How to Choose Carabiners

The Black Diamond Oval carabiner is the original aid-climbing carabiner that should be an essential part of any big-wall rack. Why get just one when you can have this package of 3?
Imported.
View all Black Diamond CarabinersBest Use | Climbing |
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Carabiner Type | Non-locking |
Gate Type | Straight-gate |
Gate Open Clearance | Unavailable |
Strength Major Axis Closed | 18 kilonewtons |
Strength Major Axis Open | 6 kilonewtons |
Strength Minor Axis | 7 kilonewtons |
Dimensions | Unavailable |
Weight | Each: 62 grams |
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I got these for racking racking nuts on my harness and they do just that. The keylock nose prevents snagging. Solid carabiner.
I got these more as auxiliary biners just to have a few extras and they’ve definitely come in handy a few times where I need just a couple more than I guessed. They live on the rear loops of my harness and are super simple and handy.
I just really want to shout out the solid-gate oval, since they don't get a lot of fanfare these days. Yes, many carabiners are much lighter. Yes, it's hard to tell which side opens and which side is the hinge. Yes, they're kind of a ergonomic shape. BUT, they're really useful at times!! For example, three at a masterpoint for a top rope often means that the rope will run parallel to the rock (vs orthogonal) and therefore won't get pinched as the climber lowers. That's cool!
Straight to the point. Lightweight and good size. Even if you don't have a specific need/use for these (i.e. I bought these specifically to organize and hold my stoppers/nuts), these come in handy in so many ways.
Perfect for climbing and gear organization. Keylock design eliminates snagging, and the oval shape balances loads well. A must-have for any racker.
Got these for my quickdraws and gear loops — lightweight, durable, and smooth-gating. Pack of 3 is perfect for starting or replacing old biners.
These are great, sturdy, light beaners that are lighter compared to others of the same size as well and have a large base to hold a large load.
They work great for their intended purpose, from hanging gear off of my wildland web gear, to having spare carabiners for rope rescue.
These are great for all-around use. These worked well and arrived quickly. May need a few more.
Love using these ovals for clipping extra equipment to my harness during long multi pitches