Atc Xp Belay Device

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.

Atc xp belay device.

The atc guide has an additional attachment point. My wife is around 90 pounds and i am around 170 so she really likes the extra friction side. Like the atc xp it also has grooves to increase friction for a belay. Black diamond updated this device with machined windows for a lighter feel.

While the atc and atc xp are tubular aperture belay devices the atc guide is an aperture style self braking belay device. Variations of tubular belay devices. Although there are cheaper options available we believe the added braking power of the xp is worth the added cost. They don t put as much friction on the rope as other options so keep a firm grip on the brake.

A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains. Uberwhipper 2008 02 18 this device offers great flexiblity. However we believe the xp is more durable and a better value. This is secured directly onto an anchor point for doing a direct belay.

Atc xp left basic atc right basic. I bought a atc xp for my first belay device and havent bought another one for 2 years. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed. The price is identical to the comparable petzl verso.

It s available in new colors too. The friction is the same either way you set up the device. 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. Best belay out there review by.

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. The atc xp is a competitively priced belay device. In other words its great and locks off well. 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.

64 g 2 3 oz. These are the cheapest to get ahold of and do last a long time. Every climber should learn how to belay with black diamond s atc xp belay device.