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CAMP USA Shell Belay Device

CAMP USA Shell Belay Device

Item #CMP0081|17 in Stock – Ships Wicked Fast
$12.95
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CAMP USA Shell Belay Device

Even with the hundreds of belay devices available, simple, functional tube styles like the CAMP Shell Belay Device still rule for obvious reasons—they're simple and functional. The 1.7-ounce CAMP Shell Belay Device operates smoothly on single ropes from 10-11mm and allows double-rope rappels on lines down to 8mm. No moving parts to jam, no hidden internal cams to clog with dirt.

Bottom Line: CAMP proves that simplicity beats technology with their Shell Belay Device.

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Rating for this product: 3

bleh

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February 10, 2009

Yes it works. Yes, you can belay. And rappel. But I disagree that it is just like the Black Diamond ATC. Loading the belay device is not smooth. Rappelling on the Shell device is not at all fast. Good luck lowering a climber who weighs less than 140 pounds. The belay device puts too much friction on the rope, preventing the rope from running smoothly. Finally, I'm concerned that the exposure of the wire loop (see below) could pose a significant issue for the integrity of your rope. Spend the extra Lincoln, and you won't have to purchase a replacement.

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Rating for this product: 2

Not as good as Black Diamond ATCs

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September 30, 2008

The cable loop of the CAMP Belay Device may be too flexible and can get caught in the ropes when rappelling with 2 ropes. When this happens, the plastic rubbed off and the steel cable is exposed. Yikes.

Details: You will be OK if you are rapelling slowly, at a turtle's pace (ZZZzzzZZZzzz), and are watching the cable loop. I was double rope rappelling with two different sized diameter ropes (not ideal, but still safe - google it). However, my partner was using my new Black Diamond ATC Guide and it was fine with a fast double rope rappel.

I used Black Diamond ATC for 5 years and recently a Black Diamond ATC Guide, double rope rappel numerous times, with different diameter ropes, with no problems.

- Dave, Seattle, WA

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Rating for this product: 5

like a cheap ATC

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December 9, 2008

I love this belay device, and i like saving $5 over the exact same black diamond product.

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Tech Specs:

Auto Locking:
No 
Strength:
Not specified 
Rope Diameter:
[Single] 10-11mm; [Double] 8-9mm 
Weight:
1.7oz (50g) 
Recommended Use:
Belaying 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 Year 
Country of Origin:
United States 

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