For anything from single-pitch sport to long days on big walls. The diameter makes it heavier, but the safety reserves in terms of falls and cutting are increased. Weight conscious alpinists, sport climbers, or climbers stringing pitches together may wish to choose a lighter rope however.
- Beal hand provides a softer rather stiffer feeling cord
- Offers a soft catch with a low initial impact force with a bit more stretch
- Dry treatment is appropriate for ice, alpine, and mountaineering
- Black Mark ink indicates half-way point
