The Petzl Attache 3D locking carabiner from Petzl is a new version of the classic Petzl Attache carabiner that is 37 percent lighter and about 37 percent more expensive than the original. We found the Attache to be a little smoother for belaying a second in auto-block mode. However, the Attache 3D is better in just about every other category. It excels on alpine climbs where every ounce counts but can be used for any climbing application. While it is not as light as an ultralight biner like the Wild Country Neon, it is much more versatile and excelled in just about every test, becoming the runaway top scorer. At $20 it is also one of the most expensive carabiners (you can buy two Metolius Element carabiners for the same cost as one of these). If we had unlimited funds we would load up on these. But if you are on a budget, it makes more sense to use a few of these as belay biners and maybe a Black Diamond Rocklock for anchors and then a few Black Diamond Quicksilver Screwgate carabiners for everyday use.
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Pros: Light, low friction when belaying from anchor, compact, easy to handle Cons: Expensive, gate barrel can loosen Best Uses: Any type of climbing: alpine, mountaineering, tradition, sport and, big wall
Manufacturer: Petzl
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What is not to like about this locking carabiner? It scored well in every test. It is light yet big enough to hold many knots of climbing rope. It is compact yet still easy to handle due to the featured spine. The key-lock gate is one of the smoothest to operate and has a special design to prevent over-tightening and locking up. It is incredibly smooth to belay with (the regular Petzl Attache only beats it by a hair). Dislikes There are not many dislikes with Petzl Attache 3D other than the price. We did notice that every once in a while the gate barrel/locking sleeve untwisted itself a little while belaying. Not a big deal because it never happened enough for the gate to become unlocked or open. Best Application This is an all around great locking biner for everything. If you don't have a budget, you can buy a bunch of these and they work for just about everything. Value This is one of the most expensive carabiners on the market. But because it scored so high, we feel it's a good value if it becomes your belay carabiner that you use for everything. If you want to load up on other carabiners, I would get some less expensive ones unless you have very deep pockets. Other Versions Petzl Attache — Chris McNamara Compare this product side-by-side to top competitors >
OutdoorGearLab Member ReviewsMost recent review: December 24, 2012
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 The Petzl Attache 3D is 37% lighter than the original Attache. Credit: Petzl.com
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