Brand: Petzl
Category: Carabiners
Recommended by Henry Ko, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor — Boston, MA
Highlights: lightweight
The Petzl Attache Carabiner in vibrant yellow is a versatile and compact climbing accessory designed for safety and reliability. Its screw-lock mechanism ensures secure connections, making it an essential tool for climbers and belayers alike. 1. Compact design allows for easy handling and storage without sacrificing strength. 2. Screw-lock locking system provides an extra layer of security, preventing accidental openings. 3. Compatible with various belay devices, including Munter hitch, Petzl Verso, and Petzl Reverso. 4. Constructed from durable aluminum, ensuring lightweight performance without compromising strength. 5. Keylock nose design minimizes snagging, allowing for smooth clipping and unclipping. 6. Bright yellow color enhances visibility, making it easy to locate in any climbing environment. 7. Rated for a high strength of 23 kN, suitable for demanding climbing applications. The Petzl Attache Carabiner is ideal for climbers, mountaineers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a reliable belay tool. It excels in various environments, from indoor climbing gyms to rugged outdoor cliffs, making it perfect for both beginners and experienced climbers. This carabiner is particularly useful in multi-pitch climbs and sport climbing scenarios, where secure connections are paramount. Its lightweight design and bright color also make it a great choice for those looking to enhance their gear visibility and efficiency during climbs.
Price: $25.95
- Who it's for
- Climbers who want one locking carabiner that handles belaying, rappelling, clove hitches, münter hitches, and self-rescue without switching gear. Hosts recommend carrying 2–5 for a full rack, especially for leading.
- What people are saying
- Notes are unanimously positive — hosts call it the best all-around HMS/pear-shaped locker and their default pairing for both tube-style and assisted-braking belay devices. No criticism appears across any of the nine notes.
- Worth noting
- Standout features cited: round stock at the top for smooth rope movement, a red indicator when unlocked, and light weight. Notes are one-sided in praise, so no counterpoint exists to report.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Petzl Attache Carabiner for?
Climbers who want one locking carabiner that handles belaying, rappelling, clove hitches, münter hitches, and self-rescue without switching gear. Hosts recommend carrying 2–5 for a full rack, especially for leading.
What do experts say about the Petzl Attache Carabiner?
Notes are unanimously positive — hosts call it the best all-around HMS/pear-shaped locker and their default pairing for both tube-style and assisted-braking belay devices. No criticism appears across any of the nine notes.
What should you know before buying the Petzl Attache Carabiner?
Standout features cited: round stock at the top for smooth rope movement, a red indicator when unlocked, and light weight. Notes are one-sided in praise, so no counterpoint exists to report.
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What other hosts are saying
10 experts recommend the Petzl Attache Carabiner.
Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
The carabiner I pair with my ATC Guide belay device for rappelling and belaying.
Recommended in Sport Climbing
Ben Lim, AMGA Certified Rock Guide, Assistant Ski Guide, Apprentice Alpine Guide
Two locking carabiners is sufficient when climbing as a guest with us. But 5 total lockers is useful if you want to get on the sharp end.
Recommended in Rock Climbing Essentials
The pear-shaped carabiner is my prefered carabiner for clove hitches, which is my primary tool for connecting myself to an anchor. I always bring four of these with me. I use one on my tube-style belay device, one on my assisted breaking device, I use one to secure myself via clove hitch, and the fourth one is for use in the event of self-rescue. Pear-shaped carabiners work great with the munter hitch. The Petzl Attache is my favorite Pear-shaped carabiner. The features that stand out for me is the red indicator when the carabiner is not locked, the round stock on top for the rope to run over, and the light weight design.
Recommended in Multipitch
John Willard, Founder & Lead Guide @ Willard Mountain Guides
These are not only lightweight but stylish! They work extremely well and are worth a few extra bucks per locker. These are the gold standard of carabiners and my go-tos.
Recommended in Rock Climbing
The do-it-all carabiner. I carry around 5 of these with me on route (2 for my ATC, 1 on my GriGri, 2 for misc. use).
Recommended in What's in Cal's Gunks bag?
The best light, do everything HMS shaped carabiner. Buy once, cry once, it'll do anything you need.
Recommended in Rock
Brent Smith, AMGA Rock Guide and Apprentice Alpine Guide
THE BEST all-around locking carabiner for general rope work.
Recommended in Trad Climbing
If you buy one carabiner, buy this one. HMS shaped so it has room for clove hitches and münter hitches, small, and round stock where you want it.
Recommended in Rock Climbing
Andy Scott, Owner/Lead Guide at Small Cliffs Guiding
These carabiners rock. My rack is a mix of these and the Rochas, and I love the versatility of both of them.
Recommended in My First List
