You tell your friends as they stare terrifyingly at their broken rope torn in half by a falling rock the size of your head. They stare in confusion as your pull Beal's Back Up Line out of your backpack looking like you magically pulled a bunny out of your hat. The thing is this compact thin cord packs away small and when you're abseiling something sketchy or working a rescue a lightweight back up will generally come in handy. This static line features aramid fibers for increased abrasion resistance and a rougher texture for easier handling and better control.