Climbing Carabiners - Understand Everything (For sport Climbing)

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Quick video summary:
Variations in Size
• Different sizes of carabiners.
• Impact of size on weight and handling.
• Larger carabiners facilitate tasks like hitches and rope management.
• Smaller carabiners can be beneficial in certain scenarios.
Shapes of Carabiners
• HMS (Pear Shaped):
o Ideal for multiple rope passes, hitches.
o Better for repelling.
• D Shaped:
o Specific pull location can cause wear in certain instances.
o Common in sport climbing setups.
• Oval Carabiners:
o Best for rigging and haul systems.
o Less common in sport climbing.
Gates and Locking mechanisms
• Non-locking Carabiners: Single action to open and close.
• Locking Carabiners:
o Single Action: Basic open/close.
o Double Action (Twist Lock): Requires twist and push.
o Triple Action: Down, twist, open.
o Auto Locking: Snaps back to locked position.
Stock Types
• Round Stock:
o Uniform surface area.
o Preferred for anchor points.
• I-Beam:
o Reduced weight.
o Used where rope friction is minimal.
• Hybrids: Combination of round and I-beam for weight and strength optimization.
Special Features
• Carabiners with specific designs for belay devices.
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• Anti-Cross Load Features:
o Prevents device from sliding and cross loading.
o Adds convenience during climbs.
Personal Preferences and Recommendations
• Use of HMS and D shaped carabiners in various scenarios.
• I personally Dislike for fixed position Grigri carabiners due to added time and inconvenience.
Conclusion
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• **These are personal opinions based on my experiences with carabiners.
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