MAXIMs Pinnacle Climbing Rope series are lightweight 9.5mm Single ropes featuring Twill Pattern Technology (TPT). This results in a smooth climbing rope with reduced drag and an unmatched hand feel. Its light enough for repointing, but still has the legendary durability for which MAXIM is known.

Pinnacle is also an option for the trad climber who wants to climb longer pitches without adding weight or sacrificing durability and abrasion resistance.

For ice climbing, choose a Pinnacle Climbing Rope model featuring the Endura 2x-DRY coating. Endura STD-DRY water-repellent coating applied to the cores of all Pinnacle models.

Endura 2x-DRY water-repellent coating applied to the cover of the following Pinnacle models: Yellow Jacket BI-Pattern (9.5mm) & Slick (9.5mm).

What is a BI-Pattern rope?

Bi-Pattern ropes follow a special design that changes pattern at the ropes midpoint. This change is a result of repositioning the bobbins (spools) during the braiding process to permanently mark the center of the rope in a way. The marking is immediately visible to the climber and since no fibers are cut, tied or spliced and no pigments or other chemicals are applied to mark the middle points, Bi-Patterns are the safest form of mid-point marking available for climbing ropes.

What is Twill Pattern Technology (TPT)?

MAXIMs Twill Pattern Technology (TPT) is a special cover design resulting in a twill pattern (one over one) or weave. Due to this design the cover has a smaller profile in cross-section than plain pattern ropes - the more traditional-looking climbing rope cover (two over two). A result of the smaller profile is improved abrasion resistance over abrasive surfaces, as well as significantly reduced drag in carabiners and mechanical devices. Thats why climbers use TPT-ropes for long rope lengths where drag should be reduced.