Black Diamond Oval

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The Oval is a non-locking carabiner made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Campmor:
"A new variation of the classic oval carabiner. A wire gate and small changes in shape allow for lighter weight, and increased strength. The wire gate resists freezing in cold and icy conditions. This is a great all around carabiner which excels in big wall climbing, and for racking lots of gear. Weight: 1.6 oz. Strengths: Gate Closed: 23 kn Gate Open: 7 kn Minor Axis: 7 kn"

From Backcountry.com:
"Big wall climbers, stop looking at those anodized new-fangled 'biners and pick up the time-tested Black Diamond Oval Carabiner. The Oval Carabiner's rounded design eliminates 'biner shift on aid placements and is ideal for racking gear on both trad routes and aid climbs. The Black Diamond Oval has remained unchanged for years. After all, why would you mess with something so simple and functional?"

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The Black Diamond Oval : Big wall vets swear by Black Diamond Ovals since their smooth, uniform shape reduces carabiner shift. Utilizing a classic gate and nose interface, Ovals will also hold a fat rack of iron, stacks of nuts and tons of slings. Specifications: Weight: 62 g, 2.2 oz Closed Gate Strength: 18 kN, 4046 lbf Open Gate Strength: 6 kN, 1349 lbf Minor Axis Strength: 7 kN, 1574 lbf Gate Opening: 18 mm, 0.71 in"

From Moosejaw:
"Black Diamond Oval Carabiner (Fall 2009) The Oval Carabiner by Black Diamond is our tried-and-true classic. Symmetrical design resists etrier shift on big walls and is ideal for reversed-gate biner pairing. Good for use as a carabiner brake and for racking nuts and iron.Features:Weight: 62 g (2.2 oz)Strength:Closed Gate: 18 kN (4046 lbf)Open Gate: 6 kN (1349 lbf)Minor Axis: 7 kN (1574 lbf)"

User Reviews

Oval
Reviewed by Bill S, Aug 15, 2007

"What can I say? The BD Oval is the standard all-around carabiner. I have had them in my rack for decades, like every other climber. I have a few other ovals, but I have pretty much relegated them to gear carriers, while the BD ovals are the workhorses."

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