The Black Diamond Offset Stoppers add versatility to your rack by utilising offset geometry for pin scars or irregular cracks while free climbing or aid climbing.
At BD, our passion for innovation is only matched by our desire to use our equipment and experience the success it was designed for. From the world’s first wire-gate carabiner to our cornerstone Camalots, we have always designed gear that enables climbers to push the limits of our sport.
Nice to get some offsets! (Would've also liked some other sizes if possible, but that's all good)
Upgraded to some micro z4s and then got these to slim dow my rack and replace my previous stopper pro set (size 3-11). I do find I place fewer nuts, opting for the ease of cams in both placement and cleaning, but pairing these with micro z4s provides a much better range of placements. They are also lighter and cheaper than pricey z4 offsets. I always carry nuts and these are the best I’ve used. Great option for someone who does a lot of c2c missions and wants to go lighter. Only complaint, with the rack had a few smaller sizes. Someone who places a lot of nuts or doesn’t have micro cams will likely want the traditional rack also.
Offset stoppers are now my go to over regular stopper, they’re much more versatile and will work in places where regular stoppers don’t.
I love these things, they are so bomber! I carry an offset on every trad climb, they are super functional and just fit into the rock so well. I think this is as close to passive pro perfection as one could get… maybe not great for opening cans of beans, but maybe fair for stirring coffee and absolutely necessary for trad climbing. This is is my second set and worth the investment. I’ll see about other coffee stirrers…
