William Biners Answer Many Needs ...

By Dan Reinhart Ranked #387 - Carabiners, Quickdraws, and Belay Devices November 28, 2008

I've used both the Triact and the Screwgate versions of this carabiner.

After a lot of analysis of top-rope safety issues, I've adopted a practice of using a pair of Triact Williams for TR master points. Too many times, beiners get flipped around on top-rope, especially when climbers are topping out. With the Triact William, I don't have to worry about gate direction and the issue of it unscrewing over time. It's a virtual impossibility to hit the right combination of scrapes and loads to permit the gate to open. It's the safest master point I can come up with using standard gear.

For trad, I use the Screwgate Williams for my main anchor masterpoints. The extra clipping space is very welcome, and the key nose is a great feature because I never have to fight with the biner snagging a cordelette or a wire.

The fit and finish is also impressive ... it's a first rate piece of gear.

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