We also enlarged the auto block release hole to accept a small carabiner.
Black diamond atc rappel.
It works as a cross between the regular atc and an assisted braking device.
A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains.
A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains.
The black diamond atc xp is a fine rappel device especially for class a and b canyons.
The lightweight black diamond atc pilot represents an advance in technology for the world of assisted braking devices.
To rappel safely with an atc the same steps need to be followed as instructed in other rappels.
Often copied but never equaled the black diamond atc provides lightweight and durable belaying and rappelling performance anytime anywhere.
It is one of the few belay devices that really isn t designed to rappel from.
With an oval ized anchor hole the device now feeds rope and allows you to pull rope more easily.
Multiple friction modes provide the optimal amount of stopping power when lowering or rappelling and the device s.
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.
Rappel with an atc.
Not good for class c canyons.
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.
Atc s come in two sizes for lack of a better word.
This classic design features a large surface area that dissipates heat when lowering or rappelling and the smooth handling geometry accommodates rope sizes from 7 7 mm to 11 mm.
Our most versatile belay rappel device the black diamond atc guide is now even lighter thanks to windows machined through the body.
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.
While the majority have two slots the black diamond atc pilot only has one.
Our most versatile belay rappel device the black diamond atc guide is now 10 lighter and features improved handling in guide mode.
Like any device it is a very good idea to learn how to get more or less friction to adapt to the problem in front of you.
When using the atc xp it helps to have two matched large round stock.
It is simple light and compact.
The black diamond atc is a durable tried and tested product that will improve the likelihood of a safer rappel when used correctly.
