

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Beal Express Screw Gate is one of those ‘set it and forget it’ pieces of gear. The internal clip keeps the carabiner perfectly aligned on my belay loop, so I never worry about cross-loading. It’s simple, secure, and works perfectly with all my belay devices.” We trust the Beal Express Screw Gate Belay Carabiner to make every belay smoother and safer. Designed with an internal snap gate that clips to your harness belay loop, this carabiner stays perfectly oriented during use, dramatically reducing the risk of cross-loading. Its unidirectional screw lock adds manual control and confidence for every belay setup, while the compact aluminum body keeps weight low without sacrificing strength. Built for use with belay plates and rope-handling systems, the Express delivers the stability and control that climbers demand when lowering or catching partners. Whether we’re managing top ropes at the gym or guiding multipitch routes, this carabiner combines dependable locking security with smart, ergonomic design.
Price: $21.50 from Backcountry
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What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Beal Express Screw Gate is one of those ‘set it and forget it’ pieces of gear. The internal clip keeps the carabiner perfectly aligned on my belay loop, so I never worry about cross-loading. It’s simple,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Beal Express Screw Gate is one of those ‘set it and forget it’ pieces of gear. The internal clip keeps the carabiner perfectly aligned on my belay loop, so I never worry about cross-loading. It’s simple,...
What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: “The Be Lock HMS Screw Gate is my go-to belay carabiner when I want total control. It’s got a generous curve for Munter hitches and smooth rope handling even with double ropes. The Keylock nose is clutch—it...