Go lighter on alpine sends with the Camalot Ultralight—strength and grams that count
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:
"I shaved serious weight off my rack with the Camalot Ultralights. For long alpine routes or fast-and-light missions, every gram counts. These offer the same confidence-inspiring lobes and ranges as the standard C4s, but ditch the extra heft. They’re bomber, easy to place, and they’re a game-changer on the sharp end."
When we're heading deep into the backcountry or eyeing a long alpine route, we need every ounce of weight savings we can get without sacrificing performance. Black Diamond’s Camalot Ultralight gives us that perfect balance. These cams retain the trusted double-axle design and color-coded slings of the classic C4s, but drop nearly 25% of the weight thanks to the use of Dyneema slings and sculpted lobes. That translates to faster movement on route, easier packing, and less pump at the crux.
Whether we’re climbing in the Bugaboos or linking pitches in the Wind Rivers, we rely on these cams for their consistent placement, smooth handling, and reliable hold. Their unique cable-stem construction is flexible yet sturdy, making them ideal for tricky placements or wandering lines. When we’re moving light and fast, Ultralights are the cams we reach for first.
Details
- Ideal for fast-and-light alpine climbs and big linkups
- Lightweight construction shaves up to 25% off standard Camalots
- Dyneema slings are strong, light, and low-profile
- Double-axle design for wide range and reliable placements
- Color-coded for quick size identification on-route
- Same head width and camming range as standard C4s
- Smooth lobes and flexible stems handle well in awkward placements
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- Material
- [sling] Dyneema
- Placement Range
- [0.4] 15.5 - 26.7 mm, [0.5] 19.6 - 33.5 mm, [0.75] 23.9 - 41.2 mm, [1] 30.2 - 52.1 mm, [2] 37.2 - 64.9 mm, [3] 50.7 - 87.9 mm, [4] 66 - 114.7 mm
- Strength
- [0.4] 8 kN, [0.5] 10 kN, [0.75 - 4] 12 kN
- Cam Lobes
- 4
- Axle
- double
- Stem
- single, [core] Dyneema
- Claimed Weight
- [0.4] 2.2oz, [0.5] 2.6oz, [0.75] 3.1oz, [1] 3.6oz, [2] 4.4oz, [3] 5.9oz, [4] 8oz
- Activity
- climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 1 year
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Overall Rating
4.5 based on 69 ratings
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The product is praised for its significant weight savings without compromising quality or performance. Reviewers note the cams are "noticeably lighter" and "barely noticeable in the pack" compared to regular models, making them well-suited for long alpine days and approaches. The cams are also described as durable, reliable, and capable of holding a fall. The only potential downside is that smaller sizes may not see as much weight reduction. Overall, the product is considered an excellent, high-quality choice that provides meaningful weight savings.
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Selecting an option will reload the available reviews on the pageOctober 7, 2025
Ultralight #4
Even when comparing the weight and design of various ultralight active pro of this size, I felt that this Camelot still came out on top! I am impressed with the weight, how light it is, and it functions as beautifully as they Camelots always have. In the alpine setting, I have come to appreciate the active pro that have built in extendable springs. That preference is the only reason I would choose another type of gear.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
September 18, 2025
This is becoming the bread
This is becoming the bread and butter of my rack. Particularly for alpine climbing. Something with the head width on sizes below . 5 makes them less great in the smaller sizes but for most everything else you get a good weight savings.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
August 6, 2025
Handsome but stiff
This is obviously a well-made quality cam, however not being flexible and not having an extendable sling, like for instance the Dragonfily, is making its use less common.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
June 22, 2025
Fav
My all-time favorite camming device. Love that my double rack is now a bit lighter.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 8, 2025
Light and awesome!
These things are worth the extra cost for the weight difference with the standard Camelots.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 8, 2025
Amazing construction
While they are a bit too pricy for me to replace my whole rack, I love how light they are. Nice for when the little weight saving counts.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
April 7, 2025
Worth it
The ultralight cams hold a special place in your trad quiver. They are worth if you want to of course go light and fast and save a bit energy and knee bashing on those long approaches. But they do not belong in your everyday cragging bag unless you want to buy new ones far too often. Overall I love them when used appropriately.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
March 26, 2025
no question about it
This ultralight filled the 3 sized gap in my rack. A little bit more to watch for on the wear and tear side, but it does just what you want and weighs a little less. I have trusted my life to it many times already.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
February 2, 2025
The best in the biz!!
I've been a climber since the late 90's and I've seen many iterations of Camalot. BD continues to improve, with design & function year after year. Truly the vanguard of innovation. I love my Black Diamond equipment and wouldn't have it any other way!
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
January 19, 2025
Must have
UL cams are absolute must haves for any long trad climbing mission or difficult single pitch trad climbs. When the climbing gets long or hard, these are always on the rack.
Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com
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