Black Diamond Equipment Gear Myths: Slings vs Gear Loops

Are gear loops on your harness superior to the old-school gear slings?  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 

Is there a reason why gear slings have seemingly gone the way of the tri-cam? Are the sleek, pressure-molded gear loops on your harness truly superior? Or is there a time and place for both in today’s modern climbing world? In this Gear Myths, we examine the slow demise of a once crucial piece of climbing equipment, and search for the pros and cons of both racking methods. Will the sling prevail?  

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