Black Diamond Hotforge Straight Gate Carabiner
Due to the nature of safety gear, we CANNOT accept returns for safety equipment (this includes carabiners, cord, harnesses, helmets, ropes, etc) if you change your mind or if they do not fit. Should the item you purchased have a defect (subject to assessment) we will offer you a replacement, repair or exchange on this item where:
- The product has faulty workmanship or materials
- Is not fit for its purpose
- Is significantly different from the sample or description
For more information refer to our full returns policy
Description
An improvement on Black Diamond's classic keylock carabiner design, the HotForge is built for smooth clipping on the bolt-side of a quickdraw and features a hot-forged, lightweight construction.
The HotForge Straight Gate Carabiner is a modern take on Black Diamond's classic keylock carabiner. Purpose built for the bolt-side of quickdraws, the HotForge is the most durable bolt-side carabiner we’ve ever built, while its straight gate makes clipping bolts nice and easy. Featuring a hot forged construction—allowing us to remove weight where it’s not needed and add material where durability is key—the HotForge has a deeper basket for better clipping, while the hinge-end basket is flatter to ensure the webbing of quickdraws stays put. A larger rope bearing surface adds durability for the carabiner, while the flats on the gate reduce the likelihood of the gate opening accidentally. Finally, Black Diamond's updated and optimized the nose geometry to allow for efficient clipping and unclipping from bolts.