Yale XTC Spearmint 16-Strand Climbing Rope

Yale XTC Spearmint is a 16-strand climbing rope in a bright spearmint green that is easy to see in the canopy. It shares the round, firm XTC construction that holds friction hitches predictably on a doubled rope.

How XTC Spearmint climbs

The spearmint color is more than looks. A bright line stands out against foliage and bark, so the ground crew can track where you are tied in, and you can tell your climbing line apart from rigging rope at a glance.

As a 16-strand rope it stays round under load and grips a friction hitch evenly, with enough stretch to feel comfortable on long limb walks. Pair it with a hitch cord sized for 1/2 in rope, and check device approvals before using it on SRS.

Whatever line you choose, set it up the same way every time: a clean termination, a hitch or device you have tested on that rope, and a stopper knot in the tail. Consistency is what makes a rope feel predictable at height, and it makes problems easier to spot.

Choosing length and caring for it

Pick a length that covers twice the height of your typical tie-in for MRS, or the full height plus tail for SRS. Compare similar lines in 16-strand climbing rope.

Keep the rope in a bag, away from fuel, bar oil, and sunlight, and run it through your hands before each climb looking for cuts, glazing, and flat or stiff spots. Life-support gear must meet the applicable standard (ANSI Z133 and the manufacturer's instructions), be inspected before every use, and be used only by trained climbers.