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Anyone got a link for these (especially in the US)? I haven't seen them and after considerable searching, no one seems to carry them here.

Also, anyone have any comments regarding them? I have seen a picture and wonder if there are better alternatives? My experience with several mini-carabiners hasn't been good. They typically stay sprung. However, I'm not real crazy about the ringht-angle edges I see on pics of the Lifeventure models. Edges create additional wear on both the carabiner and whatever locks into it.

Re: Lifeventure mini-karabiners

Lifeventure mini Karabiners

These mini-karabiners are very small about one inch long and come in packs of two. They are not designed for climbing only for use as quick attachments for other items such as Water bottles i.e Sigg, compass or Torches etc to Rucksac attachment points. They are very simple anodised steel rather than the cheap and nasty Chinese Aluminuim ones found attached to mini compasses etc. They are usefull for grouping anything together that has a lanyard etc.

I afraid I have not been able to find any US websites that have them at the moment.

I don't do much with carabiners except to hang things from them off of my belt/pack/life jacket.

I also use "easy Links". They are found in hardware stores, made of galvanized steel, and they are securely closed by screw threads and can be left loose or you can tighten down on them to prohibit them from ever backing off (opening up) of their threads.

"Easy Links" are not a replacement for the carabiner but there are uses where, IMHO, they are superior in the functions that they can be used for.

"Easy Links" come in a large variety of sizes. I'm willing to bet that they will be preferred for some of the roles that people are using the carabiner for, at this time. Please keep in mind, I like carabiners and use them where their functions fit best, just like the "Easy Links".

Probably the best of this class that I've run into is CountyComm's titanium screw link. Pricey for what it is, but it's hard beat Ti for it's mix of properties (non-magnetic, strong, light). Several of the people I've introduced to CC have picked these up, and while the threads feel a little sharper than I'd like, they're covered when the link is closed.

And unlike a snapped link, a screwed link or biner CAN'T open accidently. When it's critical gear, the difference between "can't open" and "shouldn't open" is a big one.

I find Grimloks to be far better than 'biners. Very strong and light, and versatile.

I like the screw links too. Try boating stores. They usually have a wide variety of sizes and quality.

I think This is what you are looking for.
They are small, light and strong.

EoK

http://www.tadgear.com/x-treme%20gear/accessories%20main/ss_spring_clips.htm

might try these too

I love them too, but you got the link wrong...
It is HERE.

You can find them in four packs for that sites bulk(30) price HERE.

I like the fact that they are designed to open if a STRONG force is put on them(for safety reasons).
They are also somewhat self cleaning.

They're also found in the UK, but called Kelly Kettles.

http://www.kellykettle.com/