(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best climbing carabiners & quickdraws

• These work surprisingly well. Buy some good carabiners like this.
  
• If you want to get a little more fun, have you and/or your boy-toy learn how to tie a One-Column and Two-Column tie and basic chest harness. Twisted Monk on Youtube is a good place to start. 5/16" solid core braided nylon rope works very well when cut into 10', 25', and 50' sections.
  
• Tied the limb not the joint.
  
• Blindfolds can be made from scarves or silk ties.
  
• Safe words (red/yellow/green system is good), discussion of hard limits before hand, playing sober, and never leave a tied up person alone.
  
• Nothing around the neck for beginners and have EMT shears near at hand.

I mean, I EDC a random bent gate from an old petzl quickdraw, maybe $10 and it is actually rated to support weight... but I cant open a bottle with it, easily.

If you want a good quality basic biner, buy a quickdraw. If you want a biner that's also a multitool, this thing looks cool.

The bonus for a quickdraw is that you can use the dogbone (webbing that connects to two biners) as a gear lanyard.

Here is a good one for $18, you get two biners and the webbing

PETZL - DJINN AXESS, Quickdraw for Crag Climbing, 17 cm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H7K9TQM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ZrFzDbG35VPAH

Why don't climbing carabiners get any love here? I use a climbing carabiner like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Fusion-Contigua-Straight-Non-Locking-Carabiner/dp/B008KEDM3U/ref=sr_1_8?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1453405167&sr=1-8&keywords=climbing+carabiner


I spend a lot of time outdoors and have found an enormous use for a climbing weight rated carabiner. Mine is small and not as big as the big climbing ones and works great as a keychain. A cheap walmart carabiner wont hold more than 50 lbs usually and thats usually sufficient except when you wanna make sure something is definitely secure. Also learn the lighter trick as a bottle opener. Once you become the master of this everything becomes a bottle opener!

P.S. How do I convert my link to show up as whatever I want like the other guys here???

I have two standard split key rings both hooked to the metal loops on one side of my camera. I then have a rock climbing sewn sling put through both of the rings. I then usually keep a small rock climbing carabiner clipped to the sling. I wrap tape around split wrings once the sling is attached so the ring edges don't snag the sling. This setup is light and strong and gives me a few options for carry. If you want to carry it by hand you double up the sling and it is now half the length of the full sling. Doubling it up may make it the right size to hang off of a shoulder for short people, but I'm bigger and my sling isn't long enough for that. If you want to put it over your shoulder and across your chest you can. When you want to draw the camera up the sling slides through the split rings easily and doesn't catch on clothes. When you're done you can let it down and it hangs by your side. If I don't want to wear the sling I can hook the sling, using the carabiner, to a back pack, belt, or a belt loop which is nice for hiking near cliff edges or waterfalls as well as areas where I might be afraid of someone grabbing and running off with my camera. The sling and carabiner are rated to about 22kN or approximately 4,945 lbs. I don't think the split rings could hold that, but it is more than enough for a camera if you have decent split rings. The whole setup is relatively cheap compared to some of the slick commercial setups some have. It does have disadvantages. You probably need to find the right sling length for your frame size. The sling I have works well for me, but would probalby have a camera hanging by a short person's knees. They do sell different length slings so you just need to keep it in mind if you buy one. Once the split rings are on, the sling threaded through the rings, and the rings taped over, you can't just pull the sling and rings off at a moments notice. Also if you aren't used to it and don't naturally pull the sling out of the way it likes to slide in front of short lenses. Also the strap is really this which is fine for me, but if you are carrying a pro body with a long pro zoom it might be awkward. When I have my f2.8 80-200 mm and battery grip on I usually am holding on to the camera and lens all the time anyways.

I can take a few pictures later if people are interested.

You could get something like this https://www.amazon.com/Wanyifa-Titanium-Revolver-Quickdraw-Carabiner/dp/B01G4OLDAQ or even a quicklink like this https://www.amazon.com/KONG-435285-Kong-Stainless-Quicklink/dp/B0064EJWNW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1473021063&sr=8-3&keywords=quicklinks

I couldn't find the exact style you posted but these will definitely hold onto your keys and be relatively easy to add new keys. Best of luck

1. [ENO doublenest hammock] (http://www.amazon.com/Eagles-Nest-Outfitters-DoubleNest-Hammock/dp/B001DDTE1E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345872726&sr=8-1&keywords=eno+doublenest+hammock)
   
   
2. [25 yards 1" webbing] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001QL2C26/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i02)
   
   
3. [ENO rainfly pro] (http://www.amazon.com/ENO-Pro-Rain-Tarp-Navy/dp/B0027PXSWS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1345872824&sr=8-1&keywords=eno+rain+fly)
   
   
4. [hiker first aid kit with extra bandages] (http://www.rei.com/product/800905/rei-hiker-first-aid-kit)
   
   
5. [set of 6 MSR ground stakes] (http://www.rei.com/product/682543/msr-ground-hog-stake)
   
   
6. Walther PPS .40 cal in a [crossbreed super tuck] (http://crossbreedholsters.com/SuperTuckDeluxe/tabid/90/List/0/ProductID/1/CategoryID/1/Level/1/Default.aspx?SortField=ProductName,ProductName) holster
   
   
7. [26 KN rated carabiners] (http://www.amazon.com/Orbit-Straight-Carabiner-Keylock-CAMP/dp/B0015TFYCY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1345872547&sr=8-2&keywords=trango+carabiner)
   
   
8. Warbonnet Outdoors [Adjustable Webbing Suspension] (http://www.warbonnetoutdoors.com/acces.php)
   
   
9. [Silva Compass with Mirror] (http://www.amazon.com/Silva-2801078-Ranger-CLQ-Compass/dp/B000EQ82H8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1345872609&sr=8-2&keywords=silva+type+20)
   
   
10. iphone 4
    
    
11. Uni-ball Super ink .5mm pen. This varies as I have ~10 pens I grab on a day-to-day basis.
    
    
12. Lighter
    
    
13. [Kershaw Scallion Knife] (http://www.kershawknives.com/productdetails.php?id=49)
    
    
14. True Utility [Utili-key] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003F527NU/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00)
    
    
15. [Nylon billfold] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000E1GRIO/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00)
    
    
16. [Camelback Alpine Explorer backpack] (http://www.rei.com/product/830501/camelbak-alpine-explorer-hydration-pack-100-fl-oz)
    
    
    I realize this may be slightly outside the bounds of "every day carry" but rest assured this backpack is always on/near me.
    
    The things I have physically on me and basically all times are items: 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.
    
    Everything else pretty much lives in the backpack and stays on me or in my car for access at a moments notice.

Get carabiniers from climbing companies. Basically if they don't make climbing gear I wouldn't bother.
For little baby ones dmm makes my faves. They hold 4kn (900 lbs static) and are super light weight and a great size for a mini. here's a link
Absolutely love these guys!

I use these little guys to carry gear. They're full UIAA speck (fully climbing capable) but they're much lighter and more appropriately sized than the mainstream stuff used by most climbers.

They're super cheap too!
I definitely recommend them.
(not sponsored)

Metolius FS Mini Carabiner (2015) - Orange https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XPSIJG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_NkwHyb42GGJH2

[Metolius]
(http://i.imgur.com/P7X6aNo.jpg)

A pair of Camp USA Nano 22 carabiners and a 50ft hank of real 550 paracord.

Is super handy to be able to clip one thingy to another thingy.

It's also super handy to be able to string up something or tie stuff together. Being a part time hammock camper, they can serve dual purposes. I use the 550 as a tarp ridgeline at night, and the carabiners are part of my hammock suspension.

The carabiners are 22g each and 50 ft of paracord is around 100g. So for 5 ounces I can do about a hundred things I couldn't easily do at camp. Yes there's lighter cordage out there, but 550 is reasonably light, tough, holds knots well, and cheap and easy to replace so I don't feel guilty about cutting a short piece off to use. Plus it could theoretically be used in a survival situation without sawing you in half. Paired with a legit pair of climbing rated biners, you're ready to go.

My edc. I’m a high school student, so obviously I don’t carry the zippo or the knife at school (although I have accidentally before) the knife is great for opening packages, cutting string, etc. The wallet is a wallet, the pen I use everyday in class, and my keys are self explanatory, although I do also keep a padlock for my locker and a flash drive on them. The magpull case is super protective and a nice color, but I do hope to replace the damaged iPhone SE that is still kicking. The zippo I carry mostly to fidget with, (I have ADHD) but I do light campfires with it pretty often. Everything here is cheap, but I like it. Soon I will (hopefully) replace the phone with a pixel 3, the knife with a delica 4, and add a seiko.

• Carabiner for keys: https://www.amazon.com/Camp-USA-Nano-Carabiner-Size/dp/B01MSDVLPC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1541813950&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=camp%2Bnano%2B22%2Bcarabiner&dpPl=1&dpID=41bx6k5Y3mL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
  
• Knife: https://www.amazon.com/Husky-98383-Utility-Replaceable-Knives/dp/B01MRQJIXP/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1541814074&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=husky+utility+knife&dpPl=1&dpID=511cOIR6AsL&ref=plSrch
  
• Wallet: https://www.amazon.com/Herschel-Luggage-Raven-Black-Size/dp/B00839GZFO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541814297&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=herschel+wallet+raven&dpPl=1&dpID=51bneIRFBIL&ref=plSrch
  
• Zippo: https://www.amazon.com/Zippo-Ying-Black-Matte-Lighter/dp/B001DBD9GM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541814406&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=zippo%2Bying%2Byang%2Blighter&dpPl=1&dpID=51Wkq-N8cKL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
  
• Pen: https://www.amazon.com/Zebra-Pen-Retractable-Ballpoint-12221/dp/B001BZ6ZN4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1541814478&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=zebra+z-grip&dpPl=1&dpID=619%2BeFXptjL&ref=plSrch
  
• Phone Case: https://www.amazon.com/MAGPUL-IPHONE-FIELD-CASE-BLK/dp/B00DZIWGE2/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1541814529&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=magpul%2Biphone%2Bse%2Bcase&dpPl=1&dpID=41-bH-CJqqL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

So one thing ive noticed is that with the megajul the carabiner is absolutely critical with the device being effective.

This biner for example: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Screwgate-Carabiner/dp/B07C4K8W7F

Is ineffective and its due to the shape alone. The metal itself comes to a somewhat triangular point and it doesnt fit well within the curved portion of the megajul that causes the device to catch.

Whereas this biner: https://shop.climbonsquamish.com/mammut-crag-smart-hms.html

You'll notice that its fat and rounded up at the top. This catches the device perfectly without fail every time.

I'm also a 210lb 6ft guy so the falls i take on the device are significant and ive yet to have it slip what so ever with that biner however with the first one showed it does pretty consistently.

This type of biner i think is critical for these non moving part auto lockers to work. That biner is actually the one they sell with the Mammut smart 2.0 because of that fact and there is a noticable difference.

My point being is that i can be entirely hands free on just the megajul with that set up without any concern.

I've posted this deal before and recommended that everyone set a 3camel price alert for the product. If you look at the price chart, the price randomly dips down to being less than $5 a quickdraw. Simply unbeatable.

These are new quickdraws, sold by The Gear Coop, with amazon fulfilled prime. It doesn't get any better than this. I've purchased two so far and they are quality, new, and most importantly, cheap quickdraws. You will regret not setting up a price alert.

As I said in my last post (https://smile.amazon.com/Camp-Orbit-Express-Quickdraw-5-Pack/dp/B00S6U1C94/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469487972&sr=8-1&keywords=camp+wire+quickdraw)
> Also I linked to amazon smile - make sure you set it up for a donation to the Access Fund! And install an extension on your browser of choice to redirect all links to the smile.amazon domain

This is what I use and it's been great. I also is it to secure the bag to the passenger seat headrest when it's sitting next to me.

Black Diamond Posiwire Quickdraw - 12cm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019NUM23K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ZV-Myb8GNTW6G

On my 21L Gr1 it is the perfect length for the molle on the outside of the bag.

I used these rock climbing pulleys, and I'm currently using this cord (6mm). I attach it all with soft loop straps. I have multiple brands of those, they're all inexpensive and highly useful. These are the carabiners I ordered. I use two Titan loading pins but loop straps can be used to hold the weight too.

All you have to do is cut the accessory cord to the length you need and tie a knot with a loop at each end where you'll attach a carabiner. After you cut the cord it will be frayed, but you can just burn it and it will melt nicely. A piece of cord goes through each pulley. The top pulley is simple with your handle attached to the front and the weight to the back. When using the bottom pulley you attach that cord to the cord of the top pulley, and the other side of the top pulley to the weight.

Not sure if I answered what you're looking for, but any questions and I'll be happy to answer.

If anyone is on a tighter budget and is willing to wait for a sale on some cheap but solid quickdraws, every so often on amazon The Gear Coop puts a 5-pack of camp wire gate quickdraws on sale link.
The price goes down to about $25 for the 5 draws ($5 a draw is pretty solid! You can even make alpine draws out of them for ~$2.5 a biner)

One thing about the sale is that it is hard to predict when it will happen again, so sign up for an amazon price tracker on the draws and get emailed when the price drops to under $30. Also when they go on sale the sale doesnt last all that long before The Gear Coop price is sold out. I got 2 sets (10 draws) last time they went on sale for $47 with shipping.

I'm so glad that you shared this! Great idea. I turned around one of my curtains that has a white lining (it is held up by ring hooks with clips) and hung one of those large carbiners (like this https://www.amazon.com/FineGood-Carabiners-Extra-Large-Shopping-Accessories/dp/B073SV9W5D) over the rod. It works well for easily hooking a hanger through it is awkward if anyone comes over - I need to turn the curtain back around. A canvas like yours would be easy to store.

If your not fickle about price these look exactly like what you have but they are $8 a piece

Personally I use ones like these and find them quite effective while only $2 a piece

The Dutch biners are great, I also like these Camp Nanos in general, as they're one of the lighter ones on the market and have a generous opening size

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Camp USA Nano 22 Carabiner Black One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S6U0ULU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_.yLPybP2W8T0S

Grappling Hook Folding Survival... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079KYF112?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I grabbed this one off of amazon. Its done well for me.
I got lucky on getting it off something underwater that had a bigger ass than me. So grapple with care lol

Not OP but it looks like this guy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Grappling-Survival-Multifunctional-Stainless-Mountain/dp/B079KYF112/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=grappling+hook&qid=1566835972&s=gateway&sprefix=grappling+hook&sr=8-4

Here's a set of Camps for $55
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00S6U1C94/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1462898893&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=quickdraw&dpPl=1&dpID=41ijDo9q4cL&ref=plSrch#

I bought 2 of the Fusion Carabiners. They are rated up to 23kN, way more than I would ever need from a carabiner for my keys or attaching my thermos to my backpack.

Also can be bought for ~$8.

it would either be this (as a female planning to live in NYC this summer, I need this shit), my climbing gear [1] (http://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Ultra-Screw-Carabiner/dp/B000TTNCWK/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=5F0OY4EGJFD5&coliid=IK5YOC9LOVZFE) 2 3, or my old spice body spray.