Sphinx Color:Black the Black Diamond ATC-XP Belay

the Black Diamond ATC-XP Belay Device is a durable

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which would greatly reduce its strength

while larger sizes have holes that reduce weight

The rubber eye it is attached to

Sphinx Color:Black the Black Diamond ATC-XP BelayA super compact, ultralight pulley with fixed side plates. The Sphinx is very easy to handle and convenient to carry on a harness while ski touring or mountaineering. The attachment hole is large enough to allow full rotation of a standard locking carabiner. Self lubricated brass bushings are perfect for light applications at low speed. Unlike other pulleys with fixed side plates, the Sphinx allows for a prusik knot to be installed on one side (aramid