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The OCUN Kestrel is a fully rated, ultralight wire gate karabiner weighing just 25g, making it ideal for trad and alpine climbing where minimal weight is critical. Its wire gate prevents gate flutter and freezing, while its optimized design delivers 23 kN of major axis strength in a compact profile. Perfect for racking, slings, or emergency use, the Kestrel is certified to UIAA and EN standards and comes in colours matching cam sizes for seamless gear organization.

The OCUN Kestrel is an ultralight wire gate karabiner engineered for weight-conscious climbers tackling trad, multi-pitch, and alpine routes. Weighing only 25 grams, the Kestrel is one of the lightest fully-rated karabiners on the market, ideal for gear racking, sling extensions, or as a backup quickdraw in demanding terrains. Despite its featherweight build, it boasts a major axis strength of 23 kN, with a carefully optimized profile that maintains durability and reliability under load. Its wire gate reduces gate flutter and prevents freezing in cold or snowy alpine environments, making it a trusted companion in variable conditions. The compact size (81 x 49 mm) fits easily on harness loops or gear slings, and colour-coded options match cam sizes for intuitive organization. Fully certified to EN 12275 and UIAA 121, the OCUN Kestrel delivers premium performance without the bulk.

Features:
Ultralight Design: Just 25g, perfect for alpine and multi-pitch climbs
Wire Gate Closure: Minimizes gate flutter and won’t freeze in icy conditions
Fully Rated: Strong enough (23 kN) for use as a backup karabiner or on draws
Optimized Profile: Compact yet solid with minimal weight sacrifice
Colour Options: Coordinate easily with cams or gear systems
Certified Safe: Meets UIAA 121 & EN 12275 climbing standards

Specifications:
Weight: 25 g
Dimensions: 81 mm x 49 mm
Gate Opening: 20 mm
Major Axis Strength: 23 kN
Minor Axis Strength: 8 kN
Open Gate Strength: 7 kN
Closure Type: Wire Gate
Standards: EN 12275, UIAA 121
Use: Trad climbing, Alpine climbing, Gear racking

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