Sterling's lightweight workhorse rope is ideal for every climber and discipline. The Quest 9.6 is perfect for people looking for the ideal balance of weight and durability. Plus, its smooth sheath reduces gear drag while its mid-9 mm diameter keeps things light. The Quest is the perfect rope to pack for new adventures and trips back to old favorites. Sterling's proprietary XEROS technology creates a dry rope with next-level performancewithout a sticky, vulnerable-to-wear outer coating. Because of the process, both the core and sheath are protected with XEROS, which reduces performance issues related to sheath slippage. All for a minimal price increase over traditional non-dry rope. XEROS is also better for the environment and costs much less than other dry treatments.