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Types of harness

Full body harness

This type of harness completely encloses the body, both chest and legs and will even maintain an unconscious person in a vertical position.

Small size full body harness

Similar to type "A", but designed for a person of less than 40 kg in weight.

Waist harness

This harness type is currently the most popular and consists of two separate or combined elements, for the waist and legs.

Chest harness

This is a supplementary harness that only supports the upper body. It has been designed as a complement for the pelvic harness, and must not be used by itself.

Choosing harness Choosing the correct size is essential for the harness to adapt properly to the body and for the fall loads to be correctly distributed. Trad climbing requires a harness with a lot of gearholders, while sport climbing can save on weight by reducing their number. The haul loop is essential for Big Wall or aid climbing. High-density padded harnesses offer comfort and distribute the forces of a fall or when hanging at a belay station. However, the best harness for classic alpine climbing is unpadded and light (it dries faster and weighs less). Adjustable leg loops guarantee a perfect fit. Always make sure your harness is properly adjusted, with the tape passed back through the buckle (minimum 10cm excess) and the roping up knot properly made, THEY ARE YOUR BEST SAFETY DEVICE.