Cams?

[Paul]

So when I get into a sport I really enjoy, I tend to go all out, mainly because I don't want to be SOL when not having the proper or adequate gear for a particular climb. I had a good time at Square Nail this past weekend on some new (to us) routes. I read a lot and feel that I have chosen my gear wisely as my buddy, my high school English teacher who taught me how to climb, commented on it as well. Him Seeing how equipped I am, as well as my knowledge of my gear and the sport, has motivated him to get out and climb more.

So I have seen the advantages of cams and want to get some opinions before I drop some cash. I'm not trying to rush into things, such as taking on leads that are over my head, I'm stepping up my game the more I progress in my climbing abilities. The purchase may not be soon, but it will give me a head start and knowing the right questions to ask when getting opinions.

Thanks!

[Quick Draw McGraw]

black diamond camalots are the best i have ever used, and they are extremly easy to place for beginners (just me i should know)

[Paul]

I went with a full set of the Wild Country Tech Friends, sizes 00-4, 12 cams, for $575 to my door via Backcountry.com. I've had them since before New Years and I love them.

I like BD stuff, but I think they tend to be overrated sometimes. Just me tho.

[skully]

I totally agree with you,Paul.....Wild Country makes Kick Ass gear.
BD can be pretty "K-Marty" sometimes. The Only cams I've ever had to fix, enroute, were camalots.
Done it a couple times now. Cheap trigger wires.

[Paul]

People wrote reviews on the Tech Friends that the springs were a little too strong. Are you kidding me?? I like the extra spring tension! A little more peace of mind, IMO. WC has been around for a long time and have a good reputation from what I've seen. I have the WC Oxygen lockers and they're really smooth, strong, and cheap too. Most people get BD stuff and that's cool because it's easier to sort gear after wards.

Skully, you still big wall climbing?