Carabiners for bridge

[Stevey220]

Looking to switch to a tubular webbing bridge with a carabiner to make it easily removable on one side. I bought a pack of these to see what they look like in real life. They are definitely compact and light. What are your thoughts?

FresKaro 2019 New 3inch Twist... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SW2YM8D?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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[mattsteg]

Non-climbing rated carabiners from amazon to hold your bridge on?
That's a bold strategy, cotton.

 

[drew13]

The 12 Kn load rating on that biner is half of the typical climbing biners that most of us here use. I personally would not trust it.

 

[Stevey220]

Appreciate the feedbacks. These are not as compact but very light. Have been using on my lifeline for years. Suitable for bridge and tether?

Hunter Safety System Recon Pro... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004SX71TS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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[boyne bowhunter]

The 12 Kn load rating on that biner is half of the typical climbing biners that most of us here use. I personally would not trust it.

X2, What he said. A couple of bucks or ounces is not worth the risk.

 

[Aeds151]

Get some name brand climbing carabiners. Open country, black diamond etc


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[Paraiso]

X2, What he said. A couple of bucks or ounces is not worth the risk.

Yep. The last area where I'm trying to save a little weight or bulk is with the carabiner that supports my life. Buy climbing biners.

 

[CarolinaDog]

Doublesteps.com sells climbing rated very compact biners at a similar price point. They are smaller than the black diamonds and fusions I have received with my saddles. And cheaper

 

[mattsteg]

Doublesteps.com sells climbing rated very compact biners at a similar price point. They are smaller than the black diamonds and fusions I have received with my saddles. And cheaper

There are lots of climbing rated locking biners from reputable companies in the 37-42g range and similar price. Don't cut your margins to 12kn (and who knows what minor-axis loaded) from a nobody company.

 

[EricS]

I’m using metolius bravo locking carabiner. They are cheap, light, and compact. They are also rated to 24kn.

 

[Stevey220]

I’m using metolius bravo locking carabiner. They are cheap, light, and compact. They are also rated to 24kn.

Awesome! These are available in store at the REI here so I'll check them out today.

Thanks all for the feedbacks. The goal I was aiming for here is not cheap but mainly small and compact. I knew the first one was going to be a risk but wanted to get opinions as well to confirm just how much of a risk. Still being new to this, it's a little hard to tell sometimes where the safe boundaries are. Now that some suitable alternatives have been given, hope this post serves as a good resource for other newbs of this specific delima.

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[boyne bowhunter]

I'm using Black Diamond Positrons. They're pretty small, price point around $11 and fully climb rated.

 

[CMR4]

This is what I use....

Amazon.com : Black Diamond Positron Screwgate 3 Pack : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Black Diamond Positron Screwgate 3 Pack : Sports & Outdoors

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[Oldforester]

Black Diamond Positron Screwgate 3 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DWBLZ98/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UcdUDb76S6WCG
I bought and use these. They’re a good product, with all the proper ratings from a well known company, at a reasonable price.