A Rope Engineer’s Guide: Why choose a dry treated rope?
Sterling Solid Dec 19th 2025Sterling Rope Engineer and Rope Gun Bradley Smith walks us through an introduction to dry-treated dynamic ropes. Watch the video to find out more about what a dry rope is, when to use it, and why it’s safer and performs better in wet or icy conditions.
Sterling Rope Engineer and Rope Gun Bradley Smith walks us through an introduction to dry-treated dynamic ropes. Watch the video to find out more about what a dry rope is, when to use it, and why it’s safer and performs better in wet or icy conditions.
Sterling’s XEROS dry ropes are a game changer for ice climbers, mountaineers, or climbers who adventure in wet or humid conditions.
Shop Sterling XEROS UIAA Dry Treated Ropes:
High-end performance ropes for ice climbing, mountaineering or wandering routes:
Lightweight sport and redpoint ropes:
All-rounders for cragging, sending or projects:
Durable and long-lasting ropes for top ropes, fixed lines or industrial use.
Also good for novice belayers: