{"title":"Harnesses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClimbing Harnesses: The Foundation of Your Safety System\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA climbing harness is the most personal piece of gear in your rack. It's the interface between your body and the rope system — the component that catches you when you fall, holds you in place while you rest on the wall, and distributes the forces of a fall across your hips and legs. Getting the fit right isn't a preference; it's a safety requirement. A harness that fits poorly can fail to perform as designed in a fall, or cause injury through pressure points during a long hang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClimbers on the granite faces of El Capitan, the limestone sport routes of Kalymnos, and the mixed alpine terrain of the Eiger all rely on harnesses that are specifically designed for their discipline. A sport climbing harness optimized for gym and single-pitch use is a different tool than an alpine harness designed for glacier travel and technical mountaineering — and using the wrong one for your objective is a compromise that experienced climbers avoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarness Types\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSport harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Padded waist belt and leg loops for comfort on long routes; fixed leg loops; ideal for gym, sport, and single-pitch trad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrad harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gear loops optimized for rack carry; comfortable for long multi-pitch days; adjustable leg loops for layering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpine harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lightweight, fully adjustable leg loops for use over mountaineering boots and crampons; minimal padding for weight savings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBig wall harnesses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Maximum padding for extended hanging; multiple gear loops; designed for days on the wall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFit Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasure your waist and thigh circumference before purchasing. The waist belt should sit above the hip bones and feel snug without restricting breathing. Leg loops should be snug but not tight — you should be able to fit two fingers between the loop and your thigh. Pair your harness with a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apex-rove-belay-devices\"\u003ebelay device\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apex-rove-carabiners\"\u003elocking carabiners\u003c\/a\u003e to complete your safety system.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/omnirove.com\/collections\/apex-rove-harnesses.oembed","provider":"OmniRove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}