Omega Pacific FIVE-0 Quickdraw

In general, longer ‘draws are better for wandering face climbs or traditional crack climbs.

For ice climbing, select one of the Five-O series draws for their ease-of-use with gloves.

OP orient the carabiners on all their standard quickdraws with the gates facing opposite each other. They feel that this is the safest method to minimize the possibility of simultaneously loading both carabiners in a gate-open position while leading routes which may wander above and to the left or right of your last placement. Under certain circumstances, it is possible for both gates to open during a fall as the ‘draw is scraped along the rock while it orients iteself below the point of protection. By opposing the carabiners on a draw, you reduce the possibility of simultaneous gate-opening in this manner.