FS Mini II Carabiner

The FS Mini II exists to solve a single, irritating problem: the sheer weight and clutter of a double trad rack. Sized down to the practical limit of usability, this micro wiregate is intended primarily as a racking carabiner rather than a primary clipping biner. By shaving excess aluminum off the spine and basket, it cuts individual unit weight to roughly 23 grams while retaining standard, certified climbing strength across the major axis.

In hand, the hot-forged construction feels solid, but the reduced dimensions demand immediate respect. The wiregate is crisp with reliable spring tension, yet the gate opening is noticeably tighter than on full-size alternatives. Clipping cam loops on your harness is seamless, but if you have large hands or find yourself climbing in cold temperatures with numb fingers, the tiny working area provides little margin for error.

Do not buy this carabiner expecting a comfortable rope-end clip on a pumped-out sport pitch. In comparison to slightly larger compact options like the Black Diamond MiniWire or Camp Nano 22, the basket is compact enough to feel cramped when hosting thick ropes or multiple sling strands. As a dedicated racking tool for cams, passive pro, and alpine kits where every saved ounce compounds over thousands of vertical feet, it remains one of the most efficient options on the wall.