kernmantel rope

(ˈkɜːnˌmæntəl)

(Mountaineering) mountaineering a rope made of many straight nylon fibres within a plaited sheath; used for its tensile strength, freedom from twisting, and elasticity

[C20: from German Kernmantel, from Kern core + Mantel coat, casing]

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As I inch-wormed my way up the kernmantel rope, I was told to take my time and pause to enjoy the view.

A climb to remember: slow travel turns to the trees

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