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drumbum
Aug 16, 2002, 1:57 AM
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Like i had said in another post, BD BOD, RAVE, and CHAOS are good, as well as the corax from petzl
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dantman
Aug 16, 2002, 2:22 AM
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If you are just starting out I would suggest the kit that you can buy which includes a harness, atc, carabiner, chalk bag, and chalk all for about $80-85. Check www.ems.com they have what they call the A.G. Bag for 85.00. It also comes with a coupon to save 15% off climbing shoes or a rope and as 10% coupon for the Eastern Mountain Sports Climbing School. It is a fully adjustable harness and pretty comfortable.
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djnibs
Aug 16, 2002, 5:02 AM
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Well seeing as how winter is coming up and i don't have the funds to travel very far, i am goin to hit the gym. I am probably, not 100% sure, about 98% sure, going with a BD Package. They seam to be the best for their value. I was climbing yesterday and my friend has a BD harness, and i uesd it for a run or two and i liked it. so i am goin to go with that. i would like that thank everyone who has helped me out. I wish all sports where this welcoming, but thats what makes rockclimbing the best! belay on!!
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dreweppens
Aug 16, 2002, 5:16 AM
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I have the Black Diamond Dyno harness. It is fairly reasonable (around $50) and fits comfortably. I use it to top-rope and sport climb. I don't know if it would be any good for alpine or ice climbing. So overall, if you would like a reasonable, comfortable, versitle harness that would be used to gym climb or lead with, I reccommend the Dyno.
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survivalexpert
Aug 18, 2002, 3:02 AM
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geeze, I think most harnesses cost way too much for what they are, So far I am impressed with the Singing Rock Zenith harness. It has padded leg loops as well as its waist. It also has four gear loops and it has adjustable leg straps. It is a very versatile harness and you really cant beat the price of $35 dollars brand new. You can get it at REI or EMS.
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waxman
Aug 18, 2002, 7:44 PM
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I love my Petzle Corax!!
Get adjustable. Another tip: The more money you spend, the more comfortable it gets!
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djnibs
Aug 18, 2002, 8:49 PM
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lol. I was at an outdoor store yesterday, and they had a corax there. i am more than likly goin to get that one. and my gf is goin to get the same, but diff colour. its all good.
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clymber
Aug 18, 2002, 9:26 PM
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I am all for the Arc'teryx Targa. Its a bit pricey but is the most comfortable one i have ever had..Granted I havent hung for hours in it on a hanging belay or big walling but for multi pitch and sport its great
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andrejka
Aug 19, 2002, 1:45 AM
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since i started climbing, i have used bd mentor, and it is really great harness. the new model is a bit different, but more comfortable i think. so bd mentor is great for sport climbing, indoor, and also for multi pitches.
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climbingcowboy
Aug 19, 2002, 2:38 AM
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My thoughts may differ then some if your just learning make sure you get a very comfortable harness your going to be hanging in it and takeing falls on it. I used the BOD for long time when I got a new harness I tried out ARCTERYX verro adjustable it so comfy the leg loops on it are padded the Bods are not. Go to REI or like store try some on they usally have a rope with biner hanging from the cieling so you can hang in your harness and make sure it fits right. Then you can always order it online if you find it cheaper.
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tarzan420
Aug 19, 2002, 3:09 AM
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I have a trango harness (don't remember which model). IMO it's a fair amount more comfy than the BD bod, which was the most comfy harness i had worn before. It was also a little cheaper ($40-$45 i think)
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djnibs
Aug 19, 2002, 9:35 PM
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See, choosing a harness is not the hard part. The fact that there no climbing stores where i live, only an outdoor store, which happens to carry the basic gear. They have a couple harnesses there, they have a couple BD and some Bluewater?!?!?(never heard of them, it looks really cheap and worse than the rentals!!!) and they have a Petzl. now the problem is i don't have a credit card, and no way of getting to MEC in toronto to get gear. so i am left with what is available.
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rendog
Aug 19, 2002, 11:06 PM
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http://www.mountainmagic.com
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http://www.mec.ca
well you're cut a bit short without a credit card. BW isn't so bad. Basically it comes down to: Can I afford it? IS it comfortable (try the thing on and hang in it for a few minutes then you'll know if it sux or not) adjustable vs not adjustable? If you're not going to get into wearing it during the winter then just go with a non adj.
But hey that's just my opinion.
[ This Message was edited by: rendog on 2002-08-19 16:12 ]
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djnibs
Aug 20, 2002, 12:55 AM
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hey. i am working on getting a credit card. should have one soon so i can order from MEC. but thanks for the other site. i am checkin er out now. and i will bring all that i hvae learned with me to stores. thanks again all who care.
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traide
Aug 20, 2002, 1:02 AM
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never heard of blue water? they make great stuff. IMO the make the best sewn spectra runners on the market. they also make some of the best ropes on the market. not sure about their harnesses, but everything else i've seen from them is gold.
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djnibs
Aug 20, 2002, 11:58 PM
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lol, well there harness look really cheap, and uncomfortable. i am goin tomorrow and am goin to "hang" out in in a couple of different harness, and possibly buying the Corax by petzl
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rendog
Aug 21, 2002, 7:07 AM
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you will NOT go wrong with a petzl harness. They have the most comfy harnesses theat Ive ever fallen in or just had to sit in on belay.
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djnibs
Aug 22, 2002, 1:41 AM
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i bought a Petzl Corax harness today, and for a half decent price. I am most happy with it!!!!! i do not think i will regret spending the extra $$$ on it. i went climbing today using it, and omg its sooo much better than rentals. i really like it alot.
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