Black Diamond Atc Rappel

Our most versatile belay rappel device the black diamond atc guide is now 10 lighter and features improved handling in guide mode.

Black diamond atc rappel.

A more compact lighter version of our versatile atc guide the atc alpine guide is built for smash and grab ascents in the mountains. Atc s come in two sizes for lack of a better word. Not good for class c canyons. 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. 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. Often copied but never equaled the black diamond atc provides lightweight and durable belaying and rappelling performance anytime anywhere. The lightweight black diamond atc pilot represents an advance in technology for the world of assisted braking devices.

Rappel with an atc. Multiple friction modes provide the optimal amount of stopping power when lowering or rappelling and the device s guide mode lets you. Our most versatile belay rappel device the black diamond atc guide is now even lighter thanks to windows machined through the body. The black diamond atc is a durable tried and tested product that will improve the likelihood of a safer rappel when used correctly.

With an oval ized anchor hole the device now feeds rope and allows you to pull rope more easily. The black diamond atc xp is a fine rappel device especially for class a and b canyons. 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. It is simple light and compact.

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. 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 is one of the few belay devices that really isn t designed to rappel from. While the majority have two slots the black diamond atc pilot only has one.

When using the atc xp it helps to have two matched large round stock. These steps are important to both the setup of the rappel and then the descent. It works as a cross between the regular atc and an assisted braking device. 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.