Old Climbing Rope question

[MOHSHSIHd]

I have some old Blue Water 7 or 8 mm rope that has never been fallen on, but sadly got wet in my basement when i was away and im pretty sure it is junk now. Is there still any use for it? could it be used safely for belays on non-technical pitches for light mountaineering purposes, where your not going to really "fall" on it?

just feel bad throwing out a rope I have hardly used...

[nealric]

Its probably safe for a rappel line and/or haul line.

I might consider toproping on it. Just dont lead anything.

[edit] I just noticed that it was 8mm- dont toprope with it [/edit]

[TeleAl]

Ropes have a shelf life too. Consider that.
Water unattended makes it shorter.

Don't toss rope, it can always get a use. Here, the local crags sometimes use old ropes to back up anchors, or as handrail to hold onto when entering the climbing area.

I got one too. It sucks to see it sit there.

[Hicks]

Depending on the braking device you're using 7-8 mm is quite thin for a controlled rappel.
The use for a beefier anchor rope or handrail TeleAl mentioned is probably best.

[marshalolson]

i keep an old rope like this in my truck to use as a toe rope.

[Platinum Pete]

It's probably fine for glacier crossings or as a haul rope.