Atc Xp Belay Device

The friction is the same either way you set up the device.

Atc xp belay device.

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 atc xp is a competitively priced belay device. 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.

In other words its great and locks off well. 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 atc and atc xp are tubular aperture belay devices the atc guide is an aperture style self braking 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.

However we believe the xp is more durable and a better value. 64 g 2 3 oz. I bought a atc xp for my first belay device and havent bought another one for 2 years. My wife is around 90 pounds and i am around 170 so she really likes the extra friction side.

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. Like the atc xp it also has grooves to increase friction for a belay. It s available in new colors too. Available at rei 100 satisfaction guaranteed.

The price is identical to the comparable petzl verso. Atc xp left basic atc right basic. 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. Variations of tubular belay devices.

The basic atc just has two identical ovular slots. They don t put as much friction on the rope as other options so keep a firm grip on the brake. Uberwhipper 2008 02 18 this device offers great flexiblity. The atc guide has an additional attachment point.

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. Black diamond updated this device with machined windows for a lighter feel.