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== Diameter recommendations == | == Diameter recommendations == | ||
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Based on the cord load limits 5 mm (5.1 kN) or 6 mm (10 kN) reep cord is generally recommended for tying prusiks.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.mytendon.com/en/products/accessories/accessory-cords/c-23/ | title=Acessory cords | publisher=LANEX a.s. | author=LANEX a.s. | website=tendon.cz | access-date=16 August 2025}}</ref> General rule of a thumb is that for prusik to block readily, it is recommended if it is 1/2 diameter of the rope on which its supposed to be tied. For a standard climbing rope (~9.7 mm), I personally recommend to use 6mm prusik as it is much easier to loosen and the loading capacity of the cord is substantially better. | Based on the cord load limits 5 mm (5.1 kN) or 6 mm (10 kN) reep cord is generally recommended for tying prusiks.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.mytendon.com/en/products/accessories/accessory-cords/c-23/ | title=Acessory cords | publisher=LANEX a.s. | author=LANEX a.s. | website=tendon.cz | access-date=16 August 2025}}</ref> General rule of a thumb is that for prusik to block readily, it is recommended if it is 1/2 diameter of the rope on which its supposed to be tied. For a standard climbing rope (~9.7 mm), I personally recommend to use 6mm prusik as it is much easier to loosen and the loading capacity of the cord is substantially better. | ||