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Average Rating: 5 out of 5
No. of Reviews: 3
RRP: £30
Year: 2004

Description: Lightweight (400g). The Alpine Bod can be put on whilst wearing crampons or skis and the leg loops adjust instantly. Large buckle. Available in: S, M, L, XL, Black

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Clive Sinclair

Posted: 16/09/02

'GREAT GENERAL PURPOSE HARNESS AT A GREAT PRICE'

Strengths:
Light, can be put on while wearing crampons and skis.

Weaknesses:
None really. I don't mind not having a belay loop, others might

Overall:
I use this one harness for general mountaineering, involving climbing, abseilling, safety work ,etc. It's a great good value all round harness

Performance		80%
Reliability		80%
Value		100%

Overall Rating

87%

Pat King

Posted: 17/09/02

'AN EXCELLENT ROCK CLIMBING AND MOUNTAINEERING HARNESS'

Strengths:
Light, compact,a mere handful in your sac. Comfortable,lack of padding is no handicap. Dries quickly.
Extra large size available.

Weaknesses:
You fit your own gear loops which are bought as a kit.
No belay loop, didn't bother me though.

Overall:
Excellent, I use this harness for rock climbing mainly, summer and winter.
Good all round harness.

Performance		100%
Reliability		100%
Value		60%

Overall Rating

87%

joan collins

Posted: 31/10/02

'THE PERFECT BASIC HARNESS - AND CHEAP!'

Strengths:
Light and compact. Doesn't absorb water. Highly adjustable, fitting over a variety of clothing. Cheap.

Weaknesses:
No gear loops. The old fashioned buckles are more fiddly than modern snap closures, especially when tired or in gloves. Not comfortable for hanging in. Some people find this harness not comfortable, period, so try before buying.

Overall:
A great multipurpose basic harness, the only thing this is less than ideal for is lengthy hanging, either in hanging belays or climbing extended overhangs. Lack of gear loops are not a problem if your rucksack has them, or you have a sling. Twenty years ago all harnesses were like this one made without abseil loops, and the solution now is as simple as it was then - add a crab.

Performance		100%
Reliability		100%
Value		100%

Overall Rating

100%

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