Dynamic ropes are expensive and if you feel safe and comfortable enough top roping with a static line you re at least preserving your main rope a bit more.
Top rope solo static vs dynamic.
If you re using a second rope as a backup this second rope must be dynamic in order to absorb the shock you ll generate if your primary system fails.
That reportedly is semi static which i interpret to mean more dynamic than static but you sure as hell wouldn t want to whip on it.
Unlike dynamic ropes that stretch and elongate under a load static ropes do not.
Edit cuz i just read through comments above.
Static ropes are meant for building top rope anchors rappelling hauling loads doing rescue work pulling cars from ditches etc.
Lead climbing should always be done on a dynamic rope as the use of a static rope may lead to serious injury.
Make sure that they each independently lock if you pull down on them.
A static rope does not have the capability to stretch once there is load.
Many static ropes are stronger than other dynamic ropes and static ropes are generally cheaper.
However they can be used to set up an anchor for top roping.
Climbers experienced with this method recommend a 10mm or thicker static rope for security and rope longevity.
Additionally dynamic ropes have a 5 10 static elongation which is the amount of stretch in the rope when weighted.
Climbers should only use dynamic ropes for climbing.
Rappel the pitch on a single strand placing a few pieces of directional gear if needed.
I have a rope sterling.
Both ropes have different variations available to purchase.
In a sentence static rope is not designed to stretch under load.
The main difference between a static rope and dynamic rope is how much they can stretch.
I did some solo leading yesterday with a clove on a locker.
Static ropes are never ever used for climbing since they do not absorb any impact during a fall.
Most dynamic ropes have a 30 40 dynamic elongation which is the amount of stretch in a fall.
Easiest because the devices will track well along a static rope as you move.
This is in contrast to dynamic rope which is designed with a certain degree of stretch.
Using a static rope is most convenient but a dynamic will work as well.
