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Black Diamond Super 8 Belay/Rappel Device

Item #BLD0158 | 21 in Stock
3 Star Rating

Gets really warm

By Ranked #373 - Belay and Rappel Devices April 7, 2006

From my experience, the Super 8 is a good backup like was stated, but it tends to get really hot in long rappels and even on belaying. A trick is to lead the rope through the carabineer to reduce friction. Overall it is pretty heavy to haul, and in my opinion, buying a second Black Diamond ATC-XP would be a better idea.

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Tech Specs:

Material:
aluminum alloy 7075-T6 
Auto Locking:
no 
Rope Diameter:
11 mm 
Strength:
22 kN 
Weight:
3 oz 
Recommended Use:
Belay/Rappel device 
Manufacturer Warranty:
1 year 

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