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Reviews by shimanilami (11)
Camalot C3 (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 4.38/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Protection: Active
Almost great
Review by: shimanilami, 2006-11-13
I finally had a chance to use the C3's in "real life" this weekend. My friend had the 0, 1 and 2 sizes and we climbed in the Valley.
Everything that others have said is true. They are beautifully made, have a great feel, are super narrow, etc. I was particularly impressed by the springs. Each cam is really positive when placed. They felt really secure. I would love to try the 000 and 00 for aid. I'm sure they'd fit into placements where no other cam could.
The one downfall I could find is that the little metal things coming from the axle are pretty long. On sharp, shallow, horizontal placements, those things could get bent. (I didn't fall on one of these placements, but it seemed like and obvious point of weakness.)
Another problem I have is that the 0, 1, and 2 are the same size as my blue, green and yellow aliens, which I will never give up in a thousand years. Throw in the high $$$ ... I'll leave it to the rich new guy to supply this rack.
Everything that others have said is true. They are beautifully made, have a great feel, are super narrow, etc. I was particularly impressed by the springs. Each cam is really positive when placed. They felt really secure. I would love to try the 000 and 00 for aid. I'm sure they'd fit into placements where no other cam could.
The one downfall I could find is that the little metal things coming from the axle are pretty long. On sharp, shallow, horizontal placements, those things could get bent. (I didn't fall on one of these placements, but it seemed like and obvious point of weakness.)
Another problem I have is that the 0, 1, and 2 are the same size as my blue, green and yellow aliens, which I will never give up in a thousand years. Throw in the high $$$ ... I'll leave it to the rich new guy to supply this rack.
