Solid piece of equipment

Size Bought

Black

Does not feel or look cheap by any means, device is strong and the black paint has a nice rugged matte finish

Jackson

Better than using my hands

Familiarity:

I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Wow! climbing is so much easier with real gear.

Jack

Classic Belay Device

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

I learned how to belay on this and have been using it every since. Although I have a couple gri gris I still always prefer my trusty ATC. It's easy and straightforward to use and I feel more in control when giving slack.

Ari

Great and Classic

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Love that this ATC has cleats. Easy and smooth; definitely would purchase again.

Jefferson Schleifer

Theres a reason they're the classics

I feel like I'm parroting an earlier reviewer, but its true; there is a reason this piece is class. Its super handy, lightweight, well designed, and versatile. What's not to love? Nothing!

Emily D.

Classic. For a reason.

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

This device is so light, but so durable. I love using this ATC to belay. It's simple, straight forward, but still keeps you on your toes. When you're belaying someone, it's easy to get relaxed and casual with it. I really only trust my climbing partners that I know have been climbing and belaying for a while with it, otherwise I'll put a grigri in the belayers hands.

Myles Gray

It's good

It's got a really good grip in the teeth.

Isaac

Can Never Own Too Many

Familiarity:

I gave it as a gift but have feedback to share

Best gift--you can never have too many ATCs. The teeth on this guy adds friction when using narrower diameter ropes, which makes holding tension and giving catches easier on the belayer.

Annie

Great Device - Easy to Use

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I learned using this same one and was excited to finally get my own. As a beginner climber I really like how this belay device handles. I currently have only climbed in the gym, so that is where this gets is primary use right now. The design is simple and very easy to use.

Lisa McNett - Gearhead

Great ATC Belay Device

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Great quality and does the job well. Definitely would recommend.

Wolfgang Vollmann

Real Nice

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Trusty and easy to use. Great for beginners and canyoneering, it's the only thing I like to use for rappels.

Parker

Simple and nice

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I just started climbing and wasn't really sure between all the different kind of varieties I should pick for ATCs. I really like this one, since I learned on something similar to this one. I really like the color and how simple it is. Great for beginners!

Erica Okada

Easy, & Reliable Black Diamond belay

Black Diamond ATC-XP Belay Device Blue color!! I bought 2 one for my daughter 12 yrs old & one for myself ! Great product & easy to use with control & confidence!!

Jenn Williams

Perfect belay device for a beginner

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

The Black Diamond ATC-XP is a great tube style device to learn to belay with. I believe it's important to learn good technique before moving onto some of the other belay devices available. It's very simple tp use and with no moving parts should last a long time. The extra grooves really help to hold the rope while your climbing partner is taking a brake and lowering someone is very easy.

Nate H.

ATC-XP Belay Device is tried and true

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

This is the only Belay Device that I've used and when I needed I new one, I went with what I know works and will hold up.

Mayla F.

Ol' Reliable

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

This belay/rappel device is a classic for a reason. It's simple, it works, and you really don't need anything else. It's tried and true and enables you to belay and rappel with confidence. From climbing to canyoneering, this deserves a place on your harness.

Aaron Bender

my go to since climbing birth

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

this thing has been with me since I started climbing and is all time. belays well, rapps well. I always recommend BD products, and this one is one of the greatest and most durable.

Corbin Ekblad

A quality ATC that you will love!

I've been using this ATC for over a year and if I could go back I would totally buy it again. Great ATC.

Morgan B

Good belay device

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Use this belay device quite frequently. I have nothing to compare it to as I have not used any other device. Seems to be of good quality and does the job great. Definitely would recommend.

Braeden L.

Great ATC tool / Consider getting Guide

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Been doing roped climbing for about two years and only got into multi-pitch a month ago. If you foresee yourself getting into multipitch consider investing in the ATC Guide. All around great product that wont fail you.

Benjamin August