| If you're just starting out in rock climbing, choosing | | | | Lower back support is something to be considered, |
| the right climbing harness can be a tough decision. It's | | | | especially among heavier climbers. Wider leg loops and |
| important to take your time and choose wisely. | | | | thick padding in the waist will help. Female climbers will |
| There are a variety of different harnesses out there, | | | | notice that their harnesses have a smaller waist, yet |
| each designed for a specific type of climbing. You | | | | proportionally larger leg loops. Additionally, the rise |
| don't want to spend a lot of money on a harness | | | | (which is the distance between the tie-in and the leg |
| that's not right for you. We'll try to go over a few of | | | | loops) is usually longer in the female model and may |
| the differences here. | | | | be adjustable to fit her individual shape. |
| Before buying a climbing harness you need to have | | | | Rock climbing harnesses generally provide an ample |
| an idea about the various parts of the harness and | | | | amount of padding in the waist and leg loops. Big wall |
| what they do. Study up and learn the various | | | | harnesses feature the most padding, along with |
| features. Next, figure out what type of climbing you'll | | | | several gear loops and a heavy duty haul loop. Sports |
| be doing. This step shouldn't be overlooked. Will you | | | | climbers will enjoy the trim design of their harness. |
| be doing one specific type of climbing or changing it | | | | Most feature narrow webbing and little in the way of |
| up? If you're plans include a variety of different | | | | padding, as it restricts movement. Harnesses |
| types of climbing, don't worry. There is a variety of | | | | designed for mountaineering are lightweight and have |
| all purpose climbing harnesses out there. | | | | a lot of adjustability. They usually feature |
| So what should you look for in a climbing harness? | | | | non-absorbent materials. |
| First, consider how it feels when you're wearing it. | | | | This article is provided entertainment purposes only. |
| You want the harness to fit you well in the waist and | | | | You should always consult with a trained and qualified |
| legs. Remember that when you tie-in, the harness is | | | | rock climbing professional to properly assess your skill |
| going to form a chair of sorts. You don't want a | | | | level and equipment needs before participating in rock |
| harness that's going to cut off your circulation. | | | | climbing. Rock climbing is not something that you |
| Likewise, you don't want to feel like you're sliding | | | | should just jump into. Get proper instruction and do it |
| around in your harness either. | | | | right. |