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The Best Sellers Of Climbing Harnesses – Guidebook

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The Best Sellers Of Climbing Harnesses – Guidebook

Proper belaying is the most important thing when climbing to avoid serious injuries . Therefore, you need a climbing harness, which protects you sufficiently in case of a fall . In addition to the right size, you should also take a closer look at the different models and choose a harness that is suitable for your specific area of use.

To make this decision easier for you, we have prepared a checklist for you. Here you can find out everything you need to know about climbing harnesses . Then you can also take a look at our product recommendations , which will also actively support you in your search.

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Climbing Harness Checklist

Checklist for Climbing Harnesses

Hip Belt, Chest Belt or Complete Belt
  • Hip harness for those who have stable core muscles : This is the standard harness. And it is for adults as well as for children.
  • Chest belt as a supplement to the hip belt in special situations: If you do not have full body control, you can “fall over” in dangerous situations – if you hang upside down in the hip belt, blood circulation is not ensured. Therefore, the hip belt can be supplemented by the chest belt in dangerous situations (professional climbers, people with physical limitations). Chest straps are never used separately, but always in combination with a hip belt.
  • Complete harness for children, beginners and all who value increased safety : The complete harness with its high tie-in loop is easy to use and especially suitable for backpack wearers in the mountains.
Seat and Comfort
  • Waistbelt:
  • Comfortable fit is not so important for sport climbing, otherwise hip and leg loops should be padded.
  • Especially when climbing multi-pitch , a lot of gear loops are needed – with a lot of gear , the weight of the harness is higher, so good fit and padding are important.
  • In via ferrata , sport climbing harnesses are used that have little or no padding , but offer plenty of freedom of movement and are lightweight.
  • Chest straps:
  • Padding can be neglected in chest h arnesses because there is no weight on the harness. The chest strap only prevents the upper body from tilting .
  • If a backpack is worn over the chest strap, the strap should be unpadded . Otherwise, it will be uncomfortable.
  • Complete harness:
  • Complete harnesses are mainly used in industrial climbing and alpinism , but not in sport climbing.
  • Combination harnesses are useful for beginners in via ferrata , because falls are really dangerous here.
  • Small children (pay attention to body type, not just age!) have a higher body center of gravity and no pronounced hips, so they should use combi h arnesses specifically for small people.
Adjustability and Fit
  • The more buckles the harness has, the easier it is to adjust to the body.
  • Adjustable leg lo ops and hip loops are the minimum to ensure the harness fits on different layers of clothing.
  • The wider the harness sits at the back , the more comfortable it is.
  • Air-permeable materials for leg and hip loops are generally more comfortable.
Size
  • Try on: A palm should still fit between the body and the harness at both the hips and legs.
  • The hip belt sits above the hip bone.
  • Women’s models are adapted to the specific anatomy of women, men’s models to that of men.
Safety
  • Climbing harnesses for mountain sports are standardized and comply with EN 12277 in Europe.
  • Full body harnesses as well as seat h arnesses must have a static load capacity of 15 kN .
  • For small body h arnesses and chest harnesses , 10 kN is the minimum load capacity.

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FAQ About Climbing Harnesses


What is a climbing harness?

A climbing harness is there to secure you at great heights. It must also be very stable so that you are sufficiently secured in the event of a fall. Therefore, the harness must be adapted exactly to your body, which is why a distinction is made between men’s and women’s models.

How do I put on a climbing harness?
Before you put on the harness, you should make sure that it is not twisted. It is best to place the harness on the ground so that you can step into it with your feet. Then pull the harness up to you and fasten the hip belt and the leg loops.

How should the harness fit?
Here you need to find the perfect balance. On the one hand, the harness should fit comfortably and not cut you, but on the other hand, it should be tight enough to give you enough support. Therefore, it should fit snugly in any case, so that there is no gap. At the thigh you can adjust the tightness with the help of two loops.

How long does a climbing harness last?
A climbing harness can generally be used for about 5 years. Note, however, that this is only a guideline. If you notice damage to the material, you should replace the harness immediately. Another factor is how often you use the harness.

How much does a harness cost?
A climbing harness can cost up to 50 euros or more.

What size is a climbing harness?
For climbing harnesses there are different size tables, which differ for men and women. Therefore, you should first measure your waist and thigh circumference. Then you can use the table to understand which size is appropriate for you. As a rule, you can find them for men and women in sizes XS to XL.

When should the climbing harness be replaced?
Basically, you have to decide for yourself when you want to replace the harness. However, you should always keep your own safety in mind. Therefore, it can make sense to replace the harness after a few years.

How do you attach a via ferrata set to a climbing harness?
You only need to attach it to the appropriate harness loop. For this you need to tie a certain knot, which is called an anchor stitch.

What models are available?
You can choose between waist, chest or complete harnesses. The waist belt is the classic standard belt. The chest harness can be seen as a supplement, which can support you in dangerous situations and prevent injuries. The complete harness, on the other hand, is suitable for beginners, as they are easy to use.

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