Reddit mentions: The best locking climbing carabiners

You can make those biners work, they are by far not the best, but they will work. The optimum shape is oval.Something like this is far better for safety and line wear . A girth hitch is faster and uses less hardware. It also reduces the break strength by more than half . Using any knot will load the fibers unevenly and lead to premature wear and possible system failure. If you can find them, you can use a chain link with a 1-1.25 inch inner diameter. Just file down any burs and make sure it is loaded correctly each time. You could also make a shackle and pin lock if you have access. They are some of the absolute best home made locks.
There are many ways to slackline and it is super awesome that you are getting advice so early on. Like you, I didn't have any other slackers to learn from and made some pretty nasty mistakes. Broken bones, concussions, hundreds of dollars in gear destroyed. All because I didn't know what the hell I was doing. If I have any advice from all of my failure, it would be, Do it right the first time. Cutting corners and saving a few minutes can cost you a lot more in the long run than just doing it the safe way.
Here is a list of some good places to start learning if you are serious about slackstuff.

A good but in no way complete list of webbing and stats

Some line load physics

Destructive testings

What is shock load?

Some different pulley configurations

Winds effects on slacklines

A super easy, bombproof homemade line lock

The big daddy tension systems

A super handy anchor knot

If you have any more questions feel free to ask.

it's likely not unsafe for belaying with an atc (never said it was "unsafe"... just using that choice along with the alpine harness picked to gauge overall skill level and overall ambition. the extra harnesses imply that she was going to be a mentor for people without gear.), but no climber I have seen uses one. The d shaped locker that she listed is very narrow and when used to rappel on two ropes has the two strands at two different parts of the nose and very staggered. I also think it might crossload easier because of the shape of it. All I am saying is that someone with the proper knowledge and skills to keep other people safe probably wouldn't choose a small D as a belay carabiner. (I have that exact d shaped biner and it's nice enough for clipping bolts but not as a belay carabiner.)

the petzl attache is a smallish pear shaped that works well or the bigger hms style is another style that works well. The HMS has the benefit that you can throw a munter hitch on it and belay/rappel with that if you ever dropped your atc.

The rocklock works better and is cheaper:

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Screwgate-Carabiner/dp/B000LGJFYK/ref=pd_sim_sg_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=0TMRPYCASWKZ3ZC5AXRT

or the package deal:

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Package-Device-Locking/dp/B000FNB0WY

The williams is another one that is nice and would be a good belay carabiner.

Congratulations on the new rig! I strongly recommend, though, that you consider getting oval non-locking carabiners instead. Those Black Diamond screw-lock HMS carabiners will work, but you will be cross loading them. HMS carabiners are meant to be loaded at the spine and nowhere else, whereas oval carabiners are intended to be loaded at the basket. A slackline will always spread the load out away from the spine.

Also, there's no style of carabiner more convenient to use for a slackline than an oval. When putting tension on the primitive, the ovals naturally center the lines to overlap each other. When I used to rig with HMS's, I found that the lines could slide out from under each other if when I was less attentive to pull direction, which often prevented locking of the tension and multiple grumbling resets.

So far, my favorite biner for primitive is the "Rollerbiner". While most Americans I've talked to don't think they work, Rollerbiners seem to have had great success for Europeans.

Otherwise, Camp Oval carabiners are the next best bet. Camp's biners are just as strong as the next brand, but their oval carabiners don't have that pesky hook nose for the gate. Instead, their ovals have a keygate, which is a significant improvement, aside from convenience, in the safety and longevity of a slackline. Hook-nose carabiners have the tendency to grab, and, in some cases, cut your line, whereas keygate carabiners never have these issues.

*edit: grammar

Here you are!

http://www.reddenmarine.com/commercial/seine-gear/rings.html

Then a carabiner is about 5-10 dollars. I love this one, but I'm only now getting into it:

http://www.amazon.com/Fusion-Ovatti-Screw-Locking-Carabiner-Black/dp/B008KEC71S/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1462529489&sr=8-4&keywords=fusion+carabiner

I've read that oval is better, but I've also heard you want flat ends. Up to you I guess.

If you don't care about vertical space, get one of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Fusion-Delta-Swivel-Black/dp/B00AEL8KX4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462529556&sr=8-1&keywords=swivel+climbing

If you do care about vertical space, get this:
http://www.amazon.com/Fusion-Shackle-Swivel-Black/dp/B008KEDXXO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1462529588&sr=8-1&keywords=fusion+shackle

Being a poor college student, I've done a good bit of research on the best bang for the buck for suspension equipment :)

Have fun

> I was inspired by this post to add something to my carabiner to prevent keys from coming off... so i ordered this kit [SEARCH ali ex for 200PCS/set Rubber O Ring Assortment kit] of various size o-rings. I don't know why I didn't realize but you can get similar kits for under $2 on aliexpress. Then I just fed 3 o-rings of the right size through one another so that they couldn't come apart and put it on my carabiner.
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> the result is that the keys don't slide and won't come off unexpectedly, but are very easy to take off when you want to. since the o-rings come in a bunch of sizes I could use it for any of my carabiners and have plenty of replacements if they ever wear out. for $2 i'd say its a worthy upgrade to any carabiner.
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> if you like this you might be interested to know that they do sell captive eye carabiners like these but I've never found a compact one since they are all meant for belaying I think. the o-ring approach does basically the same thing for even the small carabiners

I took the liberty to edit OP's post so that it won't get caught in the spam filter. See OP's profile for the original.

This is a pretty good start. I've put together a couple of notes.

• The duct tape you listed is a rip off. What I did for my bug out bag was buy a roll of duct tape, then wrap it neatly around a pencil.
  
  
• Instead of a SOG fixed blade knife, you might consider spending $20-$30 more and getting a ka-bar. I've personally had bad experiences with SOG and love the ka-bars I have. If you go this route, be sure to find a true ka-bar... there are a bunch of fakes out there.
  
  
• For radios, I would get something more versatile. The downside to the one you listed is they don't support many bands. Also, I may be wrong, but I'm very suspicious of the 35 mile range that is listed. The BaoFeng UV-5R is a hidden gem that does everything the motorola you've listed does and a whole lot more. the only downside is you need a HAM license to operate one legally (assuming you are in the US) https://www.amazon.com/BaoFeng-UV-5R-Dual-Radio-Black/dp/B007H4VT7A
  
  
• The carabiners you've listed don't appear to be CE or UIAA certified for climbing. Here is a link to a set I recently bough that are both CE and UIAA rated and are more than strong enough for climbing with equipment. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N6DD42Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc
  
  
• 550 paracord would do the same job as the speciality shoe laces you've listed for cheaper.
  
  
• You can make your own snare kits, fishing kits, and first aid kits for much, much cheaper that what is in your list.
  
  
• I personally would skip the bit kit unless you have a very specific need.
  
  
• The "Maxpedition Single Sheath" is very expensive for what it is. You can find something equivalent for about 1/4 the price.
  
  
• The bag you've listed may not be big enough for all of your gear. This is difficult to gauge, but your choice of bag is important.
  
  All that being said, I think you've done a good job of planning and selecting products that will be useful. I've been waiting on my wife to put together a sewing kit, but your post has spurred me to buy one instead (I don't think she's ever going to get around to it)....(this is the one I ended up buying: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015L46N96/ref=pd_luc_rh_sbs_02_01_t_img_lh?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1).
  
  Thanks and best of luck with your prepping!

Brand new climber here - been to the local rock gym twice and I'm hooked. Will be doing indoor stuff only with my girlfriend about once a week.

I picked up a pair of 5.10 shoes today, and am looking at getting my own belay device and carabiner. The popular stuff on Amazon is all the Black Diamond stuff. Just wondering if it's any good - it's pretty inexpensive. The recommended belay carabiner is $12, and for something this important I don't mind spending more for a higher quality (safer) locking one. This is the one I'm looking at:

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Screwgate-Carabiner/dp/B000LGJFYK

With this belay device:

http://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-ATC-Belay-Device/dp/B004GYD8H8

Are these any good? I have no problem spending whatever on a better setup if it's safer and will last a while. I do a lot of other outdoor sports and I know that some of the entry level gear can be a bit on the cheaply made side and I don't want to risk something breaking to save a few bucks.

Thanks!

Edit: I know this has to be the most asked question on here, so apologies in advance..

• 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.

If possible, the best possible solution is to just actually dog-proof your house, or at least an area you can section off. Otherwise, if you can afford one, I'd say get her a big outdoor kennel. If you're committed to her being tethered, at the very least get her a secure but comfortable harness, I use this one when I take my 70 lb husky out. Also get something with a locking mechanism (think like this) to use with any spring clips, because trust me, the dog can get it undone, mine has twice. I know how scary this is, I learned the hard way that my dog can also clear a 6' fence, I hope you figure something out!

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 have an Arc'teryx belt that I love, but it costs as much as you'd expect. For single time use belts, just get the cheapest option off of Amazon Prime - http://amzn.to/1w2NpdV (~$25)

Drop a couple bucks on a decent carabiner though, you'll find use for it in the future. Black Diamond are durable and not too pricey - http://amzn.to/1w2NOwK ($10)

As far as what you'll be doing? Who knows, maybe dragging something like sled dogs or rope bridge work. Sounds like a blast!

OP delivers!

We had originally considered purchasing a vehicle lift, but they were much more expensive, required a lot of headroom (the garage ceiling is only about 8'4" high), and would have required us to change the garage door tracks and opener to let it clear. This was a much simpler (and cooler) solution.

Many parts were purchase from Amazon, so I provided links so you can take a look.

Parts:

• Winch
  
  
• Pulley
  
  
• Carabiners
  
  
• Snatch blocks
  
  
• Rope hoist
  
  
• Hydraulic Vehicle Moving Dollies
  
  
• 3/16 (840LB capacity) steel cable
  
  
• Cable clamps
  
  
• Cable 'eyes' (keeps the cable in a nice curve when going around the carabiners)
  
  
• Lag bolts
  
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  Details:
  
  I had access to the studs and rafters as we removed the drywall to remodel the garage, so I was able to use 2x4s and 2x12s to strengthen the areas where the eye hooks were secured.
  
  I built these pivoting support blocks to keep the axle from taking any of the load. I put carpet on the blocks to keep them from scraping the new garage floor.
  
  I use these dollies to position the trailer to be hooked up to the pivot blocks.
  
  I use the rope hoist to make the raising and lowering of the trailer a one person operation. You need to pull the trailer away from the wall to get it to start lowering and also need to steady it on its way up so it doesn't fall into position too quickly.
  

sweet thanks. Hey, random question. What locking biners should I get for anchors and such,

would a couple of these be good? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000T266N4?psc=1

I attached a hook from an old ratchet strap so I can hook in and out pretty easy. I also use these carabiners fromca Amazon for most of my cable attachments. carabiner

Besides the weight gap with your blayer, you'll want to climb with someone who has fine control (lot of experience) with a grigri, or you might want to buy a Freino locking biner to give to whoever belays you, so your descent is slowed down. I remember the first time I belayed a friend that's on the middle end of 200lbs and boy that was a fast descent for him, burnt my hand.

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

I'm sure this has probably been asked a thousand times before, but I've gotten into climbing with a friend, and while I go bouldering multiple times a week by myself, I want to get more into taller climbing like with a harness

The local rock wall is at my university rec center (supposedly the tallest rock wall on a university campus at 55 ft high) so it's free for me to use (you do have to rent shoes and harnesses if you don't have them)

I have a pair of evolv defys as my climbing shoes (found them cheap on ebay) I was wondering if these are decent items for everything else I need

Carabiner: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003E2Z0TW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_F6W4ybC9TC2YT

Harness: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LU59ZFK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2cX4ybNK3DENH

Belay Device: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019NUN0SQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6dX4yb98K9C72

And chalk bag: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01K1545N6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_BfX4ybR1DMW7V

Is there anything else I'm missing? Is there anything I should change?

About to order an Alpine smart belay, what biner should I buy with it on amazon? Wondering if the Rocklock is a good pair.

https://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Rocklock-Carabiner-Screwgate/dp/B019FZZ8Y8/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1520377824&sr=1-1&keywords=Black+Diamond+RockLock+Screwgate+Carabiner

Oh nice idea using the spike. Its pretty stiff so I think it would hold as a decent clip. Is this a kind of quickdraw youre talking about?

Yeah, I looked at their load capacity and it’s rated at 25kN which is what the Aerial Essentials ones are. I bought them originally feeling confident about their safety and credibility, but recently I’ve been seeing posts about certain Amazon store vendors selling fake/illegitimate equipment and now I’m nervous I made a mistep.

For reference: these are the ones I purchased. CARAPEAK also makes flimsier looking ones, but I purchased the aluminum autolocking all rated at 25kN.

It's called a captive eye. There are a ton of options. I recommend the rock exotica pirate wire eye. Petzl also makes a good one.

Rock Exotica Pirate Locking Carabiner - WireEye Auto-Lock https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AFCII1Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_V0OLDb1NATNKB

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

Actual carabiner, for 11 bucks and free shipping.

Climbing-rated carabiner (preferably a locking carabiner) through the end of the ball eye-screws.

Climbing-rated sling over your pull-up bar with the ends of the sling hooked into the carabiner. You'll want to choose an appropriate sling length so that the grip balls hang (phrasing!) at your desired height.

https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Super-Screw-Carabiner/dp/B003E2WV80/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1518110798&sr=1-3&keywords=climbing+carabiner

https://www.amazon.com/Newdoar-Runners-Climbing-Lightweight-Slinging/dp/B075GRHYTX/ref=sr_1_22?ie=UTF8&qid=1518110547&sr=8-22&keywords=climbing+webbing+loop

Much better to use something like this to shorten it.

This make a good keyring , i usually buckle it up on my pants.
Might come in handy at some point.

http://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Super-Screw-Carabiner/dp/B003E2WV80/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1420512945&sr=8-4&keywords=carabiner

Plus the stuff you mentioned makes it complete.

Thanks. I've been looking for a new carabiner for my EDC. this one, specifically

Flooring

• KM Cape Doctor Maple 12mm Laminate (discontinued)
  
  
  Closet
  
  
• [Ikea Expedit (discontinued) - replaced with Kallax]
  (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/40275813/#/20275814)
  
  
• [1" 6061 aluminum rods, unpolished, extruded]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000H9JFR8/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
• [1" aluminum shaft collars]
  (http://www.mcmaster.com/#9946k24/=rjcdgv)
  
  
  Door
  
  
• [30x80" Oak Solid Core Door Slab]
  (http://www.menards.com/main/doors-windows/mastercraft-slab-doors/mastercraft-30-x-80-x-1-3-4-oak-solid-core-door-slab/p-1657282-c-12245.htm)
  
  
• [Door Hinges]
  (http://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-4-1-2-in-Satin-Chrome-Commercial-Grade-Door-Hinge-20442/204760762)
  
  
• [Schlage Latitude Privacy Door Lever]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0046ZRI7S/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
  Paint
  
  
• KILZ 2 Primer
  
  
• Behr Premium Ultra Pure White
  
  
  Lighting
  
  
• [TL90 Ceiling Flush Mount - Small]
  (http://www.1stoplighting.com/lighting/18-462-634-0-398776/Tech-Lighting_TL-90---Two-Light-Square-Small-Flush-Mount-700FM90S.htm)
  
  
• [TL90 - Large]
  (http://www.1stoplighting.com/lighting/18-462-634-0-308557/Tech-Lighting_TL-90---Two-Light-Square-Large-Flush-Mount-700FM90L.htm)
  
  
• [2GX7 4100k Bulbs]
  (http://www.1000bulbs.com/product/2798/FC13-2GX741OD.html)
  
  
• [G9 Halogen Bulbs]
  (http://www.1000bulbs.com/product/5113/Q-JCD40120G9.html)
  
  
• [Screwless Wall Plates (these are okay, a bit too retro for my liking but not bad enough for me to return)]
  (http://www.menards.com/main/electrical/wall-plates/rocker-gfci/1-gang-screwless-wall-plate/p-1403968-c-6479.htm)
  
  
  Desk
  
  
• [Linnmon High Gloss White 59x29 1/2" Table Top]
  (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10251352/#/20251356)
  
  
• [Olov Table Legs (I do not recommend these, there's a rattle from the internal tensioning rods)]
  (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10264302/)
  
  
  Hammock
  
  
• [Koch Forged Eye Screw - Small]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T44T7A/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
• [Eye Screw - Large]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002T44T8O/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
• [Trek Light Double Hammock]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00857I7KK/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
• [Trek Light Gear Go Anywhere Rope Kit]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005VDZE2U/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
• [Black Diamond RockLock Screwgate Carabiner]
  (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGJFYK/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i03?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  
  
  Total cost was USD 2197.67.

If you are leaving it unlocked why not use a Quick-Link with a screw-lock on it?

Like one of these:https://smile.amazon.com/Stainless-Steel-Quick-Marine-Grade/dp/B01KYPOYKC/

This. Just get a locking d-ring carabiner like this one

I just bought mine last week. So far it is epic. I am going camping 10/25-10/27 ask me the following Monday, 10/28, and I'll give you an update.

If I can make a couple of recommendations: 4x rappelling rings, 2x caribeaners.

You can put the hammock up in a few seconds if you have snake skins.

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.