Atrax 11.6mm Climbing Rope 11.6mm
SKU: Cousin Trestec | CI-CT178145P003
Key Features
- CE EN 1891 Type A certified, 100% polyester double braid
- No sheath slippage, doesn't swell in water
- Patented splice for SpiderJack/ZigZag ascenders
- ~30.7kN MBS, ~2.8% static elongation
- Regular price
- $157.00
- Sale price
- $157.00 $157.00 Ex VAT
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Product information & specifications
Cousin ATRAX 11.6mm Climbing Rope
The Cousin ATRAX 11.6mm Climbing Rope is a high-performance arborist rope engineered for tree work, climbing and professional forestry applications. Built using a durable 100% polyester double braid construction, this semi-static rope offers excellent dimensional stability, smooth handling and long-term durability for demanding arboricultural environments, certified to CE EN 1891 Type A.
Available in Blue and Orange, in 35m and 45m lengths (1 eye splice), it's in stock at Gustharts as an authorised Cousin Trestec dealer, with free UK delivery on this order.
Its carefully engineered construction prevents sheath slippage — often referred to as the "sock effect" — ensuring consistent performance and safe rope handling throughout its working life. The rope remains flexible and smooth even after prolonged use, while the polyester fibres resist water absorption and swelling. This ensures the rope maintains predictable handling characteristics in wet conditions, making it well suited for year-round tree work.
A new patented splice has also been specifically developed to work efficiently with mechanical ascenders such as the ART SpiderJack and Petzl ZIGZAG, allowing the rope to feed smoothly through climbing devices while maintaining excellent durability.
Key Features & Benefits
- Professional arborist climbing rope designed for tree work
- CE EN 1891 Type A certified semi-static rope
- Durable double braid construction
- Made from 100% polyester for strength and stability
- No sheath slippage ("sock effect")
- Does not swell when exposed to water
- Patented splice for smooth feed through mechanical ascenders (SpiderJack, ZIGZAG)
- Flexible and easy handling during climbing operations
- Exceptional durability for professional arborist use
Technical Details
Designed for Professional Arborists
The ATRAX 11.6mm rope has been developed specifically for arborists who demand reliability and smooth performance from their climbing system. The stable polyester construction ensures consistent handling while resisting wear from friction devices, ascenders and regular tree work.
Why Choose the Cousin ATRAX?
Cousin Trestec is a French rope manufacturer with over 170 years of experience in rope and braid technology, and the ATRAX's patented splice was purpose-built for compatibility with modern mechanical ascenders like the SpiderJack 3 and ZIGZAG — a genuine advantage over general-purpose ropes that weren't specifically engineered for these devices.
Certified Protection Explained
EN 1891 Type A is the European standard for low-stretch kernmantle ropes used in rope access, work positioning and fall protection. Type A ropes are rated for direct access work — ascending, descending and positioning — making them more suitable than Type B ropes for professional rope access and arborist climbing.
Pairs Well With
Pair with a certified climbing harness and a mechanical Prusik or friction hitch device to complete your climbing system.
Also Known As
Also searched for as: Cousin Atrax rope, Atrax 11.6mm arborist rope, Cousin Trestec climbing rope, EN 1891 Type A arborist rope.
FAQs
Is the Cousin ATRAX rope suitable for arborist climbing?
Yes, the rope is designed specifically for arborist climbing systems and is certified to CE EN 1891 Type A for professional tree work.
Does the rope work well with mechanical ascenders?
Yes, the patented splice and smooth sheath construction allow excellent compatibility with mechanical ascenders and climbing devices such as the SpiderJack and ZIGZAG.
Does the rope absorb water?
No, the polyester construction prevents swelling in wet conditions, helping the rope maintain consistent handling and performance.
What lengths are available?
35m and 45m, each with one eye splice.
What is the diameter of the ATRAX rope?
11.6mm, making it well suited to modern arborist climbing systems.
Rope Specifications
Cousin ATRAX 11.6mm Climbing Rope
The Cousin ATRAX 11.6mm Climbing Rope is a high-performance arborist rope engineered for tree work, climbing and professional forestry applications. Built using a durable 100% polyester double braid construction, this semi-static rope offers excellent dimensional stability, smooth handling and long-term durability for demanding arboricultural environments, certified to CE EN 1891 Type A.
Available in Blue and Orange, in 35m and 45m lengths (1 eye splice), it's in stock at Gustharts as an authorised Cousin Trestec dealer, with free UK delivery on this order.
Its carefully engineered construction prevents sheath slippage — often referred to as the "sock effect" — ensuring consistent performance and safe rope handling throughout its working life. The rope remains flexible and smooth even after prolonged use, while the polyester fibres resist water absorption and swelling. This ensures the rope maintains predictable handling characteristics in wet conditions, making it well suited for year-round tree work.
A new patented splice has also been specifically developed to work efficiently with mechanical ascenders such as the ART SpiderJack and Petzl ZIGZAG, allowing the rope to feed smoothly through climbing devices while maintaining excellent durability.
Key Features & Benefits
- Professional arborist climbing rope designed for tree work
- CE EN 1891 Type A certified semi-static rope
- Durable double braid construction
- Made from 100% polyester for strength and stability
- No sheath slippage ("sock effect")
- Does not swell when exposed to water
- Patented splice for smooth feed through mechanical ascenders (SpiderJack, ZIGZAG)
- Flexible and easy handling during climbing operations
- Exceptional durability for professional arborist use
Technical Details
Designed for Professional Arborists
The ATRAX 11.6mm rope has been developed specifically for arborists who demand reliability and smooth performance from their climbing system. The stable polyester construction ensures consistent handling while resisting wear from friction devices, ascenders and regular tree work.
Why Choose the Cousin ATRAX?
Cousin Trestec is a French rope manufacturer with over 170 years of experience in rope and braid technology, and the ATRAX's patented splice was purpose-built for compatibility with modern mechanical ascenders like the SpiderJack 3 and ZIGZAG — a genuine advantage over general-purpose ropes that weren't specifically engineered for these devices.
Certified Protection Explained
EN 1891 Type A is the European standard for low-stretch kernmantle ropes used in rope access, work positioning and fall protection. Type A ropes are rated for direct access work — ascending, descending and positioning — making them more suitable than Type B ropes for professional rope access and arborist climbing.
Pairs Well With
Pair with a certified climbing harness and a mechanical Prusik or friction hitch device to complete your climbing system.
Also Known As
Also searched for as: Cousin Atrax rope, Atrax 11.6mm arborist rope, Cousin Trestec climbing rope, EN 1891 Type A arborist rope.
FAQs
Is the Cousin ATRAX rope suitable for arborist climbing?
Yes, the rope is designed specifically for arborist climbing systems and is certified to CE EN 1891 Type A for professional tree work.
Does the rope work well with mechanical ascenders?
Yes, the patented splice and smooth sheath construction allow excellent compatibility with mechanical ascenders and climbing devices such as the SpiderJack and ZIGZAG.
Does the rope absorb water?
No, the polyester construction prevents swelling in wet conditions, helping the rope maintain consistent handling and performance.
What lengths are available?
35m and 45m, each with one eye splice.
What is the diameter of the ATRAX rope?
11.6mm, making it well suited to modern arborist climbing systems.
Rope Specifications
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Returns
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- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
UK Delivery
Fast, reliable delivery from our UK warehouse.
- FREE UK Standard Delivery
applies to eligible UK orders over £75 ex VAT.
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- UK Standard Delivery from £3.60 + VAT
Estimated delivery: 2–4 working days
- Next Working Day Delivery – £6.00 + VAT
Order before 3:00pm (Monday–Friday) for next working day delivery
All UK orders are dispatched Monday–Friday and sent via a tracked courier service.
International Delivery
We ship worldwide from the UK.
- Europe from £10.00 - Estimated delivery: 2–7 working days
- Rest of the World from £12.00 - Estimated delivery: 2–11 working days
Shipping costs and delivery times are calculated at checkout based on destination and order contents.
Customs, Duties & Taxes
International orders may be subject to local import duties, taxes, or customs charges.
When UPS is selected at checkout, applicable duties and taxes are included in the total price. For other shipping services, duties and taxes may be charged separately on delivery and are the responsibility of the recipient.
Customs processing times may affect delivery estimates.
Returns
30-Day Return Policy
- Items can be returned within 30 days of delivery
- Products must be unused and in original condition
- Return postage costs apply unless the item is faulty or incorrect
For full details, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.
