How to Choose Belay Devices
Black Diamond Super 8 Belay Device
This product is not available. Good news: we have a newer version.
Designed with belaying in mind, the Black Diamond Super 8 belay device features a versatile dual-hole design that allows use with single or double ropes.
Shop newer version- Made of lightweight-yet-tough drop-forged aircraft-quality 7075-T6 aluminum for superior strength and durability
- Soft-anodized coating wears smoothly; less chance of developing rope-damaging edges
- Black Diamond Super 8 belay device comes in assorted colors only; sorry, specific color requests cannot be accommodated
| Best Use | Climbing |
|---|---|
| Assisted Braking | No |
| Suitable for Belaying | Yes |
| Suitable for Rappelling | Yes |
| Fits Rope Sizes | 8.1mm - 11mm, single/double |
Buying Advice
More expert advice
Write a Review
Adding a review will require a valid email for verification
Customer Images
Location:Colorado Springs, CO
15 years ago
Perfect!
Yes , I recommend this product
Great device! I dont even use my ATC Guide anymore. I normally always rig this in the canyoneering style which makes rappelling very speedy and extremely smooth. I even rig it this way for belaying, which makes some people nervous but after I show them how effective it is they are good to go, just make sure to wear gloves!!
Location:NC
17 years ago
Excellent device
Yes , I recommend this product
This is a time tested device and is the best at what is designed for. If you do any rappelling this is absolutely the device to have. It works easily with single 11+mm ropes and any size double rope. With a single rope the rappel can get a little speedy so I recommend gloves if you plan on that. If you are going to be doing double rope rappels with high diameter rope or a very long one with lots of rope weight you may want to get a rescue 8 as it has a bigger opening. Otherwise, this is the rappelling device to have.
Location:Highland County, Va
13 years ago
Couldn't be happier
Yes , I recommend this product
this is a perfect 8 ring and i use it regularly to rappel it suits its purpose perfectly
Location:Baltimore, MD, United States
10 years ago
An ease to use!
Yes , I recommend this product
Ive been using figure 8 descenders since my introduction to rigging and rope work in the fire dept. This is my first sport 8 as I have used rescue 8's in the past. I was impressed at how light the product was compared to my traditional rescue 8! In addition the wider loop helps prevent your rope from slipping to the top of the 8 which would leave a novice stranded. I run 11mm static rope through mine with no problem!
Location:berkley ca
12 years ago
awesome
Yes , I recommend this product
this device is super simple and lightweight as a emergency device its perfect luckily i haven't had to use it for that yet
Location:Lake Havasu City, AZ
17 years ago
Good for rapel
Yes , I recommend this product
I got this becouse the ATC was slow to rapel on. This is much much better for rapel.
Location:North Branch MN
14 years ago
better than you think
Yes , I recommend this product
a really great easy to use rappel device i use it in all of my climbs