Black Diamond Beal Flyer 10.2mm ($165):
Skydivers don't skimp on parachutes. Divers don't use low-ball equipment. And climbers? Well, let's just say a rope isn't the place for bargain hunting. The Beal Flyer is designed as a bridge between super-thin and classic-size ropes—an optimum blend of weight and durability that's a great all-rounder. At 64 grams per meter, the low-bulk Beal Flyer has a light feel that won't weigh down leaders with excess pounds. Handling of this mild-mannered rope is silky smooth, making it a solid year-round companion for all aspects of climbing, from trad and sport to ice and mixed. And about durability: you don't wanna worry about snags and crags rubbing your rope raw, the reason behind BD's DryCoVer sheath, which bestows an outrageous amount of abrasion resistance to the Beal Flyer. Contact 801-278-5533, www.blackdiamondequipment.com.
