Locking Karabiners
This page contains a selection of locking karabiners we like for trad climbing but for a complete list of krabs, please click here.
DMM
Shadow HMS
The DMM Shadow HMS is a large yet lightweight HMS karabiner, designed for efficient belaying, rigging, and ropework. With a wide, deep basket that easily holds up to three clove hitches (<9.5mm rope) and a short gate for maximum opening, it delivers excellent handling and strength in a compact form. Available in Screwgate and multiple locking gate options, it’s an essential choice for climbers and professionals seeking high performance with low weight.
Beal
Be Lock
The Beal Be Lock is a large HMS carabiner designed for easy use with double (halves and twins) rope systems. The large surface area provides easy control in all weather. The Be Lock is particularly suitable for HMS belays and double rope manoeuvres, such as capstan or half-capstan.
Beal
Be Safe
The Beal Be Safe is a HMS screwlock karabiner that's perfect for use with belay devices as it can accommodate two ropes at once, without the risk of them becoming overlapped in the event of a fall. The reception cradle ensures that the two ropes slide together and does not generate friction on the sides of the carabiner when the rope is braked. This is true whether rappelling or stopping a fall.
DMM
Ceros
The DMM Ceros has been designed to help minimise the risk of cross-loading with its internal wire-gate that will keep the karabiner captive on the belay loop. The wire gate opens onto the belay loop in a single movement, plus the intuitive design ensures it is easy to use and rack - even with one hand. The horn on the spine of the karabiner helps prevent assisted braking devices from jumping onto the spine.