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Reviews by wizard (4)
Ultralight Straight Wire Gate Carabiner (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 3.33/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Carabiners: Non-Locking Carabiners: Wire Biners
One of the best biners and the cheapest
Review by: wizard, 2009-07-21
I just received a whole set of these, and I have to say at $6 a piece they are an amazing value. At only 30 grams they are the lightest biner in its size, tied with the Trango SuperFly, which is about the same size. They are larger than most compact biners like the Neutrino, and feel much closer to full size. They have smooth gate action, and didn't notice any problems with the gates in the dozen I got. These have got to be the best wire gates for the money. I think these are one of the best biners out there even without considering the low price.
Ultralight Bent Wire Gate Carabiner (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 3.75/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Carabiners: Non-Locking Carabiners: Wire Biners
Good size yet super light, good quality
Review by: wizard, 2009-07-21
I just received a whole set of these, and I have to say at $6 a piece they are an amazing value. At only 30 grams they are the lightest biner in its size, tied with the Trango SuperFly, which is about the same size. They are larger than most compact biners like the Neutrino, and feel much closer to full size. They have smooth gate action, and didn't notice any problems with the gates in the dozen I got. These have got to be the best wire gates for the money.
Phantom Quickdraw
Average Rating : 5.00/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Carabiners: Quickdraws
The Best Draw in Existence
Review by: wizard, 2009-07-18
These draws are insanely light. I racked up a full set and felt like I had no gear on at all. The difference was astounding. The compact neutrino sized biners are the lightest for the size 26g and still 23kN strong. I know some people don't like compact biners, but I think they just need to be given a chance and you'll never go back. Good gate action and incredible quality. I can't think of a better draw made. Pricey though you can find them for a discount for a full set.
DMM Phantom Carabiner (Manufacturer link)
Average Rating : 5.00/5
In: Gear: Essential Equipment: Carabiners: Non-Locking Carabiners: Wire Biners
The Best Ultralight Biner
Review by: wizard, 2009-06-23
I love these biners. If cost were not object, I would probably just carry these. Only 26 grams. The Nano may be lighter, but this is a larger more usable size with full 23kN strength and even 9kN with the gate open. The Phantom is about the same size as the BD Oz but stronger and lighter. Smooth gate action that is not too stiff, I think this is the ultimate, no-compromise biner. I racked up a full set of my friend's Phantom quickdraws, and it felt like I had no gear on at all. I think once you try these you'll never go back.
