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Review by marks
Mar. 31, 2007
Good: This is Black Diamond's response to the reverso. The main advantage is the dual friction mode. The loop is designed to help aid in releasing the auto-blocking feature. IMO if you can't release the reverso, you can't release this either so I don't view this as an improvement. I prefer the flexable stem over Petzl's rigid stem but thats not a major issue.

Alternatives: Petzl Reverso

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From The Backcountry:
The Ventura™s ride-all-day demeanor comes from one of the best chassis to ever hit the pavement, with geometry tuned for nimble handling, cornering confidence and straight-line stability. 
  • Frame Kinesis 7005 taper-guage aluminum, SST tubing diameters, sloping top tube frame design, replaceable derailleur hanger
  • Fork Alloy, straight blade Aero Road with cromoly steerer
  • Headset FSA Integrated, threadless, 1 1/8
  • Wheels Alex ID-19 alloy double-wall rims, 32/28H, Formula sealed alloy QR hubs, 14g stainless steel spokes
  • Tires Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 23c
  • Derailleurs Shimano Sora RD-3400 rear and Shimano FD-2300 front, 31.8mm clamp
  • Shiftlevers Shimano ST-2300 Dual Control STI, 16-speed
  • Chain KMC Z8
  • Cassette SRAM PowerGlide 850, 8-speed, 12-26
  • Crankset FSA Tempo Compact, 50/34, 170mm (48/51), 172.5 (54/56) 175mm (58/61)
  • BB Set Sealed cartridge, 68 x 110.5mm
  • Pedals Touring platform style, full alloy with toe clips
  • Brakeset Tektro dual-pivot calipers with Shimano ST-2300 STI levers
  • Handlebar Jamis Road, 31.8mm with anatomic bend, 400mm (48/51), 420mm (54/56), 440mm (58/61)
  • Stem Jamis Road, 3D forged, 6D x 80mm (48/51), 100mm (54/56), 120mm (58/61)
  • Grips Jamis suede bar tape
  • Seat Post Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 300mm x 27.2mm with alloy clamp
  • Saddle Jamis Road Sport with SL top and satin steel rails
  • Sizes 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61cm
  • Color Sunset Red
  • Weight 22.50 lbs
This item is considered an "oversized package" by our shipper. $70.00 will be added to your order to ship this particular item. Insurance is included with this shipping fee.
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Black Diamond ATC Guide
4.9 out of 5 based on 204 ratings. 61 user reviews.


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Review by marks on Mar. 31, 2007
What is goodThis is Black Diamond's response to the reverso. The main advantage is the dual friction mode. The loop is designed to help aid in releasing the auto-blocking feature. IMO if you can't release the reverso, you can't release this either so I don't view this as an improvement. I prefer the flexable stem over Petzl's rigid stem but thats not a major issue.
AlternativesPetzl Reverso


Cred: 1390
Review by Keese on Nov. 07, 2007
What is goodAutoblocking, much easier lowering of an autoblocked second than the Reverso, wider selection of rope sizes than the Reverso, non rigid cable, teeth for improved gripping
What is badumm ???? doesnt come in the color green?
AlternativesBUY THIS ONE!


Cred: 555
Review by rmcgibbo on Aug. 03, 2008
What is goodReally beefy construction. The release hole is big enough to get a small biner in to use as a handle. Cheeper than the new reverso. Won't sharpen up like the old reverse.
What is badA little heavy, but I don't really count grams on belay devices - it's not like you're carying 50 as you are with biners.

On my 10.5 it's a little hard to feed when belaying the 2nd, but on my friend's 10.2 it's a lot better.
AlternativesPetzl Reverso


Cred: 451
Review by checkpositive001 on Nov. 06, 2008
What is goodMore solid than the original reverso, because it is one continuous piece of metal. Doesn't form any sharp edges with wear like the old reverso can.
Hands-free direct anchor belay is very convenient.
What is badSometimes hard to pull larger diameter ropes through on direct anchor belays.
A smidgen on the heavy side, but it'll last a long time.
Alternativesregular ATC
petzl grigri


Cred: 2436
Review by livextreme41 on Dec. 17, 2008
What is gooddual friction and autoblocking. works great. Does what it's supposed to do and does it well.
What is badweight...it's a bit heavy, and holds quite a bit of heat if you are on long rappels. Works best with larger diameter ropes
Alternativesreverso 3


Cred: 289
Review by fb_29707558 on Jan. 21, 2008
What is goodBest belay device for multi pitch climbing period. More size range on acceptable ropes than the petzl reverso, and it also has a nifty hole to attach some cord for lowering a second in the need should arise.


Cred: 476
Review by fb_722631787 on Feb. 06, 2008
What is goodVery easy to use. Allows a second to be belayed off the anchor and the added small hole allows you to unlock the second once weight is added.
AlternativesPetzl Reverso


Cred: 999
Review by scottydo on Sep. 02, 2008
What is goodJust got this but it seems super solid and very handy
What is badA little on the heavy side compared to the regular ATC


Cred: 3243
Review by jonnymtman on Mar. 10, 2009
What is goodI wish I hadn't bought all the other belay devices I have sitting in my basement. My favorite piece of equipment and always with me.
What is badcould be lighter and gets hot on long abzeil


Cred: 193
Review by zephyr7863 on Nov. 16, 2009
What is goodGreat stopping power and lots of friction, but the rope slides well through when you need. Made really well and very durable
What is badQuite honestly, I can't think of any
AlternativesPetzl Reverso


Cred: 8
Review by jimmyw on Nov. 16, 2007
What is goodVery smooth, the teeth work great for heavier climbers.
What is badToo much grip when trying to rap
AlternativesNormal Atc or figure 8 for raps but for belays you cant beat it


Cred: 120
Review by stevendo on Dec. 02, 2008
What is goodsolid design, friction mode delivers-
What is badnone except i can't use this at my local gym b/c the ropes generally are too thick there-
Alternativeshave only used for belaying-


Cred: 30
Review by cscolt on Mar. 18, 2008
What is goodAuto-block mode and Great friction. This bad boy is a great addition as a main belay device, and its tough as nails.
What is badToo heavy for use as a backup,
AlternativesPetzl Reverso, Camp Ovo belay plate, Munter hitch.


Cred: 38
Review by fb_555560325 on Mar. 21, 2008
What is goodBest device I've ever used.
Great grip.
Reverses for the smoothest rappel ever!
Solid construction.


Cred: 36
Review by fb_737207491 on May. 30, 2008
What is goodVersatile e.g double rope use, adjustable use according to rope thickness and slickness.
What is badI've never used the guide function, so no functional addition for me.


Cred: 27
Review by clheslin@sbcglobal.net on Jan. 13, 2009
What is goodSmooth operation and easily belays a second in autoblock mode. Good friction for belaying a leader as well.
What is badIt's sort of heavy.
AlternativesNone, the reverso3 is a hair lighter but I've never used it to compare.


Cred: 9
Review by addictedclimber on Apr. 29, 2009
What is goodExcellent friction on the grooved side. Great for hanging belays and multi-pitch climbing.
What is badN/A
AlternativesPetzl Reverso


Cred: 5
Review by K2sjb1 on Oct. 24, 2007
What is goodI have been climbing for over two decades. I have used many, many belay devices from multiple manufacturers. This is my favorite so far because of the versitality and the auto lock off feature.
What is badThe only bad thing so far is that large assault type ropes will not work with this device.


Cred: 426
Review by eddiemack on Sep. 23, 2008
What is goodGreat for simul climbing or all around ATC. Works the rope nicely. Gets a good grip when needed.
What is badnone
AlternativesI also like the Trango Cinch, but the guide is a standard piece.


Cred: 42
Review by fb_38400292 on Jan. 21, 2008
What is goodgreat multi-use belay devise
AlternativesPetzl reverso, but the guide is better


Cred: 60
Review by Jon Cannon on Aug. 13, 2008
What is goodGuide belay setting is awesome
What is badFunky to figure out at first.


Cred: 454
Review by fb_12711439 on Mar. 21, 2008
What is goodawesome versatility for slow or fast raps, anchor loop is very helpful


Cred: 815
Review by climbandkayak on May. 11, 2008
What is goodVersatile, especially if you'll ever belay from above.


Cred: 601
Review by chris.cohoon@cadence.org on Jul. 29, 2009
What is goodGreat design, versatile, dissipates heat well
AlternativesBD ATC, Petzl Reverso


Cred: 236
Review by jciccotti on Feb. 26, 2008
What is goodthe loops on either side to make belaying off the rappel easier.


Cred: 93
Review by climbercam on Feb. 20, 2008
What is goodAuto-block, smooth belaying and easy catching, even with small mm ropes.
What is badNone.
AlternativesNone.


Cred: 73
Review by forsakenclimber on Apr. 28, 2008
What is goodMakes multi pitch belaying easy as pie
What is badHard to give slack.


Cred: 102
Review by Delta V on Sep. 25, 2008
What is goodAwesome for twins, doubles and belaying 2 clients at the same time


Cred: 12
Review by fb_504763858 on Feb. 11, 2008
What is goodGet your reverso out of my atc, get your atc out of my reverso


Cred: 22
Review by fb_73201981 on Feb. 28, 2008
What is goodgreat for multi uses. can be set up as an autolocker if you know how
What is badheavy


Cred: 36
Review by wild country on Mar. 23, 2008
What is goodquite usefull and does well on any rope climb and diameter


Cred: 12
Review by wrongfloor on Apr. 08, 2008
What is goodauto-blocking for multi-pitch
high & low friction
What is badheavy


Cred: 24
Review by dvsbenz on Apr. 10, 2008
What is goodhigh friction and low friction side. loop for belaying from the top
What is badnone


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Review by fb_34320665 on May. 22, 2008
What is goodTwo friction settings and multiple applications.
What is badA bit heavier than the ATC.


Cred: 27
Review by devin on Oct. 28, 2008
What is goodAutoblock is useful but I find it a bit clumsy.
AlternativesReverso 3


Cred: 18
Review by climberboy123 on Mar. 23, 2009
What is goodEasy feeding, great breaking with the V-grooves, can be used as auto-block


Cred: 9
Review by Jambro87 on Nov. 16, 2009
What is goodLight weight, works great, easy to setup, all the modes are super


Cred: 147
Review by fb_829070088 on Feb. 06, 2008
What is goodGood on softer ropes


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Review by fb_894465643 on Apr. 02, 2008
What is goodI like the ability to belay the second.


Cred: 169
Review by skillet on Sep. 04, 2008
What is goodbest of the bunch! 'nuff said!


Cred: 317
Review by bencounter on Jan. 02, 2010
What is goodAll good. Great piece of gear.


Cred: 44
Review by fb_1568880112 on Jan. 23, 2008
What is goodgreat belay device, autoblock mode
What is bada touch heavy


Cred: 49
Review by fb_598762461 on Apr. 19, 2008
What is goodLove the extra ring.


Cred: 63
Review by thissilentdream on Apr. 24, 2008
What is goodreally really cool!


Cred: 43
Review by fb_5216704 on Jun. 13, 2008
What is goodBreaks like no other


Cred: 25
Review by ethatch on Jan. 18, 2008
What is goodincredible
Alternativesrevirso...just kidding they suck


Cred: 22
Review by fb_717530056 on Feb. 14, 2008
What is goodHigh friction mode


Cred: 17
Review by Rico Suave on Mar. 20, 2008
What is goodsuper crazy awesome


Cred: 25
Review by fb_10732529 on Apr. 02, 2008
What is goodGreat all-around belay device


Cred: 32
Review by fb_1068828154 on Apr. 15, 2008
What is goodThe best belay device I've ever used


Cred: 26
Review by Kirill Zemlyanskiy on Jul. 19, 2008
What is goodlight, handles easily
AlternativesPetzl Reverso 3.


Cred: 27
Review by DRoth on Jul. 27, 2008
What is badHavent Found any yet


Cred: 6
Review by fb_562035226 on Jan. 18, 2008
What is goodworks good


Cred: 67
Review by shoesbasecamp on Feb. 11, 2008
What is goodawesome


Cred: 12
Review by wolfen_at_max on Jun. 13, 2008
What is goodExtra loop


Cred: 0
Review by raymeister on Jul. 28, 2008
What is goodautolock mode


Cred: 420
Review by San Dog Scotty on Aug. 15, 2008
What is goodJust got this.


Cred: 5
Review by shawd01 on Sep. 25, 2008
What is goodthe best


Cred: 11
Review by fb_17815208 on Apr. 07, 2008
What is good.


Cred: 6
Review by Reed P on Jul. 11, 2008
Alternatives.


Cred: 0
Review by psecody on May. 22, 2008
What is good...
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From The Backcountry:
The Ventura™s ride-all-day demeanor comes from one of the best chassis to ever hit the pavement, with geometry tuned for nimble handling, cornering confidence and straight-line stability. 
  • Frame Kinesis 7005 taper-guage aluminum, SST tubing diameters, sloping top tube frame design, replaceable derailleur hanger
  • Fork Alloy, straight blade Aero Road with cromoly steerer
  • Headset FSA Integrated, threadless, 1 1/8
  • Wheels Alex ID-19 alloy double-wall rims, 32/28H, Formula sealed alloy QR hubs, 14g stainless steel spokes
  • Tires Vittoria Zaffiro, 700 x 23c
  • Derailleurs Shimano Sora RD-3400 rear and Shimano FD-2300 front, 31.8mm clamp
  • Shiftlevers Shimano ST-2300 Dual Control STI, 16-speed
  • Chain KMC Z8
  • Cassette SRAM PowerGlide 850, 8-speed, 12-26
  • Crankset FSA Tempo Compact, 50/34, 170mm (48/51), 172.5 (54/56) 175mm (58/61)
  • BB Set Sealed cartridge, 68 x 110.5mm
  • Pedals Touring platform style, full alloy with toe clips
  • Brakeset Tektro dual-pivot calipers with Shimano ST-2300 STI levers
  • Handlebar Jamis Road, 31.8mm with anatomic bend, 400mm (48/51), 420mm (54/56), 440mm (58/61)
  • Stem Jamis Road, 3D forged, 6D x 80mm (48/51), 100mm (54/56), 120mm (58/61)
  • Grips Jamis suede bar tape
  • Seat Post Jamis alloy micro-adjust, 300mm x 27.2mm with alloy clamp
  • Saddle Jamis Road Sport with SL top and satin steel rails
  • Sizes 48, 51, 54, 56, 58, 61cm
  • Color Sunset Red
  • Weight 22.50 lbs
This item is considered an "oversized package" by our shipper. $70.00 will be added to your order to ship this particular item. Insurance is included with this shipping fee.

From Amazon.com:
  • Smooth regular friction side and for twice the friction, a grooved high friction side
  • Made from durable, hot-forged anodized 7075-T6 aluminum
  • Handles rope sizes from 7.7 - 11mm
  • Weight 3.6oz
Product Description Product Description The self-locking capability of the Black Diamond ATC Guide belay device makes it an excellent choice when you cast off on multi-pitch trad, ice, and alpine climbs. The ATC Guide?winner of the Climbing Magazine Editor's Choice Award?belays a leader just like any other tube-style device, but it can also be connected directly to your anchor to create a self-locking system when you're belaying one or two following climbers. This allows you to eat, drink, tie your shoes, and take pictures as you belay with confidence that your partners are completely safe. Its unique release point lets you lower a following climber when the ATC Guide is in self-locking mode, even if he's way heavier than you. The aggressive V-notch allows this belay device to work on ropes from 7.7 to 11mm?even when they're icy.
Product Features
  • Auto Locking: Yes, when belaying off an anchor from above
  • Strength:
  • Recommended Use: Multi-pitch trad, ice, and alpine climbing
  • Weight: 3.6oz
  • Warranty: 1 Year
  • Country of Origin: United States

From Northern Lights:
Style Number: BD6200510000ALL1
The ATC-Guide is Black Diamond's most versatile belay/rappel device thanks to its smooth and grooved sides, plus a"guide mode"for bringing up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control. Often imitated, but never equalled, the ATC-Guide is a burly, super-functional, year-round belay/rappel zen master.
  • Regular friction mode for belay and rappel
  • High friction mode (3 X the friction!) for belay/rappel
  • Beefy cable holds its shape and resists getting caught up
  • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
  • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions
  • Deftly handles ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm

From Half-Moon Outfitters:
The self-locking capability of the Black Diamond ATC Guide belay device makes it an excellent choice when you cast off on multi-pitch trad, ice, and alpine climbs. The ATC Guide—winner of the Climbing Magazine Editor's Choice Award—belays a leader just like any other tube-style device, but it can also be connected directly to your anchor to create a self-locking system when you're belaying one or two following climbers. This allows you to eat, drink, tie your shoes, and take pictures as you belay with confidence that your partners are completely safe. Its unique release point lets you lower a following climber when the ATC Guide is in self-locking mode, even if he's way heavier than you. The aggressive V-notch allows this belay device to work on ropes from 7.7 to 11mm—even when they're icy.
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From Moosejaw:
ALL CLIMBING SALES ARE FINAL.
The ATC Belay/Rappel Device by Black Diamond is designed for 7.7-11 mm cords and to hold falls more easily, its extensive surface area dissipates heat effectively when lowering or rappelling.
FEATURES of the ATC-Guide Belay Device by Black Diamond
  • Multiple friction modes for belay and rappel
  • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
  • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions handling ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm
  • Regular friction mode for belay and rappel
  • High friction mode (3 X the friction!) for belay/rappel
  • Beefy cable holds its shape and resists getting caught up

SPECIFICATIONS:
  • Weight: 102 g / 3.6oz

From Summit Hut:
Description
Designed for climbers who want complete belay and rappel functions in a single device. The ATC-Guide from Black Diamond is a full-function belay device with dual-friction belay and rappel modes and an Autoblock mode for belaying one or two seconding climbers. The ATC Guide can handle ropes from 7.7 mm to 10.5 mm in a variety of adverse situations. It is a great choice for maximum versatility in a single device.
Features
  • High Friction Mode for greater control and holding power.
  • Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling.
  • In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls & has lowering capabilities.
  • Unique release point built into the unit.
SpecificationsWeight:103 grams

From Sunny Sports:
The ATC-Guide is Black Diamond's most versatile belay/rappel device thanks to its smooth and grooved sides, plus a "guide mode" for bringing up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control. Often imitated, but never equalled, the ATC-Guide is a burly, super-functional, year-round belay/rappel zen master.  
  • Regular friction mode for belay and rappel
  • High friction mode (3 X the friction!) for belay/rappel
  • Beefy cable holds its shape and resists getting caught up
  • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
  • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions
  • Deftly handles ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm
 

From Kittery Trading Post:
One device to do it all, the ATC-Guide offers maximum versatility. It has a smooth regular-friction side and for twice the friction, a grooved high-friction side.

When you're belaying from above, the guide mode lets you bring up one or two seconding climbers.

For lowering, it has a small secondary hole that you can girth hitch for more leverage to release the device.

For your protection and the safety of all climbers, life supporting gear and all safety equipment, such as carabiners, ropes and harnesses, cannot be returned or exchanged unless under warranty. Please carefully inspect all equipment for damage or defect prior to deployment 

From Mountain Gear:
The ATC Guide by Black Diamond is a full-function belay and rappel device with two friction options (regular or high friction) and a guide mode belays and lowers one or two seconding climbers.
Features:
  • The dual-friction capabilities regulate the speed of your rappel or lower
  • A full-strength anchor clip-in point is large enough to clear most locking-carabiner sleeves
  • Small seconday hole for lowering lets you girth hitch a sling or thread a microstopper for more leverage
  • Compatible with all climbing ropes from 7.7 mm to 11 mm

Specifications:
  • Weight: 3.6 ounces
  • Material: Aluminum

From Rock Creek:
The Black Diamond ATC Guide is a full function belay device with dual frictions belay and rappel modes and a Guide Mode for belaying one or two seconding climbers. In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls, plus you can lower a climber regardless of weight difference between climber and belayer, because of a unique release point built in to the unit.
*This product cannot be shipped internationally
  • Handles ropes from 7.7 mm to 11mm
  • Clip in loop

Weight:
102 g (3.6 oz)

Color:
Anthracite
Web Page Number:
5552
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From US Outdoor Store:
Description of Black Diamond ATC-Guide Belay Device
One device to do it all, the ATC-Guide offers maximum versatility. It has a smooth, regular friction side and, for twice the friction, a grooved side. When youre belaying from above, the “guide mode” lets you bring up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control. For lowering, it has a small secondary hole that you can girth hitch for more leverage to release the device.
  • Weight: 102 g (3.6 oz)
  • Anthracite
  • Smooth regular friction side and grooved side
  • Guide mode
  • Small secondary hole for more leverage

From Mountain High Outfitters:
Black Diamond ATC-Guide Belay Device
Black Diamond's most versatile belay/rappel device thanks to its smooth and grooved sides, plus a "guide mode" for bringing up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control.
FEATURES
  • Multiple friction modes for belay and rappel
  • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
  • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions handling ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm

SPECS
  • Weight : 102 g, 3.6 oz

From Appalachian Outdoors:
Black Diamond ATC Guide Belay Device - Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling. High Friction Mode provides two times more friction for greater control and holding power. In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls & has lowering capabilities. Unique release point built into the unit. Return Policy: Climbing equipment sales are final. In order to guarantee the life saving integrity of the climbing gear we sell -- we cannot accept returns on any life safety climbing or mountaineering equipment.  

From Gear Express:
Black Diamond ATC GuideBlack Diamond's most versatile belay/rappel device thanks to its smooth and grooved sides, plus a "guide mode" for bringing up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control.
  • Multiple friction modes for belay and rappel
  • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
  • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions handling ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm
  • Weight : 102 g, 3.6 ozAssorted Colors based on availablity

  • From Karst Sports:
    The Black Diamond ATC Guide is the newest Belay device from Black Diamond.
    Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling
    High Friction Mode provides two times more friction for greater control and holding power
    In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls & has lowering capabilities
    Unique release point built into the unit.
    ManufacturerBlack Diamond EquipmentManufacturer Part #BD620051SKU #31811GenderAge GroupCountry of OriginChina

    From Bent Gate:
    Black Diamond ATC Guide Belay Device
    - High Friction Mode for greater control and holding power
    - Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling
    - In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls & has lowering capabilities
    - Unique release point built into the unit


    Note that this item of climbing safety equipment is non-returnable. Please call us toll free at 877-236-8428 or e-mail bentgate@bentgate.com with any questions.

    From Gear X:
    This is an assorted color product.
    Features:
    • High Friction Mode for greater control and holding power
    • Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling

     Guide mode:

    • Can be used to bring up one or two seconding climbers
    • Automatically locks if a climber falls
    • Lowering capabilities with unique attachment point for release leverage

    From Wilderness Exchange:
    One device to do it all, the ATC-Guide offers maximum versatility. It has a smooth regular friction side and a grooved high friction side. When you’re belaying from above, the guide mode lets you bring up one or two seconding climbers. For lowering, it has a small secondary hole to which you can girth hitch a sling or thread a micro stopper to gain more leverage when lowering weighted ropes.

    From Camp Saver:
    One device to do it all, the Black Diamond ATC-Guide offers maximum versatility. It has a smooth, regular friction side and, for twice the friction, a grooved side. When you're belaying from above, the "guide mode" lets you bring up one or two seconding climbers with ease and control. For lowering, it has a small secondary hole that you can girth hitch for more leverage to release the device.

    From Rock And Snow:
    One device to do it all, the ATC-Guide offers maximum versatility. It has a smooth regular friction side and for twice the friction, a grooved high friction side. When youre belaying from above, the guide mode lets you bring up one or two seconding climbers. For lowering, it has a small secondary hole that you can girth hitch for more leverage to release the device.

    From Campmor:
    • Regular Friction Mode for normal climbing and rappelling
    • High Friction Mode provides two times more friction for greater control and holding power
    • In Guide Mode it locks if someone falls & has lowering capabilities
    • Unique release point built into the unit
    • Weight: 3.6oz.

    From Sun and Ski:
    • Multiple friction modes for belay and rappel
    • Guide mode works with one or two climbers ascending and descending
    • Dependable and smooth operation in all conditions handling ropes from 7.7 to 11 mm
    • Weight : 102 g, 3.6 oz

    From Backcountry:
    Auto Locking: Yes, when belaying off an anchor from above  Recommended Use: Multi-pitch trad, ice, and alpine climbing  Weight: 3.6oz  Warranty: 1 Year  Country of Origin: United States 

    From Backcountry Gear:
      Model:      ATC Guide     Designer:      Black Diamond     Tent Weight:      3.6 oz  

    From EMS:
    BLACK DIAMOND ATC Guide Full function belay and rappel device with choice of two friction modes and a Guide Mode for belaying seconding climbers.

    From REI:
    SpecificationDescriptionWeight102 gramsFits rope sizes7.7mm - 11mm, single/double Suitable for belayingYes Suitable for rappellingYes

    From BRM Store:
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