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Carabiners for Aerial Rigging
Professional carabiners for aerial acrobatics and aerial yoga. A carabiner is a foundational and critical component of any aerial rigging setup, responsible for safely connecting your prop (aerial silks, hammock, hoop, or trapeze) to a ceiling mount, strap, or swivel.
Our selection features exclusively tested carabiners from renowned mountaineering brands, manufactured from high-grade steel and light alloys, equipped with reliable screw-lock and automatic locking mechanisms.
Certified Aerial Carabiners – The Foundation of Safe Rigging
Safety in aerial acrobatics and yoga requires uncompromised quality. Mountaineering carabiners absorb both static loads (user weight) and dynamic forces generated during drops, jumps, and dynamic skills. All connectors in our range satisfy strict height-safety and mountaineering standards, providing complete reliability for every practice session.
Types of Carabiners and Their Uses in Aerial Arts
Selecting the right carabiner depends on your prop and overall rigging system:
- Oval Carabiners: The most versatile and recommended choice for aerial rigging. Their symmetrical shape ensures balanced load distribution across both sides, making them ideal for pairing with figure-eight descenders, swivels, and rigging straps.
- Steel Carabiners: Known for superior strength and high resistance to wear and abrasion. Preferred for permanent installations in studios, fitness clubs, and home rigging points.
- Screw-Lock Carabiners: The classic and most popular locking mechanism, featuring a threaded sleeve to prevent accidental gate opening during use.
How to Choose a Carabiner for Your Prop
Properly matched hardware ensures smooth operation and protects your equipment from improper wear:
- Aerial Silks: An oval carabiner attaches directly to a figure-eight descender. For spinning sequences, a ball-bearing swivel is added to the rigging line.
- Yoga & Aerial Hammocks: Depending on the setup, one carabiner is used for single-point suspension, or two carabiners for dual-point systems and height-adjustable sets.
- Aerial Hoops & Trapezes: Carabiners connect the hoop attachment point or spanset sling to the ceiling mount or structural beam.
Safety & Usage Guidelines
Always inspect your carabiners before every training session - ensure the gate closes smoothly and the body shows no cracks or deep gouges. Carabiners must always be loaded along their major axis (where strength is highest). Never load a carabiner with an open or unlocked gate. Children must always practice under adult supervision.
