Black Diamond Camalot Ultralight Cam
On fast-and-light missions and smash-and-grab ascents when weight really matters, the Black Diamond Camalot™ Ultralight Cam presents a 25% weight savings over the standard Camalot.
- A breakthrough for fast-and-light climbing, the Camalot™ Ultralight helps keep the weight of your rack low without sacrificing the quality of the trusted Camalot
- Sculpted lobes account for a portion of the weight savings, but the Camalot Ultralight also features a Dyneema cord in place of a cable with the same strength you rely on
- A double-axle design allows for the widest placement range possible for each cam device
- Dyneema core stem design is strong, durable and low-profile
- Ergonomically optimized stem and thumb loop for precise placements
- Color coding makes for easy identification when quick pro placements is paramount
- 14mm Dyneema tape sling
Made in USA.
View the Black Diamond Camalot Product LineView all Black Diamond Cams| Best Use | Rock Climbing |
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| Expansion Range | 1: 30.2 - 52.1 millimeters 2: 37.2 - 64.9 millimeters 3: 50.7 - 87.9 millimeters 4: 66.0 - 114.7 millimeters |
| Strength | 1: 12 kilonewtons 2: 12 kilonewtons 3: 12 kilonewtons 4: 12 kilonewtons |
| Weight | 1: 101 grams 2: 126 grams 3: 167 grams 4: 225 grams |
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Just as lovely as the original C4
I bought the #1 (yellow) ultralight cam last month as a trial to determine if I wanted to replace some of my current cams (some of which are the really old ones pre-thumb loop) with this one. After placing it a number of times, I don't regret the purchase. The cam feels almost like a toy when compared to my heavier, old ones. It places like a conventional C4, smoothly and easily. Because of its weight, it was easier for me to manipulate and place. I can't really speak to its durability since I didn't fall on the piece and I've owned it for less than a month and only taken it out on 6 trips. The weight really makes a huge difference in the larger sizes (#.75 and above). I am definitely buying more!
Amazing but for a price. Literally.
I bought a number 3 of these right when they got out because I was so excited about it and I am very impressed with it. It works just as well as my regular c4 #3 Camalot but is WAY lighter. The one thing I do worry about is the durability since the core is not metal anymore. Also, the price is huge! I would not invest in these unless you REALLY need the cut on weight. If not, I highly recommend you just stick with the normal c4 Camalots.
beautiful rugged.
So I just completed my 180th ascent of El Capitan a week ago. for my 60 th birthday I treated my self to a selection of ultra-light cams, BD colored carbiners, and some other BD cams. LOVE EM! I have been climbing for 40+ years and I placed my first camming device 39 years ago! (Yeah, it wasn't a BD) I have tried a variety of other cams, some have their advantages, alas, I NEVER go up El Capitan without BD cams since they first were on my rack some 35+ years ago. You just can't beat their reliability.
Maintenance required
I bought a #3 and twice I've had to rethread the pull wire into the plastic finger pull. Last time I was high on route and it was difficult. My old #3 never had this issue.
Great product!!!!
First ultralight I have purchased, because I was told the weight didn’t make much of a difference. Man, we’re they wrong!!!! All my larger cams will be ultralight from now on!
Must have
UL cams are absolute must haves for any long trad climbing mission or difficult single pitch trad climbs. When the climbing gets long or hard, these are always on the rack.
Light and tough!
When I saw the Camelot Ultralight 2nds I snatched up the full size range sans the 0.4 (would have gotten it if available!). I've had my eye on these babies for a while. I recently tested them out climbing/aiding in TN. It's fair to say I abused them enough to get a true sense of their worth. I like the semi-rigid one piece stem. I was curious how it would work in placements perpendicular to direction of pull (I try to avoid that anyway). The answer was that it worked fine and seems to retain it's shape a bit better than my C4s do, not that it has any bearing on utility. I'm not sure if there will be any difference in the lifespan of a C4 vs UL, time will tell. I suspect these cams will be with me for the long haul. Next test Indian Creek and then Looking Glass Rock!
The Standard Cam
The Ultralights are the standard to which other cams aspire. Sure the updated C4's are a little burlier, and I use those for single pitches and routes close to the car. But when you're way in the backcountry or pushing grades and every gram counts, it's time to pull out the best cams in the biz—the Ultralights. I skip the .4 since the stem is so wide it blocks the view of the cams in favor of the Z4, but other than that these are the best!
So great for alpine, or anything steep
Just got back from an alpine trip in Switzerland. The ultralights size 2 and 3 came on every route and excelled. #4 on selected routes. Barely noticeable in the pack on the approach, or on the harness. Seems like they have not caught on so much in Europe - my Swiss guide partner was wowed. We had to leave 2 behind on a rappel misadventure. Came home and immediately replaced! Durability seems acceptable despite the lighter construction
Ultralight #4
Even when comparing the weight and design of various ultralight active pro of this size, I felt that this Camelot still came out on top! I am impressed with the weight, how light it is, and it functions as beautifully as they Camelots always have. In the alpine setting, I have come to appreciate the active pro that have built in extendable springs. That preference is the only reason I would choose another type of gear.