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I like it, but beware the lock mechanism

By climbing fool

from Albuquerque, NM on 03/27/2008

Pros:

Completely snagless nose, Great clipper, Great design, LIGHT, Snappy gate

Cons:

Scary lock

Best Uses:

Anchors, Clipping first bolt

Describe Yourself:

Avid Climber

Bottom Line:

Comments:

I'd give this 5 stars, but for one thing: when the collar is fully locked, a 1/2 - 3/4 twist will unlock it. This seems like a thin safety margin, but I might change my mind. This might be an advantage on a sport draw. We'll see! Same mass as Petzl Spirit, better nose design, great price, finely constructed. If only I could trust it to remain locked...if you buy this, watch that gate!

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Pretty Good

By Darris of Cincinnati

from Las Vegas, Nevada on 03/24/2008

Pros:

Attractive, Durable, Simple, Top Quality

Cons:

Scraches easily

Best Uses:

Indoor, Sprint Climbs

Describe Yourself:

Getting Started

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments:

To be honest, I use the Simond Spider Screw Gate Carabiner as a key chain holder. It attaches to my belt loops or backpack. I used to use cheap non-bearing ones but they start to wear out and look terrible fast. The above Simond Carabiner has been great. I think it will work well for climbing but I have not tested it in that way. I climb very little. The only con I know of is every day use seems to ding and scrach the finish a little. For 10 to 15 dollars this is an acceptible con. Note: Although this "screw gate" Carabiner works the Simond "straight gate" would be better for a key chain holder; which I have on order.

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My use of The Simond Spider Carabiner.