Gear Review: Climbing harness.
Company: Mammut
Product: Ophira 3 Slide Climbing Harness – Women.
I do not know where to begin with this harness, because I am absolutely in love with it. I am very picky with regards to legs because I cannot stand to feel them compressed. If I find an item that makes my thighs hold their breath, an “x” mark is put next to it. I have wide thighs and I always struggle to find items of this nature that do not suffocate my extremities. For some reason, the day I was looking for climbing harnesses all of the ones I tried on had fitted elastic leg loops. The latter is a feature that pleases many because it gives you freedom of movement, but for me it did the opposite. It probably was completely psychological, but I knew it was not going to work for me from the get go. I was giving up hope until I found Mammut’s Ophira harness. The fact that this harness has adjustable leg loops was a definite plus for me. I did not look any further and settled with it. Although not as light as the more advanced in tech, I am satisfied with my purchase and completely recommend it for people with thigh sensitivity (if that is even a thing).
Recommendation: Beginners; all skill levels.
Specs:
Gear Loops: 4
Adjustable Leg Loop: Y E S
4 kN haul loop
3 Slide Bloc buckles
MSPR: $54.95
Web Site:
That looks very much like the harnesses I would use many years ago and I’m with you, I hate constriction around my legs… and arms. I’m more efficient without and that’s crucial. Thanks for sharing.
I’ll keep this one in mind. Niecie wants to learn how to rock climb this year. Just another adventurous thing we can write about I suppose! My brother is enamored with the sport, but he can only really provide beginners advice and recommendations for men’s climbing equipment. Thanks for the advice.
I love your description and the color purple!!! I’m so easily sold – I think this is the one I want now!
You know, I also like that colour too. 🙂
Would it be useful when I am up scaffolding painting the outside walls of homes?
That depends more on the anchor/tie-in system that you would use. I know they make construction harnesses, that are designed for life on the scaffold, which would probably be a safer bet.
I have the Men’s version and I love it!