Brand: Camp
Category: Carabiners
Recommended by John Willard, Founder & Lead Guide @ Willard Mountain Guides — Conway, NH
Highlights: lightweight, durable
The C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner in Blue is engineered for performance and durability, offering climbers one of the lightest options available without compromising safety. Its innovative design enhances protection against accidental openings, making it an essential tool for both seasoned adventurers and casual users. 1. Ultra-lightweight construction, weighing only 30 grams, ideal for minimizing gear load. 2. Straight gate design for easy clipping and unclipping, enhancing efficiency during climbs. 3. Updated gate protection system to prevent damage and accidental openings, ensuring reliability. 4. Made from high-strength aluminum, providing excellent durability and resistance to wear. 5. Sleek, ergonomic shape for a comfortable grip, facilitating quick handling in critical situations. 6. Bright blue color for easy visibility, making it simple to locate in various environments. 7. Suitable for a wide range of climbing applications, from sport climbing to alpine expeditions. The C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner is perfect for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a lightweight, reliable carabiner for their gear. It excels in environments such as rock climbing, mountaineering, and sport climbing, where safety and efficiency are paramount. Ideal for both beginners and experienced climbers, this carabiner performs exceptionally well in various conditions, including summer climbs and winter ascents, ensuring you have the right tool for every adventure.
Price: $8.95
- Who it's for
- Climbers who want a lightweight, full-size non-locking carabiner for general racking, alpine draws, quickdraws, anchor building, or clipping slings and accessories to a harness. Its low price makes it a preferred choice for gear that may be left behind on a bail.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the large basket, light weight, ease of operation with or without gloves, and relatively low cost. The one repeated caveat is a snagging nose — one host recommends stepping up to the Camp Dyon for a keylock nose at minimal weight penalty.
- Worth noting
- The non-keylock nose is the only flagged durability/usability concern, specifically snagging on things during use. Multiple colors are available, which hosts use to color-code gear.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner for?
Climbers who want a lightweight, full-size non-locking carabiner for general racking, alpine draws, quickdraws, anchor building, or clipping slings and accessories to a harness. Its low price makes it a preferred choice for gear that may be left behind on a bail.
What do experts say about the C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner?
Hosts consistently praise the large basket, light weight, ease of operation with or without gloves, and relatively low cost. The one repeated caveat is a snagging nose — one host recommends stepping up to the Camp Dyon for a keylock nose at minimal weight penalty.
What should you know before buying the C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner?
The non-keylock nose is the only flagged durability/usability concern, specifically snagging on things during use. Multiple colors are available, which hosts use to color-code gear.
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What other hosts are saying
6 experts recommend the Camp C.A.M.P. Photon Wire Straight Gate Carabiner.
Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
My Microtraxion lives on this carabiner for easy deployment, and I also use these to wear my 120cm slings cross-body for quick access.
Recommended in Trad/Multi-Pitch Climbing
I use these caabiners to rack all my anchors and "other" accessories. I also bring 2 extra to use for building anchors. These are the carabiners I use to bail off. I like them because they handle great, are light, and relatively inexpensive.
Recommended in Trad Gear
Chris Johnson, Apprentice Climbing Guide, Professional Ski Patroller
I've been using the Camp Photon wiregates on my alpine draws for years. They have a big basket, but are still quite light. Only downside is the nose can get snagged on things. If you want to spend a bit more, check out the Camp Dyon. Keylock nose with a minimal weight penalty, but still a large basket.
Recommended in Trad Climbing Gear
Philip Burnett, Weber State University Rental Manager
Also a fantastic option for rope side work. Great on alpine draws, quick draws, or for racking cams. Definitely my main go-to carabiner.
Recommended in Winter Alpine Climbing
Brent Smith, AMGA Rock Guide and Apprentice Alpine Guide
Great all-around non-locker that balances price with function. All colors available for a variety of needs, including racking cams, holding anchor material, etc.
Recommended in Trad Climbing
