What kind of rope is acceptable for climbing and rappelling?

A climbing rope suited to the activity.

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Why: Climbing and rappelling require proper climbing rope, not improvised cord or line.

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Answer: A climbing rope suited to the activity. Climbing and rappelling require proper climbing rope, not improvised cord or line.

  1. Scouting America: Climbing www.scouting.org/merit-badges/climbing
    Describe the kinds of rope acceptable for use in climbing and rappelling.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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