Maxim Climbing Ropes

New England Ropes was founded in 1967 and began producing their now famous Maxim Ropes in 1980. With a motto of “together in motion,” it is no surprise that their Maxim dynamic ropes have become a premier option in the world climbing. They provide a range of dynamic, static, and accessory cords. Their ropes are constructed to be durable, well designed, and most of all, safe.

Company Snapshot:

            Location: Fall River, MA

            Company Goal and objective: “to deliver products that are easy to handle, durable, and safe”

            Key Technologies: Endura Dry, Endura Dry 2x, BiPattern, TPT Sheath

            Certifications: First American kernmantle rope to be UIAA certified

Technology:

Endura Dry

• What it is:
  • The core fibers are coated with a water blocking coating and wrapped in a protective cover surrounds the core to
  • The fibers are coated with a protectant, allowing for a reduction in friction on the fibers themselves.
• What it does:
  • Repels water to keep the rope dry and protects the rope against damage from friction and abrasion

Endura Dry 2X

• What is it:
  • The same process as the Endura Dry but treated twice, the most water repellent Maxim rope
• What it does:
  • Adds an extra layer of protection from water and abrasion damage

BiPattern

• What it is:
  • A stitch in weave pattern at the center of the rope

• What it does:
  • Allows you to find the midpoint of the rope easily without compromising strength

TPT Sheath

• What it is:
  • A unique 1-over-1 pattern that produces a cover sheath with a smaller cross-sectional profile than plain pattern sheaths
• What it does:
  • Ensures improved abrasion resistance and reduces drag through belay and rappel devices allowing the rope to last longer