That's quality "Made in Austria"
We start in the here and now - as a fully established company that can look back on a very positive development. The company is based in Fulpmes in the Stubai Valley between the local mountains Serles, Elfer and the Kalkkögeln. Their speciality is tinkering and testing with the highest possible safety standards for mountain sports. In which they focus on research and development with innovative technical products.
And with success: the new FISH Autotuber is the first Autotuber for single ropes with an additional release lever, the OVALOCK and FIFTY:FIFTY carabiners have a completely new approach in terms of locking mechanisms and the patented COBRA® Quick Release is considered the strongest and safest buckle on the market.
About 100 employees currently work around AUSTRIALPIN and the production units in Fulpmes, bringing not only know-how but also a good deal of passion. They concentrate fully on important developments - from the idea to implementation to market launch, they take plenty of time for that.
Thus, mature products are presented that have already been extensively tested in the test laboratory and under real conditions as well as having passed the rigorous external checks by test houses.
We focus on healthy growth and for 25 years on our core competence: metalworking. This is firmly established on Tyrolean soil and should remain so. With this location, we achieve the highest quality standards, secure local jobs, forgo long delivery routes, promote sustainability and are fans of Austria's high environmental standards.
HMS RONDO ID 3-way autolock
€16.50*
Color:
Azure
The HMS RONDO ID is a 3-way autolock carabiner; to open: lift, turn and push.
The HMS RONDO thus fulfils all requirements in terms of easy handling and tangible safety. The rounded cross-section on the upper leg prevents edge shaping due to rope friction and also supports smooth rope guidance.
HMS RONDO ID Slide-Autolock
€21.00*
The HMS RONDO ID Slide-Autolock carabiner meets all requirements in terms of easy handling and tangible security.In this version, the HMS RONDO comes with the fastest carabiner fastener in the world - the Slide Autolock!With the Slide Autolock, there is no more fiddling with screws or turning to unlock! The Slide-Autolock can be opened comfortably by applying targeted pressure with a finger on the embedded brass slider. When the latch is released, it locks automatically. The lowered positioning of the push button prevents unintentional opening. Users looking for an easy-to-use but secure carabiner will particularly appreciate this latch.The rounded cross-section on the upper leg of the HMS RONDO prevents edge friction and also supports smooth rope routing.The HMS RONDO Slide Autolock is coated with Hard Coat. This special anodisation has a very high robustness due to its double thickness and higher base hardness and therefore a very long service life - perfect for continuous use.Another special feature of the HMS RONDO ID Slide Autolock is the individual numbering [ID].
HMS RONDO screw closure
€12.50*
The HMS RONDO with screw closure meets all requirements for easy handling and tangible safety. The rounded cross-section on the upper leg prevents the formation of edges as a result of rope friction and also supports smooth rope guidance.
Due to the special milling in the thread, the fastener cleans itself.
HMS RONDO screw closure with brass ring
€11.50*
Color:
Yellow
The HMS RONDO with screw closure and brass ring meets all requirements for easy handling and tangible safety. The round cross-section on the upper leg prevents the formation of edges as a result of rope friction and also supports smooth rope guidance.
Due to the special milling in the thread, the shackle cleans itself.
HMS RONDO Slide-Autolock
€16.50*
Color:
Purple
The HMS RONDO Slide-Autolock meets all requirements in terms of easy handling and tangible security.In this version, the HMS RONDO comes with the fastest carabiner latch in the world - the Slide Autolock!With the Slide Autolock, there is no more fiddling with screws or turning to unlock! The Slide-Autolock can be opened comfortably by applying targeted pressure with a finger on the embedded brass slide. When the latch is released, it locks automatically. The lowered positioning of the push button prevents unintentional opening. Users looking for an easy-to-use but secure carabiner will particularly appreciate this latch.The rounded cross-section on the upper leg of the HMS RONDO prevents edge friction and also supports smooth rope routing.
Good care for long and safe use.
Some valuable care tips for your AUSTRIALPIN product.
Who doesn't know the good old stuff? How come it has been in use for so long? Not just because of the quality, no, there is much more to it than that: Care and proper storage. If you want to keep your stuff for a long time, you have to take good care of it. We show you how.
Carabiner
- Clean heavily soiled carabiners with clean water, cloth and/or soft brush.
- Never expose to strong heat to dry, air dry.
- Metal on metal always needs a lubricant, otherwise it will "creak and squeak". For carabiners, use a dry lubricant rather than oil, as commercially available oil attracts dust and dirt particles. It is best to apply the lubricant in all cavities of the open and closed carabiner. Particularly important: After use in or near the sea (high salt concentration in the air or water), the carabiners must be cleaned immediately, as salt may corrode the metal.
Express Slings
A test in a reputable magazine showed that express slings should be replaced about every five years if used frequently or every seven to ten years if used less frequently. You can usually tell by looking at a sling whether it is still usable, according to Peter Manhartsberger, Product Manager of AUSTRIALPIN:
If the seams are worn out or the sling is torn, it should be replaced immediately. Be careful with project slings! Exposure to sunlight and weather conditions can make them brittle internally and therefore life-threatening, but this is not necessarily visible on the outside. Think about it and decide for yourself where, how and what you clamp.
Ice climbing materials
After each use, the ice climbing materials and especially the blades must be subjected to a careful visual examination: If you find even the smallest unreliable spot or even a crack, you will have to replace it. Every knife will break at some point, the only question is: when? In most cases, you can tell the time before it happens during use.
When changing blades and hammers and after frequent use, the bolts must be retightened, otherwise the thread will knock itself out. The blade is then exposed to many times its normal forces with each stroke - resulting in an increased risk of breakage.
Here are a few sharpening tips from AustriAlpin user pro ice climber Benni Purner:
Ice climbing equipment should in principle only be sharpened by hand, never by machine. Personally, I use a mill saw file for this. It is best to clamp the plectrum in a vice so that you always have the same angles. Always file towards the tip. As a final tip: file sharply, but not too sharply - otherwise the blade becomes too thin and will quickly become blunt again.
Crampons
The crampons are an important element between yourself and the ice. To find the best crampon foot, bring your own mountain boots when you buy them.
Crampons for steep ice (SKYSTEEP, SKYCLIMB and TYROL P12) should be sharpened regularly to ensure a good grip on steep, frozen terrain.
Again, after each use, check thoroughly for cracks and, if necessary, replace or retighten the screws. To avoid rust formation, the crampons should always be packed in a dry and clean place.
The complete collection of AustriAlpin.
You can see it on the right, we can deliver all products on special order.
Please contact us by e-mail to discuss the additional conditions and to place your order afterwards.