Brand: Petzl
Category: Carabiners
Recommended by Michael Murphy, Rock Climbing Instructor and Business Owner — Philadelphia, PA
Highlights: lightweight, durable
The ATTACHE carabiner by Petzl is a versatile and reliable locking device designed for seamless rope management. Its pear-shaped design and round-stock basket ensure optimal performance, making it an essential tool for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. 1. Locking mechanism provides enhanced security, preventing accidental openings during use. 2. Pear-shaped design allows for efficient rope handling and easy clipping, improving overall usability. 3. Round-stock basket ensures smooth operation with ropes, minimizing wear and tear. 4. Constructed from durable aluminum, offering a lightweight yet robust solution for various activities. 5. Compact size makes it easy to carry and store, fitting comfortably in your gear bag. 6. Available in multiple colors for personalization and easy identification among gear. The ATTACHE carabiner is ideal for climbing, mountaineering, and other outdoor activities where secure rope management is crucial. It performs best in rugged environments, whether on rock faces or during alpine expeditions. Suitable for both novice and experienced climbers, this carabiner excels in scenarios requiring quick and reliable connections, such as belaying or setting up anchors. Its lightweight design makes it a perfect choice for extended trips, ensuring you can carry essential gear without added bulk.
Price: $25.95
- Who it's for
- Climbers who want a single versatile locking carabiner for belay devices, anchors, clove hitches, and münter hitches. Hosts suggest carrying 2–5 depending on whether leading or following.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently call it the best all-around HMS/pear-shaped locker, praising the round stock, light weight, and compatibility with belay devices and hitches. No criticism appears across any of the notes.
- Worth noting
- The red indicator when unlocked is a frequently cited safety feature. Notes are one-sided positive with no durability flags or fit caveats mentioned.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the ATTACHE for?
Climbers who want a single versatile locking carabiner for belay devices, anchors, clove hitches, and münter hitches. Hosts suggest carrying 2–5 depending on whether leading or following.
What do experts say about the ATTACHE?
Hosts consistently call it the best all-around HMS/pear-shaped locker, praising the round stock, light weight, and compatibility with belay devices and hitches. No criticism appears across any of the notes.
What should you know before buying the ATTACHE?
The red indicator when unlocked is a frequently cited safety feature. Notes are one-sided positive with no durability flags or fit caveats mentioned.
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What other hosts are saying
11 experts recommend the Petzl ATTACHE.
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?
Henry Ko, AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor
Extra locking carabiners (x4) for belay devices, anchors, etc.
Recommended in Gym-to-Crag
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
