In reply to Dave B:
Of course on UKC, 7 different people, 7 different suggestions.
I can see your point about reliability of Z-lok. I guess its the convenience and having 2 for the price that is appealing (if one fails, the other should hopefully work). And also Tehmarks point about them doubling up for strapping duties. Though... what does one do with the strapped items when the lock is in use? 🤔
I've heard bad things about the combo version indeed, with the drifting, and would stay well clear of it.
The more I look into this online, the more I actually lean to the Ottolok. Obviously more expensive, but I suppose small fry compared to bike and gear. But I like that it seems very strong against leatherman type pliers/wire cutters which I would guess are tools that folk might have on their person casually. Wraps up small and has a seemingly reliable combo. Would really like feedback on that one but so far no UKC folk seem to use it.