(Part 2) Best climbing carabiners & quickdraws according to redditors
We found 220 Reddit comments discussing the best climbing carabiners & quickdraws. We ranked the 132 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 21-40. You can also go back to the previous section.
Here's the deal: you're just starting out. Any gear is good gear.
Here's a bonus entry:
A carabiner with a fake "CE" logo.
This is a great VR room build idea, unfortunately instead of posting a build DIY of a few simple things from Amazon, or a home improvement store some people want to try and charge a middle man fee. Just using google I found pretty much each component used to build this.
 
One of the harnesses used in the video
Ceiling hook
Fall protection lanyard
Rock Climbing Carbineers
 
I didn’t look too heavily beyond finding the exact harness, but already you have the majority of what you need and probably spent around $150.00, asking for $300.00 dollars to gather a few simple already manufactured items together for a DIY project is ridiculous.
cross posted this from /r/vive hopefully to save more people from wasting money.
Something like this will last a long time:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H7K9YRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_y8srzbZ6V3CWW
> 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.
My suggestion, is to save your ignition.
I know they're falling out of style, but my car keys are first off on my carabiner. Meaning anytime they go to touch a car, they come off the carabiner, which I keep inside a pocket organizer.
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
Like a boss.
Another option.
Non locking carabiner.
1 inch tubular webbing.
Tie a water knot to the biner. Wrap the webbing end over end holding it in place. Pack it in a surgical glove. Remeber to use a non locking biner. It's easier to manipulate.
You wedge the tool between the bottom and sides on a diagonal angle while hitching the biner. The biner does not attach directly to the too. Only the webbing.
I just took my work one to my volley house, and I'm planning on making a new one. I'll PM you a pic if you don't understand.
Do you need the connections rigid? If not, just buy webbing ($0.52/ft) and girth hitch the webbing to the sled and buy a weight belt ($13)to attach it to with a water knot looped around the belt.
If you want to get fancier and need it rigid, then buy two carabiners ($6 x 2) we can do the following:
2.Fold the last 3in of one end over
Now for how to attach it to yourself. You are probably going to want to buy some cordellette ($8.50, but probably cheaper at a nearby outdoor store since you only need 3-4ft and its like $0.50/ft) for a prussik.
The Prussiks should hold the cord on your hips with friction. In all it should cost around $40. You can probably find cheaper carabiners or quicklinks at a local hardware store also.
https://www.amazon.com/PETZL-DJINN-Carabiner-Crag-Climbing/dp/B00H7K9YRG?psc=1&SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duckduckgo-d-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00H7K9YRG
Is this it?
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.
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.
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#
Hi! So, the basics for indoor climbing could be narrowed down to:
Shoes! (I don't recommend buying aggressive shoes, go for something comfortable, eg. 5.10 Rouge, La Sportiva Tarantula, etc.)
Harness! (Assuming you'll be sport climbing) Black Diamond makes fantastic harnesses, Petzl too but they're a bit more expensive.
ATC/Grigri Many people swear by the Grigri, myself included but I think beginners should learn how important is to properly use an ATC, it'll be an indispensable piece of gear, pretty much any ATC will work, a grigri can be an upgrade for your birthday ;)
Chalk bag. Get a funky one, have fun.
Whenever you transition into outdoor climbing you'd be looking to buy around 6-12 Quickdraws, there are hundreds of options, Petzl and BD are bomb proof. If you don't wanna spend a ton I recommend Mad Rock's Concorde https://www.amazon.com/Mad-Rock-Concorde-Express-Set/dp/B00BIUXR88/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495070844&sr=8-1&keywords=Mad+Rock+quickdraw
ROPE! This is where many people will tug you around saying a thinner or thicker is better, just get a good rope between 9.4mm and 9.8mm 60 Meter rope, you'll be fine, big look for brands like BD, Petzl, Blue Water ropes, Sterling, Mammut, Fixe Roca, etc etc... and that's it!
ALSO, forgot to add, a PAS (Personal Anchor System) again, your SO will have to see which type, Metolius sells this one:
http://www.metoliusclimbing.com/pas_personal_anchor_system.html
Or you can build one yourself with some cordellete
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7R9-EBU-EPs
Depending on sales and all that, the indoor stuff will cost you arouuuuund
$70-100 USD Shoes
$50 harness
$25 ATC
$10 Chalk bag
For the outdoor
$120 - $200 on 12 Quickdraws
$150 - $200 for a 60m rope.
$15-30 PAS
Good Luck!
Edit: added the PAS info.
well I suppose I would if the one I bought was advertised to specifically carry groceries. But it wasn't. Carabiners come in a multitude of sizes. This one from Amazon says nothing about carrying groceries
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
http://www.amazon.com/Nite-Ize-SBP10-03-01-S-Biner-Carabiner/dp/B001FAPU2C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1425674554&sr=8-2&keywords=ize+s-biner+large
>Kalais's Clip-up
https://www.amazon.com/KAILAS-Extendable-Quickdraw-Climbing-Lightweight/dp/B07DXDHWQC/
Not quite 12ft long only 8ft but it does collapse very well.
Materials list in case anyone is curious:
200ft Tan Paracord
200ft Orange Paracord
Parachute Locking Carabiner
3x Small Carabiners
Chain Swivel
Bungee leash extension
Poop bag holder
It's THIS. Not exactly a handle, but now that I see it in the picture, it gives me ideas.
These are my favorite 'biners, the Metolius FS Mini II.
That said, I now consider carabiners to be too bulky for their purpose and no longer bring them along.
For a carabiner-free (and hardware in general) setup, just get two 15' long 1" wide straps (kevlar from Dutchware are awesome but pricey, poly webbing from Dutchware is great if weight isn't as big an issue). Then learn how to tie an extremely simple knot called a "becket hitch on a bight". That's all you need to know to attach your webbing straps securely to a continuous loop of amsteel threaded through each hammock end's sewn end channel.
Listen to the people telling you not to use non-climbing-rated hardware. The forces imposed on your suspension can be in the thousands of pounds, depending on your hang angle and body weight. It's just not worth the risk. No way would I use any 100-lb-rated Chinese NiteIze stuff in my hammock suspension.
its a metolius. its rated for climbing, but i usually just throw my keys on it. having it higher up on my pack will make my keys less prone to the jingle. here's the carabiner on amazon
Way overbuilt for keys, and way too expensive for what it's doing, in my opinion. I did, however, grab one of these at EMS when I saw they for about $7. I don't use it for keys, but it's light and sturdy enough for anything I could possibly need it for.
The #3 stainless steel Nite Ize S-biner has been my key carabiner for almost four years though with no issues.
For the money you spend on the camjam XT ($8.31 on amazon) you could spend 64 cents more and get something rated for 5000+lbs. The aluminum won't rust and won't shred your suspension faster because it doesn't have locking cam teeth.
Knots are fun.
Nite Ize makes some cool stuff for my keys but not for my 300 lbs butt.
Sorry for photo quality. First post ever on this so be gentle. Starting from top row, left to right:
Hopefully that all worked! If not, I apologize.
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.
Even better one:
Use quickdraws because they have a cloth handle.
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???
https://www.amazon.com/Petzl-DJINN-AXESS-Quickdraw-Climbing/dp/B00H7K9V1K/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1509691399&sr=8-3&keywords=djinn+quickdraws
E.G. Nice ass QDs for the same price not on sale as your shit