A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains.
Black diamond atc rappel.
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.
With an oval ized anchor hole the device now feeds rope and allows you to pull rope more easily.
These steps are important to both the setup of the rappel and then the descent.
It is simple light and compact.
Multiple friction modes provide the optimal amount of stopping power when lowering or rappelling and the device s.
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.
Multiple friction modes provide the optimal amount of stopping power when lowering or rappelling and the device s guide mode lets you.
We also enlarged the auto block release hole to accept a small carabiner.
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.
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.
The lightweight black diamond atc pilot represents an advance in technology for the world of assisted braking devices.
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.
It works as a cross between the regular atc and an assisted braking device.
It is one of the few belay devices that really isn t designed to rappel from.
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.
When using the atc xp it helps to have two matched large round stock.
Our most versatile belay rappel device the black diamond atc guide is now 10 lighter and features improved handling in guide mode.
Atc s come in two sizes for lack of a better word.
Rappel with an atc.
Providing an added level of security to your belay the atc pilot threads similarly to other tubular belay devices and accommodates ropes from 8 7 10 5mm.
Not good for class c canyons.
While the majority have two slots the black diamond atc pilot only has one.
