Black Diamond ATC-XP Belay device

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Written By Chris Shirley MA FRGS

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Cost ★★★★☆

Performance ★★★★★

Overall Score ★★★★☆

Verdict: A great belay device at a good price also!

Having dropped my original belay device on the Matterhorn, I was after a new one – and the ATC-XP by Black Diamond certainly delivers!

 

Distinguishing itself with high-friction grooves, the ATC-XP offers an impressive grip and stopping power in its friction mode. Additionally, a machined window within the device contributes to its lighter weight, resulting in the ATC-XP weighing just 64 grams.

 

A durable cable construction maintains its shape and prevents entanglement between ropes, ensuring smooth handling during belaying and rappelling activities.

 

Designed to accommodate ropes ranging from 7.7 to 11mm in diameter, the Black Diamond ATC-XP belay device caters to a broad spectrum of climbing scenarios, spanning from sport cragging to ice climbing.

 

In summary, this device is optimised for climbing activities, offering versatile functionality for both belaying and abseiling without assisted braking.

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Chris is the founder of Hiatus.Design, a mission-driven branding and website design company that works with clients all over the world.

Over the course of his life, he has travelled to more than 60 countries across six continents, earned two Guinness World Records, completed the legendary Marathon des Sables, summited Mont Blanc and unclimbed peaks in Asia, become a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS), rowed across the Atlantic Ocean and obtained a Masterʼs degree in Business Management (MA).

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