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Black Diamond ATC Belay Device

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    Black Diamond ATC Belay Device

    • $16.95
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    Item # 812083

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    Lightweight and easy to use, the Black Diamond ATC belay device offers smooth handling while you're belaying and rappelling.

    • Made of drop-forged aircraft-quality 7075-T6 aluminum, the ATC is light and strong
    • Versatile double-slot design allows you to feed single or double ropes smoothly, yet hold falls with ease
    • Large surface area dissipates heat quickly
    • The Black Diamond ATC belay device handles ropes from 7.7mm to 11mm in diameter

    Please note: Black Diamond products can only be shipped to the U.S. and Mexico.

    Imported.

    Item 812083

    with coupon code ANNV13
    May 17-27 Details

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    Black Diamond ATC Belay Device Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Climbing
    60 grams
    7.7mm - 11mm, single/double
    Yes
    Yes
    Average weight - metric
    Fits rope sizes
    Suitable for belaying
    Suitable for rappelling

    Black Diamond ATC Belay Device Customer Reviews

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    Black Diamond ATC Belay Device
     
    4.9

    (based on 7 reviews)

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Simple (5)
    • Lightweight (3)
    • Scratch resistant (3)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Climbing (10)
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      5.0

      Should always have on hand

      By BriBerg

      from Iowa

      About Me Avid Climber

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      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Simple

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Indoor climbing
        • Outdoor climbing

        Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

        Perfect for everything from the gym to rappelling to outdoor top-roping. May want to invest in something with a high friction or auto-locking mode for more advanced stuff but this thing should still be clipped to your harness as a backup.

        • Was this a gift?:
        • Yes

        Comment on this review

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Used regularly and works great

        By TannerHodges

        from Highland County, Va

        About Me Avid Climber

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        Pros

        • Scratch resistant
        • Simple

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Indoor climbing
          • Long Climbs
          • Outdoor climbing
          • Sprint Climbs

          Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

          this belay device is hands down the best and simplest on the market i am a black diamond fan and have used these types of belays devices since i have been instructing climbing (4 years)

          • Was this a gift?:
          • Yes

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          (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          Quick, easy, and cheap

          By Adventure Matt

          from Atlanta, GA

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          Pros

          • Quick to open
          • Scratch resistant
          • Simple

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Indoor climbing
            • Outdoor climbing
            • Sprint Climbs

            Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

            Easy to use, cheap, quick to setup, there are better braking belay devices out there, but not for this price, super-lightweight

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            • No

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            (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            perfect for beginners

            By Karah

            from Portland, OR

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            Pros

            • Scratch resistant
            • Simple

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Indoor climbing
              • Outdoor climbing

              Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

              They last forever, it seems.

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              • No

              Comment on this review

              (4 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

               
              5.0

              It's a necessity.

              By the outdoor enthusiast

              from Seattle, WA

              About Me Casual/ Recreational

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              Pros

              • Simple

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Indoor climbing
                • Long Climbs
                • Outdoor climbing

                Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

                I used these in my mountaineering and rock climbing classes, and I must say, it is very simple to use. Whenever going anywhere with a climbing harness, this should be attached to it.

                The simplicity of this ATC is what makes it so great. It has two slots, that's all you need. Some of the newer devices coming out have all sorts of the slots and ways to use it. The extra material adds more weight, which isn't needed.

                The only concern I have is not about the device, but about how much of a necessity it is. It's great to have, but mistakes do happen, and if you by chance drop it of the edge of a cliff on a multi-pitch climb. A munter hint would be nice to know. So I would recommend always have this ATV or something like it with you, and know have to tie a munter hitch so you can belay/rappel in an emergency.

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                • No

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                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                Keep It Simple

                By Nate

                from CO

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                Pros

                • Lightweight
                • Rugged
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Indoor
                  • Outdoor

                  Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

                  This is about as simple as it gets for a belay device. You'll see these at every gym, every crag. Great for belaying, great for rappelling.

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                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  go to belay device

                  By Alaska Grown

                  from Anchorage, AK

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                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Lightweight
                  • Rugged

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Indoor
                    • Outdoor

                    Comments about Black Diamond ATC Belay Device:

                    This is an essential basic piece of equipment to always have in you climbing pack. It is simple and always reliable. And I would say fool-proof...but we know better.

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