=gj]ogj\ Creative Technology. We’ve pulled out all the stops for 2012. The new EDELRID collection combines innovative engineering, made in Germany, with outstanding creativity. We feel that this is the best EDELRID collection yet. ÓÍ 2012 sees the introduction of our patented DuoTec technique, which ËÓ marks a further milestone in innovative rope manufacturing. The two new additions to our Entrance Line feature this technique for ÌÓ making bi-colour ropes. Needless to say, both the Viper 9.6 mm and the Boa 9.8 mm are manufactured in accordance with the stringent ÌÍ bluesign® standard. ÌÑ With the Cable Vario, EDELRID is once again setting new standards for via ferrata safety. It’s the first ever via ferrata set where braking resis- ÍÍ tance can be individually adjusted according to the weight of the user. This development is going to revolutionise the future of via ferrata sets. ÎË EDELRID’s new ice tools cover all aspects of winter mountaineering. ÏË Their intelligent, modular design means that they can be adapted to suit all routes and conditions. ÏÏ EDELRID helmets go from strength to strength. Two new models, ÐË Shield II and Zodiac, continue the winning formula of innovative tech- nology, attractive design and outstanding comfort. ÑÓ Climbing shoes have formed an important part of the EDELRID portfolio ÑÍ for two years now. 2012 sees the addition of four new models. The Sigwa is a top-class shoe with superb edging stability and optimal sensitivity ÒÓ in the toe area. ÊÓÍ The EDELRID developers have designed a completely new product ran- ge: alpine rucksacks. Two new technical packs provide a secure, positi- ve carry and a raft of sophisticated features. As you would expect, they benefit from EDELRID’s unique design for instant brand recognition. EDELRID clothing incorporates casual, comfortable styling with robust climbing-specific detailing. The new range includes several pieces in technical performance fabrics. See, for example, the Commander soft- shell pants – an essential item in anyone’s outdoor wardrobe. We’re proud to present such a comprehensive collection of innovative products and look forward to a successful 2012 season. =gj]ogj\ ~ ħ æxuurshvduhhfrðiulhqgo|åð eoxhvljq hvshfwlqjwkhhqylurqphqw Quality and safety are the key to making responsible and innovative fhuwlhg high-performance ropes. EDELRID has been following this maxim for the past 149 years. Our ropes and experience in manufacturing them are the heart and soul of our long-established brand. urshv To further extend our quality and safety standards, we have been working with bluesign® technologies ag from Switzerland since 2009. We are the first rope manufacturer to adapt our ropes to meet the tough demands of the bluesign® standard. The bluesign® stan- dard is the most stringent environmental standard for the produc- tion of functional textiles. It is independent, internationally recogni- sed and based on the five principles of sustainability. These include resource productivity, emissions protection, safety at work and con- sumer protection. The bluesign® standard’s goal is to follow these five principles throughout the whole textile manufacturing chain. EDELRID has set new industry benchmarks for innovative and su- stainable rope production. All the materials used to make our ropes are bluesign®-approved fabrics. We can therefore guarantee as few pollutants as possible without making any compromises in terms of functionality, quality and design. Our ropes carry the bluesign® pro- duct label thanks to their combination of certified source materials and our advanced rope production facilities in Isny. The bluesign product label is a sign of quality. It guarantees an eco-friendly ma- nufactured product that is low in pollutants and safe for heath and the environment. As such, we have responded to consumers’ natural demands for safe, environmentally friendly and sustainable products. Ë eoxhvljqħ Three years of bluesign® allow us to draw on in-depth experience of sustainable rope production. By converting all our rope production to the tough demands of the bluesign® standard we were able to make the following efficiencies when dyeing sheath yarns: ī ËÝÏËĕ ī ÝÑÒĕ ī ÝÏÌĕ ī ÝÏÌĕ rqyhqwlrqdourshsurgxfwlrq eoxhvljqħfhuwlhg surgxfwlrq For EDELRID this represents a further step towards a sustainable future. We have consistently pursued the task of pushing forward sustainable rope production so that we can continue to inspire trust in the future. We do not consider these measures a virtue, but a na- tural response to demands of the modern world. As the inventor of the kernmantel rope, we continue to set new stan- dards. We can now confidently say that our ropes are eco-friendly. eoxhvljqħ Ì FmjÜ;qfYea[ÜIgh]kÜ PgmjÜGYkkagf GjgÜCaf]Ü The newest manufacturing technology and a highly elaborate finishing process are the characteristics of the Pro Line. It unites minimal weight and diameters with technical advances and superior handling. This ma- kes the Pro Line your ideal partner for pushing the limits when every gram counts. Pro Line’s advantage lies in the new Pro Shield finishing process, one of the newest developments from EDELRID. GjgÜJ`a]d\Ü <plj]edqÜkljgf_Üjgh]kÜl`jgm_`Ül`]Ü GjgÜJ`a]d\Üxfak` ;jqÜJ`a]d\Ü NYl]jÜYf\Ü\ajlÜj]kaklYflÜl`YfckÜlgÜ l`]Ü;jqÜJ`a]d\Üxfak` K`]jegÜJ`a]d\Ü G]j^][lÜ`Yf\daf_Üoal`Ül`]ÜK`]jegÜ J`a]d\Ülj]Yle]fl Zdm]ka_fÛÜYhhjgn]\Ühjg\m[lÜ A product made using strictly regulated environmentally-friendly processes that contains no harmful substances. ;qfYea[ÜIgh]k Joa^lÜ Üee ~ A single rope, which complies to the twin and double rope standards. At just 8.9 mm the Swift is one of the thinnest single ropes on the market, Ü_¤e making it the best choice for avid sport climbers looking for minimal Üee weight and diameter as well as mountain guides and mountaineers loo- king for a rope that can master all climbing disciplines on rock and ~ ÜgYkakÜ ice. EDELRID Pro Shield treatment protects the core and sheath against ~Üfa_`l grim and wet while the Thermo Shield ensures perfect handling and flexibility. Attention: this rope is not suitable for working routes or top roping. ;qfYea[ÜIgh]k Bal]ÜÜee =Yd[gfÜÜee <Y_d]Ü Üee 8hmkÜ Üee The Kite is the ultimate rope Extremely light yet robust, the A universal lightweight rope The EDELRID Apus complies for climbing at the upper limits Falcon is ideal for hard routes, for climbing in alpine, crag with both twin and double rope of today‘s climbing grades. Mi- on-sight, flash or redpointing or indoor conditions. With standards, making it the ideal nimal weight, small diameter, when every gram counts. With EDELRID‘s new and highly effi- rope for alpine, mixed and ex- and optimum handling descri- our new special Pro Shield cient Pro Shield treatment, the treme mountaineering where be this specialist rope. The Pro treatment, the Falcon is ideal Eagle offers the perfect protec- every gram counts. Despite a Shield treatment on the Kite for mixed routes and ice clim- tion for wet or dirty conditions. very low weight of just over 2 kg repels moisture, dust and dirt, bing. EDELRID‘s Thermo Shield Equally at home on fast alpine for a 50 m length, the Apus can while the Thermo Shield treat- treatment gives the rope perfect ascents where snow or rain hold an amazing 20 double rope ment gives the rope the unique handling properties. can be expected, or on a warm test falls and 8-9 in the twin EDELRID handling properties of sunny day at the crag, the Eagle rope test. This makes the Apus durability and suppleness. Not =Yd[gfÜZa[gdgj± fulfils the task with flying co- one of the lightest twin ropes on suitable for working routes or To mark the middle of the rope, lors. EDELRID‘s Thermo Shield the market with high a degree of top rope climbing. the braiding spools are changed handling coupled with the Pro safety. The EDELRID Pro Shield halfway through the braiding Shield helps provide excellent treatment keeps the rope dry process to create two distinctly handling at an amazingly low and dirt-free while the Thermo different sheath patterns. Each weight of 62 g per meter. Shield treatment helps keep the rope length has a different color. rope supple even after heavy <Y_d]ÜZa[gdgj± and prolonged use. Easy to find the middle with the pattern change. ~ ~Ü ~ ~ ~ÜZa[gdgj± ~ÜZa[gdgj± Ü¤Ü Ü_¤e ~ Ü_¤e Üee Ü_¤e Ü_¤e Üee ~ ÜgYkak Üee Üee ~ ÜgYkak ~Üfa_`l¥gYkak Üfa_`l¥d]Y\ ~ÜgYkak¥h]ZZd]k ~Üd]Y\ ~Üfa_`l¥gYkak± ~Üfa_`l¥gYkak± ;qfYea[ÜIgh]k KI8@E@E>Ü;8P¡ BadaYfÜ=ak[`mZ]jÜñÜ>`]llgZdYkl]jÜ~¤~·ÜñÜ>]jeYfq Reinhard Fichtinger ;jqÜCaf]Ü The Dry Line is EDELRID’s ideal allround rope series. Minimal weight, high strength and durability are all perfectly balanced. Ropes treated with the Dry Shield finish are resistant to water, dust and dirt. The Dry Line is the only choice when it comes to choosing a rope for a multiple of activities. ;jqÜJ`a]d\Ü NYl]jÜYf\Ü\ajlÜj]kaklYflÜl`YfckÜ lgÜl`]Ü;jqÜJ`a]d\Üxfak` K`]jegÜJ`a]d\Ü G]j^][lÜ`Yf\daf_Üoal`Ül`]Ü K`]jegÜJ`a]d\Ülj]Yle]fl Zdm]ka_fÛÜYhhjgn]\Ühjg\m[lÜ A product made using strictly regulated environmentally-friendly processes that contains no harmful substances. ;qfYea[ÜIgh]k ?]jgfÜ Üee?Yjja]jÜ~Üee D]jdafÜ Üee B]klj]dÜ Üee The Heron is the new flagship in The new Dry Shield finish has For those who value minimum We’ve made the sheath even thi- the EDELRID Dry Line. Its low helped us reduce the diameter diameter and weight with a ma- cker on this EDELRID classic.