Reddit mentions of Black Diamond RockLock Screwgate Carabiner, Screwgate, Mocha with Assorted Sleeves

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.

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.
  

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.

Actual carabiner, for 11 bucks and free shipping.

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..

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.

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!