When buying a new climbing harness, it is important that the harness fits your body type and is suitable for your planned activities. After all, the climbing harness is an essential part of your mountaineering equipment. A good climbing harness ensures your safety, is comfortable to wear, and allows freedom of movement. It is important that your new climbing harness fits properly and has everything you need for your personal vertical adventure.
Which type of harness and which features?
When you browse around a mountain sports store or our online shop before buying your new climbing harness, you will find a large number of different models. First of all, it is good to know the difference between a seat harness or hip belt, chest harness, and full body harness so that you can decide which type of harness you want to buy. There are also different features (number and type of gear loops) and adjustment options, which should be chosen according to the area of application and personal preferences. We have compiled comprehensive information about the different types of climbing harnesses in our Knowledge Base and on the Climbing Harnesses experience page. Here you can get a basic overview before you go out and buy your new climbing harness.
What else is there to consider when buying a climbing harness?
Before purchasing a new harness, it is also advisable to find out about the different strap constructions and technologies available. These determine various characteristics such as weight, comfort, even force distribution, ergonomic fit, and pack size. Hip belts and leg loops, for example, are three-dimensionally pre-shaped, laminated, or zonally padded. At EDELRID, you can choose from different designs depending on your requirements in terms of hanging comfort, weight, and pack size. You can find these designs for each individual model here in our online shop. You can also find out more about our climbing harness technologies on our technology page.
Which climbing harness is right for me?
If you want to buy a new climbing harness, it is important to think about where and how you want to use it and what you expect from your harness. If you want more detailed information or inspiration, check out this article in our Knowledge Base, in which experienced athletes talk about the disciplines they practice and what they expect from their harnesses.
Which climbing harness is suitable for children?
Children love climbing. To ensure they are safe and comfortable, there are a few things to consider before purchasing a children's climbing harness. This is because their anatomy, center of gravity, and body tension are different from those of adults. To make it really fun, not only comfort and safety are important, but also ease of putting on and taking off. You can find out more about this topic in this article in the Knowledge Base.