Climbing hardware for bolting routes.

Hi all, 

I'm looking to purchase some fixed gear to donate to a local climbing scene. Stuff like bolts, rings, etc. Hardware has to be stainless steel (Lasts the longest?). Information on the climate: Hot (Up to 45C-50C) and exposed to the sun for most of the year with monsoon rain in between. The hardware will probably not get replaced for a very long time. 

Would really appreciate some recommendations, especially if I can get them cheap from somewhere :-) 

Ask the climbers who will be installing the hardware. They should know what is best for the area and the type of rock. They may also have a wholesale account, or know where to get the best prices. In general, 316 stainless steel is better than 304 SS. Some coastal areas require titanium glue-in bolts.

ClimbBajawrote:

Ask the climbers who will be installing the hardware. They should know what is best for the area and the type of rock. They may also have a wholesale account, or know where to get the best prices. In general, 316 stainless steel is better than 304 SS. Some coastal areas require titanium glue-in bolts.

It's not coastal here. It's arid weather and hard limestone. No wholesale accounts or anything of the sort here. It's actually almost impossible to get reputable climbing gear in the country so that's actually the biggest reason I want to donate some (purchase in the states and bring it over). 

I just read your post from a year ago. So, there may not be a local climber with the knowledge and tools, or with availability of hardware in that country. A suggestion is to find out if the locals have a battery powered "SDS rotary hammer drill" (not the same thing as a hammer drill). SDS refers to the shank of the bit. If the locals don't have one, and are drilling by hand, that would be a very welcome contribution (1 minute to drill the hole vs. 30-45 minutes by hand). Bosch is a quality brand and may have better product support around the world. SDS bits will be needed, but those are to be purchased after the bolts are selected (inches vs. mm size). The tool usually comes in a kit with charger and a small capacity (in amp hours) battery. Get the kit with a larger battery and/or purchase an additional high capacity battery.

If you are purchasing a large quantity of hardware, Contact Fixe USA, state your (not for profit) cause, and ask for a wholesale account. fixehardware.com/index.php/

+1 for Fixe.  Good people to work with.  

ClimbBajawrote:

I just read your post from a year ago. So, there may not be a local climber with the knowledge and tools, or with availability of hardware in that country. A suggestion is to find out if the locals have a battery powered "SDS rotary hammer drill" (not the same thing as a hammer drill). SDS refers to the shank of the bit. If the locals don't have one, and are drilling by hand, that would be a very welcome contribution (1 minute to drill the hole vs. 30-45 minutes by hand). Bosch is a quality brand and may have better product support around the world. SDS bits will be needed, but those are to be purchased after the bolts are selected (inches vs. mm size). The tool usually comes in a kit with charger and a small capacity (in amp hours) battery. Get the kit with a larger battery and/or purchase an additional high capacity battery.

If you are purchasing a large quantity of hardware, Contact Fixe USA, state your (not for profit) cause, and ask for a wholesale account. fixehardware.com/index.php/

Thanks for the reply. Actually, since then, I connected with a local who has access to a drill and has knowledge on utilizing skills to bolt. Another visiting climber taught him and left certain gear with included a drill with him. 

Thanks so much for your the resources too.