The International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation (“UIAA”) was founded in 1932 and, represents 94 member associations and federations in 73 countries, and works on six continents.

Some manufactures also have their ropes tested to the older UIAA standard that, for some tests is more demanding, but this is not required by law. This article explains how to read this information.

Some manufactures also have their ropes tested to the older UIAA standard that, for some tests is more demanding, but this is not required by law. This article explains how to read this information.