thing is sweet! lightweight, wide straps, easy in/out for changing clothes on the mountain or next to the rock. Just did a bunch of crevasse rescue stuff, hanging from a tree with prussiks, and this thing works great. Get it, if you want to do rock climbing and alpine climbing.

This is by far the most comfortable BD harness to hang in. That's because both the waist band and the leg loops are wider all the way around (especially on the sides of the hips) than any of the other BD harnesses. Width, not padding, is what makes a harness comfortable to hang in. (This was a lesson learned long ago by the manufacturers of hang gliding harnesses.) I went to the largest mountain shop in Boulder and hung in every type of men's harness they had (about 20 different models of various brands). None of them measured up to this harness (which they don't carry). Meanwhile, the fleece is a good padding that helps the harness to stick to my clothes when the gear clipped the harness is trying to pull it down. You can still unclip the leg loops to do your business without having to completely untie on a ledge. Yes, the bod harness weighs a bit more than many other harnesses. But if you ever have to do a hanging belay on a high route, you'll appreciate having hauled those few extra ounces the five miles in! On the BD website, this is their most versatile harness. By the way, the local mountain shop did have some "big wall" harnesses weighing several pounds (and well over $100) that were similarly comfortable to hang in. But you couldn't walk in them easily because of the excessive padding on the inside of the leg loops. The Bod harness remains a great design. I hope BD keeps making this one!

I love the harness so far. Its easy to take on and off. It is much more comfortable than the Alpine Bod for a relatively small increase in wieght. The only drawback is that I sometimes forget to run the waist belt through the belay loop while putting it on. This has taken only minor getting used to.

This harness was very well made. I had no durability issues with it in over two years of using it for sport climbing 2-3 times a week, every week; even after I traded it away it looked absolutely brand new aside from chalk markings.

I eventually swapped with one of my climbing buddies for one of his spares because I could never quite get this harness to fit right and be comfortable. The lack of leg padding contributed to this, I think; it's almost a pseudo-alpine harness in the legs, but it's not really light enough. Also, I never liked the leg straps; they just didn't really stay put even when cinched tight. They moved all around while I'd climb and then when I'd need to take (or fall), they'd be out of place and really uncomfortable. I switched to an REI brand harness (I don't think they make it anymore) and it's much more comfortable and stays where it's supposed to.

I had the medium and I'm 6'2" and 155lbs. Maybe I should have gone with a small? Just be warned that if you are very thin, you may need to size down or get a different harness.

Excellent harness. Unbeatable comfort to weight ratio. This harness is the best choice for mountaineering because its design allows you to put it on without having to step into it, very convenient when wearing crampons and bulky clothing. Also very comfortable to sit in on long rappels and hanging belays.

At first I didn't like it cause it was not comfortable at all. After messing around with the leg straps its not bad. I love the design of these so you can put them on over anything. Waist belt feels very secure.

Excellent beginner's harness. Great support and comfort for those wanting a cheap starting rig. Durable and comfortable enough to wear all day. The adjustable leg loops are a good feature also... you'll be very happy with this harness.

This harness is great. Comfortable and rugged. Lightweight and easy to put on and adjust even while wearing skis! I like the added bulk over the alpine bod, the padded belt stands up on its own and it a little more comfortable. I like this harness and plan on making it my go to harness. I have others for sport and indoor, but this harness will replace the alpine bod that has served valiantly in my ski patrol pack.

If you can believe it, I am replacing my bow hunting body harness, with this Black Diamond Bod Harness. The concept is similar, but this climbing harness offers great flexibility, comfort, ease of use, and allows for multiple applications (climbing and hunting). Cheers.

Ideal harness for ski touring in the Alps. Can take on and off over multiple layers without having to take skis off.

great harness easy to adjust and easy to put on and take off