rope – 9.5mm is a durable, stiff, supple, and lightweight option that is versatile enough for a variety of climbing conditions. Despite some reports of shrinkage and not being the cheapest option on the market, this rope is a great choice for climbers who want a combination of stiffness and flexibility to withstand multiple climbing surfaces.

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Note: User and expert rankings were reviewed across the web. Some expert reviews include these: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.