How Deep is too Deep? For a Rope @HardIsEasy

Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

Lab tests to determine the effects of Grooves in the carabiners on Climbing Ropes.

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00:00 Intro
02:09 Making Grooves
07:05 Rope Tests
09:39 Breaking Carabiners
13:05 Rope Tests #2
21:55 Extra 1 - Flat wear
24:02 Extra 2 - Double Carabiners
24:58 Extra 3 - Plate Carabiner wear

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