The Black Diamond MiniWire carabiner is perfect for the alpinist or trad climber where every gram matters. For the long approaches and long routes it's the go-to.
Black Diamond's goal with the MiniWire was to make a small and lightweight carabiner, so this is probably not going to be your sport climbing carabiner due to it's small profile. Weighing only 23 grams, which is 5g lighter than the previous BD Oz, this biner is perfect for those big walk ins where you need to conserve energy in every place possible for the long route up ahead.
Ideal to rack cams with for easy identification due to Black Diamond's colour system. They've really gone to town with new colours this year, black wires "Just because they look cool" with some trendy additions like Pink and Mint to spice up your rack.
Based upon the BD Hotwire which first came to the market in 1997, the Miniwire features the hot-forged construction which allows Black Diamond to remove weight where it’s not needed and add material where durability is key.
Specifications:- Gate Clearance mm: 21
- Gate Closed kN: 20
- Gate Open kN: 7
- Keylock: No
- Minor Axis kN: 7
- Width Widest mm: 52
- Length mm: 84
- Material: Alloy
- Weight: 23g
Buyers Guide - How to choose a carabinerKrabs, Clips, Biners, Connectors …… there are so many names AND there are so many styles – just look at the climbing gear walls in our shops and you’ll see rows and rows of gorgeous shiny karabiners all vying for your climbing pleasure.
An essential piece of kit for all climbers and mountaineers, the humble carabiner has come a long way since the heavy steel oval links used by Joe Brown and his peers with different styles, shapes and strengths for the different roles they perform within a climber’s system. Once you understand the differences, you’ll need to think about the type of climbing you do before choosing which one is right for you. Still not sure? We always have experienced climbers on our staff team who will be more than happy to show you our krabs and discuss how you can add to your collection……
- What are the parts of a carabiner?
- What design features should I look out for?
- Why are there so many different types of carabiners for climbing?
- Lighter is better – right?
- Is the colour of my carabiner important?
- How do I check and maintain my carabiners?
- Can I recycle my carabiners?
Top tips to make the right choice:If you are planning to use your carabiners in winter conditions or at high altitudes – try them with your gloves.
Check out the ergonomics of a carabiner – how does it fit in your hand? Can you operate it one-handed? Multiple times?
If you run out of screwgates, sometimes you can use two normal krabs with the gates opposed instead.
Your carabiners should be stored out of direct sunlight or heat, in a well-ventilated space. Don’t store your carabiners in the boot of your car.