Seriously, I have fitted it to be that comfortable. Now I haven't done any super long routes, but I have spent hours hanging with no complaints really. I am yet to use it in the snow, but the adjustable leg loops have already been a god send. It's worth the price, young or old I highly suggest one.

p.s. Racking gear on this thing is as easy as it gets.

Climbed indoors with it for 3 hrs and I never felt it. The price is great for such a nice harness. If you wear a 32 in jeans definitely go with the large so you can tuck away the excess waist loop. I had ordered the md. but the band was about 1/2 in. from being able to be tucked away. It annoyed me, so I ordered the lrg.

I bought this elsewhere, before I found BackCountry.com (for the same price) and thought I should leave a review. It is the second harness I tried on at the shop, and I immediately knew I was taking it home. I usually wear 31-33 pants size, so I thought I would need a Medium. I was wrong so I went with a large. It is perfect. Before ordering, measure over your clothes. It is comfortable, and everything is adjustable. Like I said, Great harness.

I had the old silver version of this harness--first harness I ever bought. Awesome! Super versatile--rock, ice...it's all good. And extremely comfortable.

This Harness is amazing, and can't be any more comfortable then it is. It is nothing but extrodinary and you get what you pay for and more. Very Comfortable and easy to get on.

Highly recommend for the price, comfort, and stability. Def. make sure you order within your waist size, and NOT your comfortable pant size. I'm prob. a 32 in. waist and I got a large...should of got a M. Woops.

For the money, you can't go wrong with this one. Fits good and is comfortable. It doesn't have the fancy adjustments of higher end models but for me it's been "set it and forget it" - I haven't had to make any adjustments after getting the fit right the first climb. Good value harness

Really nothing to complain about. I wish you didn't have to double back on the straps.

I had been climbing with an alpine harness, but a couple of falls convinced me that I needed a more "supportive" harness. This harness is light, comfortable, and the right price. I noticed some complaints about the adjustments. I actually have more confidence in the "old-style" double-back adjustments. They're actually quite easy to adjust compared to other harnesses with the same type of adjustment. If you want something that adjusts faster, the Momentum Speed Adjust only costs slightly more.

You can probably go without the adjustable leg loops, but they add a little versatility in case you also use them on winter with thick pants. Other than that its pretty light and comfortable.

Like all Black Diamond gear, this harness is solid. Granted, it doesn't have the quick adjust feature of higher end models, but for the price, it really can't be beat. And do you really NEED that feature? I wouldn't look anywhere else for a first harness or for an inexpensive extra.

This is the first harness i've purchased so I don't have anything to compare it to, but I couldn't be happier with it! The momentum is very comfy; I could wear it all day long. The four gear loops come in handy all the time, and the adjustable leg loops make for a perfect fit. Good piece of gear from Black Diamond!

This harness mirrors those in the climbing gym where I work execpt the waist belt is left handed rather than right handed. That's not too hard to get used to. The color stand out from the pack and its comfort is excellent for the gym. I'll be trying it outdoors next season.

This harness is very simple but very useful. I sport, trad and ice climb in it and it never lets me down. I also like how the gear loops stick out a bit, very useful.

the momentum is a great and very cost effective harness. it is a little slower to put on than the speed but that should not be the deciding factor of buying a harness. it is a good harness and does the job.

Good harness. I use it for gym climbing and outdoor sport. It is comfortable, light weight, and looks good in the tequila gold. The adjustable leg loops are key to a comfortable fit with shorts, pants, or kilts. It took a bit of getting used to with the buckles on the left hip but fits well. If you tighten the waist too much it seems to offset the front tie in points. all in all, i am glad i purchased and i look forward to it catching my falls for the next few years!

After a couple small rock trips. I feel that this harness is the best for it's price I have ever used. easy to put on and fun to use. climbing or sport rappeling. great all around. A+ in my book.

This harness is so great to use. I is super comfortable. the 3 guys that I climb with on a regular basis all have this harness.

Love this harness. I've been using the Momentum AL harness for close to six years now (not the same one for that entire time) and have loved its versatility and comfort. This harness has served me well in all situations; sport, trad, ice/mixed and mountaineering. It's also passed two of the toughest tests I think a harness can go through in terms of all day comfort...belaying clients on top-rope for days at a time and working all day challenge courses.

If your looking for a one-quiver harness to excel in any situation you might find yourself in, consider the Momentum AL...you won't be disappointed.

I've had this harness for years. From the gym to ice climbing, its comfy and versatile. If your a beginner or a pro this a great harness.

this is my first harness and it's everything i was looking for. very comfortable for gym climbing and doesn't crush you when belaying someone bigger than you. the loop in the back is nice for using a biner to attach your chalk bag and all the loops will be great for lead climbing. a great all around harness and inexpensive

My main problem with this harness are the buckles.

With this harness you have to make all the adjustments and then be sure to double back the strap. Admittedly this is not that big of a deal, but One thing I like much more about my other harness (an old petzl corax) is that the buckles adjust while already being doubled back. This cuts in half the time it takes to put on your harness! (The speed adjust version of this harness also has these far superior buckles)

Another thing I like about my Petzl is that it has buckles and straps on each side of the belay loop so it can be adjusted from fiting a skinny teenager up to my heavier adult friends, all while keeping the belay loop centered. This BD Harness does not have nearly the sizing range.

I am returning this. And because I can afford it right now I think I am going to get the arc'teryx R320 or X350a, which are not really comparable in price to this harness. However, I tend to like spending a bit more on something now, being happy with it, and not wanting to upgrade in just a year or 2.

Bottom line: If you like this harness... spend the extra $10 and get the speed adjust version. If you want better range to fit a variety of people go with something like the petzls that have 2 buckles/straps.

This was my first Harness and i love it. I climbed 3-4 days this week in Oregon and it was comfy all the time. It feels comfy if your lead climbing, belaying or top roping. After a summer of climbing i see no wear or tear on it. The only thing is that the gear loops seem kinda weak but that just might be from hauling multiple ropes up at one time. But overall a great harness!

I live in Florida and I am new to climbing. Gym climbing is all I have done so far and I noticed my trainer and a majority of employees wearing the Momentum Harness when they climb in their free time. I played the odds and I have been pleasantly surprised. It is much more comfortable than the training harnesses the gym offers and it fits perfectly.
I am a size 30-32 waist and went with a large after I read the other reviews on the minor problems people were having with sizing. I've planned my first climbing vacation for Febuary and I will post again after a little more wear and tear on my harness.

I'm a newer climber. Climbed at a gym a lot, and this harness is way more comfortable than any rented. I took it outside for my first outdoor climb ever. It worked great, and had plenty of gear loops which I now knew what they were for.
Definitely get a larger size than normal, I'm a 32 waist, and a large is a bit snug, but it's fine. Great harness, for what I know it's all I need.

im a 31 inch waist... i got the medium, i wish i got the large for more adjustment around the waist, only have about 3-4 inches to spare for slack on the buckle. should have read all the reviews first!!!! arrr...
other than that it's a great simple harness and it is very comfortable...

This is my second harness so far and it is definitely better than my singing rock. This is a great all around harness for doing a little bit of everything. For the price, this harness is also a great deal as well.

even when dropped a good 30 feet when my buddy wasn't paying attention, this harness still didn't feel uncomfortable. A+ buy

Very nice harness for the money with 4 gear loops and comfortable!

I first tried this harness while climbing with a friend of mine. I was in the market to buy a new one and had been searching here on the site when I discovered that he owned one of my top picks. I was sold the moment I put it on.

I´ve just got mine, and for what I need (sport climbing, mostly) its perfect. Light, comfortable and with a fair price.

I'm not a very big climber, nor do i have the most extensive knowledge about climbing and rapelling, but this harness performs and fits great! I just got home from Zion National Park where we went on the Mystery Canyon hike, it was a beautiful hike, with about 13 repels, and i got down in one piece. It fit great and wore very well even though i had to hike a ways in it.

Harness fits great and is very comfortable. Firm equipment clips help for faster clip in and out. Definitely can't be beat for the price.

I bought this harness for one reason only, to go up masts on sailboats. It's very comfortable, easy to adjust and I feel much better using it than sitting in a bosun's chair. I like it so much I may have to take up climbing.

i've had this harness for three months now and it is very good anyone who wants to get a first harness or an extra this is the one for you

I am not the biggest climber in the world, but this harness is my first that I have owned. I like it very much! Other times I have gone I have used a minimalist harness and never had issues. Was worried this would seem bulky, it doesn't. It feels like nothing...which is something!

For those who are beginners and know their stuff enough to start buying gear, this is a great and comfortable option with an adjustable leg option that, though makes things a bit bulkier and may take a little longer to putz with at first, won't be a problem in the long run. Once you set your leg loops, disregarding major changes in what you wearing (more layers) the leg loops won't have to be changed, so this is a non-problem. It worked great for me for my first harness and still is a comfortable alternative to a high performance sport harness.

I like this harness and have been using it for several seasons on everything from steep quartzite, to desert sandstone. The gear loops aren't the best or biggest for the splitter stone in the Creek, but they work great for racking a small- to medium sized rack; I have crammed 20+ cams on there for some Creek action with no problem.

The best feature is the adjustable leg loops. Lots of fit options and easy adjustments.

solid, simple harness, and comfortable--just what i was looking for.

Great Harness would recomend it to all who are looking for one.

I use it at a Camp to Belay guests on the Climbing Tower or High Ropes

Climbing in this harness for a few years now and have no complaints. Fits well, light, and comfortable. Perfect harness for those new to the sport or those who have been at it for a while.

Took it out to Table Rock and had a blast. Felt good, fit securely, easy to put on and adjust.

Very comfortable and fits great! good for lead climbing.

I love this harness. I get a lot of compliments from other climbers too. They are shocked to hear it is only $50. I have sat on a multi-pitch climb for hours before and this harness preformed perfectly. I have fallen in it many times and it is solid. I have also taken it Canyoneering and rappelling in southern Utah and it worked flawlessly. It looks very beaten up now from the canyons, but is such a great harness. I have also taken it mountaineering, and even in the cold and snow it was great and the leg loops are adjustable which means when changing layers, it still fit great. I am thinking about buying another to have as a spare in case i take someone that doesn't have a harness.

Also, I love the gear loops around the waist. The way they are shaped makes them the most accessible loops on any harness. They are hardened too which means that they don't flop around with the gear. Lastly they work perfect for slipping an ice axe through quickly when you need your hands.