Description now 30 lighter than the original thanks to an updated construction and machined windows through the body the black diamond atc xp belay device is a durable versatile belay device that features multiple friction modes to handle nearly any situation or rope diameter.
Atc xp belay device.
These are the cheapest to get ahold of and do last a long time.
I bought a atc xp for my first belay device and havent bought another one for 2 years.
Now 30 lighter than the original thanks to an updated construction and machined windows through the body the atc xp is a durable versatile belay device that features multiple friction modes to handle nearly any situation or rope diameter.
Now 30 lighter than the original thanks to an updated construction and machined windows through the body the black diamond atc xp is a durable versatile belay device that features multiple friction modes to handle nearly any situation or rope diameter.
64 g 2 3 oz.
The price is identical to the comparable petzl verso.
Like the atc xp it also has grooves to increase friction for a belay.
The friction is the same either way you set up the device.
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This is secured directly onto an anchor point for doing a direct belay.
My wife is around 90 pounds and i am around 170 so she really likes the extra friction side.
Every climber should learn how to belay with black diamond s atc xp belay device.
While the atc and atc xp are tubular aperture belay devices the atc guide is an aperture style self braking belay device.
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Although there are cheaper options available we believe the added braking power of the xp is worth the added cost.
At just 73 grams this featherweight belay rappel device is optimized for ropes between 8 1 and 8 5 millimeters in diameter yet works with ropes from 6 9 to 9mm.
However we believe the xp is more durable and a better value.
Atc xp left basic atc right basic.
The atc xp is a competitively priced belay device.
Variations of tubular belay devices.
The black diamond atc xp belay device offers the same great hold and stopping power as the original version only it s now 30 lighter.
The atc guide has an additional attachment point.
They don t put as much friction on the rope as other options so keep a firm grip on the brake.
In other words its great and locks off well.
A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains.
It s of the utmost importance to learn the basic belay style before upgrading to auto locking devices and this device has high friction grooves to assist with braking and catching.
It s available in new colors too.