Beal Booster Rope 9.7mm

Choosing a rope is a tough decision. There are thick ropes and thin ropes, long ropes and short ropes, treated ropes and untreated ropes—the options go on and on. The Beal Booster balances a middle ground that most climbers will find enticing: it’s Dry Cover treated, meaning that it will resist the best efforts of dust, water, and abrasive rock. The 9.7mm size is on the skinny side of the spectrum but it’s not an ultra thin rope—an Italian pasta maker might say it’s more spaghetti than angel hair. Whether you’re a beginner climber looking for a rope that will withstand a wetter environment or a more advanced climber retiring a tired old rope, Beal’s Booster series of ropes has been around for decades, and the updated, Dry Cover-treated rope is a trustworthy, durable, and intelligent option. If the rope is too steep for your taste, consider Beal’s Karma—an untreated and exceedingly affordable option.

Bottom Line: Available in several sizes, the Beal Booster’s Dry Cover treatment and thin (but not too thin) size makes it an attractive rope for outdoor climbers across the board.