Someone mentioned black diamond in a previous post, your results may vary. I went with Kong.Is there a consensus of opinion on the Tethrd carabiners? Are they made by a familiar brand? Thanks.
There is rarely a consensus opinion but I’m pretty confused as to why there is a sudden opinion circulating that these are unsafe or not made well. Seems like it’s all coming from an accident where the only info came from an accusatory, now deleted, post where many people suggest that user error was likely involved (none of us know of course). Is there something seemingly unsafe about this? I’m new so maybe I just need to be educated but it seems unlikely to me they are selling them and printing the specs on them if they aren’t safe to useIs there a consensus of opinion on the Tethrd carabiners? Are they made by a familiar brand? Thanks.
I look at it this way, Cabelas/ Bass Pro sells their Blackout branded bows when in reality it’s a rebadged Bear. A biner is safety equipment true so it’s not a straight apples to apples comparison true. I emailed Tethrd, we’ll see what they say.I'd ask and only use if someone else (reputable climbing or arborist brand) made them.
Making a carabiner properly is a very complicated thing, and it is odd to me that they would make it seem like they made them.
I look at it this way, Cabelas/ Bass Pro sells their Blackout branded bows when in reality it’s a rebadged Bear. A biner is safety equipment true so it’s not a straight apples to apples comparison true. I emailed Tethrd, we’ll see what they say.
Let me ask my question a different way. Let’s assume that the Tethrd labeled carabiners are Black Diamonds. Has anyone ever swapped out a Black Diamond (or other maker) for a different brand? I’m guessing the answer is “yes” because people tinker, etc. So my question again is what’s an ideal alternative if one wanted options?
Excellent / thank you. I had read a few threads about the Petzl red system and they are on my list. But I also read posts about Grivel and DMM, and admit some were in the screw lock vs auto debate, and maybe one was referenced more for the oval to work with Kong Duck - so I’m easily confused. I will spend more time with the search function but welcome anyone else’s feedback.they're all good but people have preferences
i prefer screw lock petzl carabiners because i trust the brand and also i like screw locks and their safety red system