Brand: Black Diamond

Category: Climbing Anchors & Rigging Components

Recommended by Mason Henke, Mountain Guide — California, Wisconsin, Minnesota

Highlights: comfortable, budget friendly, double length

The 18mm Nylon Runners by Black Diamond are essential climbing accessories designed for versatility and reliability. Perfect for building anchors and extending placements, these runners combine durability with user-friendly features for climbers of all skill levels. 1. Constructed from high-strength nylon for exceptional durability and resistance to wear. 2. Color-coded sizes for quick identification, ensuring efficient organization on your harness. 3. Sewn design enhances safety and reliability during climbing activities. 4. Lightweight construction minimizes added weight while maximizing functionality. 5. Versatile use for various climbing scenarios, including sport, trad, and alpine routes. 6. Each runner is 18mm wide, providing a stable and secure attachment point. 7. Designed to withstand harsh outdoor conditions, making them ideal for all-season climbing. The 18mm Nylon Runners are primarily intended for climbers looking to enhance their gear setup for various climbing activities. They excel in environments ranging from rocky terrains to alpine routes, making them suitable for both novice and experienced climbers. Ideal for building anchors, slinging natural features, and extending placements, these runners are perfect for outdoor adventures year-round, ensuring safety and reliability in every climb.

Price: $9.95

Who it's for: Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.
What people are saying: Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.
Worth noting: Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

Mason Henke's review

Cheap and bulky but still just as strong. The nylon slings are a great place to start they are a little more dynamic than other slings. Double length for PAS Triple and Quad for Anchors and rescue

Recommended by Mason Henke, Mountain Guide

Frequently asked questions

Who is the 120 Cm Double Length Sling for?

Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.

What do experts say about the 120 Cm Double Length Sling?

Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.

What should you know before buying the 120 Cm Double Length Sling?

Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

What does Mason Henke say about the 120 Cm Double Length Sling?

Cheap and bulky but still just as strong. The nylon slings are a great place to start they are a little more dynamic than other slings. Double length for PAS Triple and Quad for Anchors and rescue

Why does Mason Henke recommend Black Diamond?

Mason Henke recommends the Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling for climbing anchors & rigging components. Cheap and bulky but still just as strong. The nylon slings are a great place to start they are a little more dynamic than other slings. Double length for PAS Triple and Quad for Anchors and rescue

Is the 120 Cm Double Length Sling a good climbing anchors & rigging component?

Yes — Mason Henke recommends the 120 Cm Double Length Sling by Black Diamond as their climbing anchors & rigging components pick. Cheap and bulky but still just as strong. The nylon slings are a great place to start they are a little more dynamic than other slings. Double length for PAS Triple and Quad for Anchors and rescue

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120 Cm Double Length Sling by Black Diamond — recommended by Mason Henke

Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling

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Who it's for: Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.
Worth noting: Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling

Who it's for: Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.
Worth noting: Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Mason

What other hosts are saying

5 experts recommend the Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling.

Dan Morley, Rock Climbing Guide

For attaching directly to static rope for personal fall protection while working at the edge. I recommend the 120 cm length.

Recommended in Top Rope Anchor Gear

Henry Ko, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor

Versatile and inexpensive sling for a variety of applications - pickoff, rappel extension, tether, etc.

Recommended in AMGA Single Pitch Instructor Gear

Owen Duda, Climber, Guide, Craftsman, Writer

Everybody needs a double length sling. It is a multifaceted piece of gear.

Recommended in Starter Rock Package

Michael Murphy, Rock Climbing Instructor and Business Owner

This is the most widely available double-length sling. It's cheap and works fine enough. I also don't mind if it takes a beating.

Recommended in Guide Kit

Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling

Purchasing through this link directly supports Mason

Who it's for: Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.
Worth noting: Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

Black Diamond 120 Cm Double Length Sling

Who it's for: Climbers and rope-access workers who need a basic, affordable double-length sling for anchors, rappel extensions, tethers, pickoffs, or edge work. Beginners are a natural fit given the low cost and forgiving nylon construction.
What other hosts are saying: Hosts consistently call it cheap, versatile, and capable across a wide range of applications. The main caveat is bulk — nylon is thicker than alternatives — but its slight dynamic stretch is seen as a plus over stiffer materials.
Worth noting: Nylon construction makes it more dynamic than Dyneema/Spectra slings, which some hosts prefer for shock absorption. Hosts treat it as expendable gear, comfortable letting it take hard use.

Purchasing through this link directly supports Mason