ATC-Pilot Belay Device
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ATC-Pilot Belay Device
Rest assured that Black Diamond's ATC-Pilot Belay Device will help you catch whipping lead climbers like any other assisted braking device. Unlike most assisted braking belay devices, the ATC-Pilot doesn't use any moving components to ensure a secure brake; instead, the device's unique geometry makes the rope pinch itself whenever the rope tugs too hard on the climber side, ensuring a naturally reliable catch every time. This is Black Diamond's first attempt at making an assisted braking device with increased security and safety, and climbers can't help but admire its compact, lightweight, sleek design that could only come for Black Diamond.
Details
- Assisted-braking belay device for single-pitch climbs
- Accommodates rope widths from 8.7-10.5mm
- Durable steel surface pinches rope during falls
- Ergonomic thumb catch eases lowering
- For use with single rope belays only
- Item #BLD00MU
- Material
- steel, plastic
- Type
- assisted-braking
- Rope Diameter
- 8.7-10.5mm
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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5 based on 135 ratings
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The belay device is widely praised for its fantastic performance and ease of use. Many reviewers highlight its simplicity, fool-proofness, and assisted braking capabilities, making it a great choice for both beginners and experienced climbers. The device is described as smooth, lightweight, and versatile, working well for various climbing styles. Reviewers appreciate its ability to provide a secure belay while allowing for easy feeding of slack. Some note it takes practice to master the lowering technique, especially with lighter climbers, but overall it is considered an excellent and reliable belay device, especially for single-pitch climbing. Many users prefer it over other assisted-braking devices, citing its intuitive design and lack of moving parts. The device is highly recommended for indoor climbing, cragging, and as an upgrade from older belay devices.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageJune 2, 2025
Best gym belay device
Still my favorite gym belay device for top rope and lead climbing. It feeds rope as smooth as a Neox but without the moving parts making weird clicking noises. Also the best belay device for left handed belayers.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
May 5, 2025
Adds great security
We have been having our kids belay us with the pilot (with someone backing them up). Adds a nice bit of security. We also use the guide ATC for multipitch and a gri gri. Hard to wrap my head around the idea that I own 3 belay devices, but the pilot has been a clutch part of bringing our kids into belaying starting around ages 8 and 11.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 12, 2025
Best device for gym climbing
So simple and easy to use! My favorite device for the gym leading or top roping. Lighter than a Neox with no moving parts and just as smooth!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 11, 2025
Satisfied
I am satisfied with the quality of the device, works well!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
December 16, 2024
Belay device
This is the device I learned to belay with, and a perfect tool for climbing. It’s easy to use and prioritizes safety
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 13, 2024
Rope feeds very well accepts
Rope feeds very well accepts good range of rope lightweight easy to transport and assisted breaking makes easy to teach and use for beginners and experienced belayers
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 28, 2024
The simplified GriGri
For a beginner climber like myself, this device is everything you’d ever need in a gym setting. It’s insanely simple to use, no moving parts so there’s no fear of failure or “using it wrong” and it inspires more confidence than some other more “simple” belay devices. If you’ve been rocking an older device I highly recommend making the upgrade and being impressed with the simplicity and fool-proofness of this device
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 21, 2024
Great for beginners and pro's
I don't mind carrying a grigri in the mountains, but if you want a lighter option, the pilot is great. Why would we NOT want a more secure device for belaying? It doesn't make sense. I also teach rock climbing and I really like the PILOT for top rope classes.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 13, 2024
Excellent for Craggin'
Super smooth belay/lowering and light weight makes for an excellent auto-breaking belay device. Use with a larger carabiner (I use a rocklock) and it's wonderful for lead belaying and lowering - even with heavy people.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 30, 2024
Easy to use but wish they had more color options
I absolutely Love my ATC Pilot belay device. I use it constantly and it makes belaying so smooth. The only thing I wish is that it came in different colors, preferably something pastel.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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