Climbing ropes are durable and long-lasting, but they can get dirty rather quickly. Fortunately, there are a few simple things you can do to keep your climbing rope clean and in good condition.

How to clean climbing rope?

Follow the steps below to clean your climbing rope:

Get a rope tarp

A rope tarp is a great way to keep your rope clean and ready for use. A rope tarp is basically a big, soft blanket that can be used to cover the rope when it’s not being used. It will help protect it from dirt and debris, which can make climbing more difficult or even dangerous if there are too many contaminants on the rope.

Before you start using your rope, make sure it’s completely dry by hanging it outside in direct sunlight for at least one day or placing it in an oven set at 200 degrees Fahrenheit (93 Celsius) for at least an hour or two. Then place your new tarp over the length of your climbing line and use either duct tape or clothespins to secure both ends closed around each other so they don’t come apart during transport or storage. Once your gear is covered up like this, you’ll never have to worry about keeping them safe again!

Set the rope on the tarp

For the next step, you’ll want to lay the rope on your tarp in such a way that it’s completely dry. This can be done by laying the rope down on a flat surface and then flipping it over so that both sides of the rope are touching each other. Once the rope is arranged so that it’s even, place your tarp over top of it and then roll up each end of your tarp until they meet with one another at their respective ends. Make sure to use a heavy-duty climbing tarp with grommets along its edges so that they can be tied together like an old-fashioned sack lunch! It may take some time for this process to complete itself, but try not to rush things—it’s important not only for durability purposes but also because this helps ensure all dirt particles have been removed from within its fibers before they become trapped inside again!

Brush your rope

To clean your rope, you’ll need to brush it. But what kind of brush? Here are the dos and don’ts:

Do use a soft-bristled brush with no metal or hard plastic bristles. Don’t use a brush with soft plastic bristles (or nylon). It will damage your rope’s sheath. And no matter what you’re using, make sure not to scrub too hard—you don’t want to fray the fibers in your rope!

Rinse the rope

Once you’ve removed the dust and mud, it’s time to rinse your rope. Before you do this, make sure that there aren’t any loose rocks or dirt in the rope that could damage your partner if they were thrown into a climbing wall or tree. You can use a garden hose to help clean out those areas of your rope that are too small for a brush to reach. Also make sure you check for sand before rinsing because if sand gets trapped underneath the sheath of the rope, it can cause damage by rubbing against the strands inside when you climb with it.

Finally, don’t use soap or detergent on your ropes! They may seem like good cleaning agents but they actually do more harm than good when used on climbing equipment. These products will eventually dry out and leave behind residue which will collect dirt over time; not only does this make it harder for you to keep your gear clean but it also makes using dirty gear dangerous as well.

Cleaning your climbing rope can be simple and quick

First, get a rope tarp. Rope tarps are made of polyester or nylon and come in many different colors, but they all have the same basic design: a flat piece of fabric with loops on one side, and some kind of padding underneath the loops (usually rubber). You can find them at most climbing shops or online stores that sell climbing gear. Tie your rope around the tarp so that about 20% – 25% of it extends over each edge; when you’re done brushing this section of rope, you’ll be able to simply pick up the ends from under these knots and hang them up as usual.

Next, brush your rope thoroughly using either an old toothbrush or a special “rope brush” designed for this purpose (available at most outdoor stores). Pay attention to any areas where dirt tends to collect—these are usually small crevices between strands—and use extra-gentle scrubbing motions there if necessary. Once you’ve brushed all sections of rope thoroughly enough that no more dirt comes off on either side when running through them again, rinse with warm water until clean! Finally drying time is important too—hang dry in shade if possible but if not then large fans work well also air conditioners are even better although expensive so maybe use those after trips instead?

Conclusion

We hope this guide has helped you understand how to clean your climbing rope. It’s really not too difficult, and the best part is that it doesn’t take much time at all! If you have any questions about cleaning your climbing rope, please leave them in the comments below.