Premium quality knotted poly dacron climbing rope. Hand spliced, knot loop made by certified riggers in the USA. The length of the rope is from the top of the splice to the end tip. WARNING!!!!! Rope climbing is inherently dangerous. Rope Fit LLC does not recommend climbing ropes without using several landing pads at the base of all climbing ropes. By purchasing this product with this warning being posted, Rope Fit LLC absolves itself from any claims made while using Rope Fit LLC ropes. 20% re stocking fee on returns Although the ropes we use have a breaking strength that well exceeds 15,000 lbs, excessive exposure to the elements or excessive chaffing can cause the material to break down, so these ropes should be regularly inspected for wear just as you would with your car tires..