Description
Less bulk, all the features.
- Perforated waist belt to allow total breathability
- Caritool slots for winter use
- Quick-adjust buckle is automatically doubled back, so you can't forget
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Petzl Hirundos Harness - Men's
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Frankenstein Cliff
Gregory Luber
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Luke
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Hi, I have a 32" waist and about 21-22"...
Brady Deal
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Hi, I have a 32" waist and about 21-22" legs. Should I size larger and get the L, or could I go with the M and still have enough room at the waist to tighten it. Thanks!
Fantastic for Sport
Daniel Hupp
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The Hirundos harness from Petzl is one of my all-time favorite harnesses (perhaps tied with it's older brother, the Sama). This featherweight, sport harness is the way to go if you're looking to shave some ounces off of your gear. Because of it's low profile design, I hardly notice I'm even wearing a harness when I'm climbing. It's the least intrusive harness I've ever worn.
The only real con I can see is the comfort. It's not uncomfortable, but it's not quite as padded as the Sama. If I'm projecting a route and expect to be hanging for a while, I'll reach for the Sama. If I'm ready for the redpoint, it's the Hirundos all the way.
Fabulous for women
efe4795225
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I am 5'2" and 105lbs. and a 24" natural waist and the xs fits me really well. If you are wearing a heavy rack and smaller than this, it might be too big for you and you'll have to go with the luna or the selena.
I can fit a double rack on the gear loops of this harness and it has a place for your ice clippers as well to go during the winter.
Not the most comfortable harness for long belay sessions or as a big wall harness. It cuts into my lower ribs quite a bit after a long route. All in all, a must for the alpine and trad women!
Aggro Guy Harness!
Mark Parrett
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Or just for the climber who likes lightweight and comfortable... still.. worth the watch!
how about for 2-3 pitch climbs? looking...
Hayden Beck
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how about for 2-3 pitch climbs? looking for a trad climbing harness that is lightwieght.
Thomas Ogasawara
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Pretty rad harness, but only good for trad if you rack on a gear sling.
On The Classic Andromeda Strain in Winter
Stephen Koch
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I love this harness for alpine climbing! Light and simple with enough loops and comfort.
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For more: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQEXGYgrs3A&NR=1
Almost perfect
Evan Stevens
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Got one of these after being sick of the over-hyped arc'teryx harnesses, that have always 'roped' out and rolled up on me. So far I have used this harness on 20 pitch alpine rock climbs, single pitch trad and super steep sport and I love it. Super comfy, you barely notice it is there. Despite the thin nature and slight padding, comfort is not an issue. I am a slim 6'2" tall, 180lbs, and wear a medium. 33" waist but the medium is cranked down pretty far, however it is tight on my legs, but slowly stretching. The only other slight dislike is the second set of gear loops are a bit too far back, and the front ones just a tad small - for sport climbing this is not an issue, but trad multi-pitch I find it a little hard to see the back gear loops. Not disappointed in this harness at all, super psyched on it!
Light Harness
Ryan Hamilton
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First off, I knew this harness was lightweight when I ordered it, but I had no idea it was that light. It also packs down pretty small, which is great for stuffing in my pack. Very little padding on the harness, but it's not really needed. It's well made, well designed and looks cool.
Sizing: I have average size legs and the leg loops fit great. They'd be fine even if my legs were a little bigger. I have a 35" waist and bought the Large size. The 37" limit is accurate. I'd prefer to have a little bigger size, as the gear loops are back a little far on the left side because of the waist adjustment, but it's manageable.
Hirundos
Dane Burns
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Skiing and climbing..great harness.
Petzl Hirundos
Dane Burns
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Last year's version in bright green!
Alpine perfect!
Dane Burns
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I use this harness in the alpine and on water ice. 2 well postioned ice clipper slots and just enough padding but not a bunch of fluff. Small and compact but comfortable. I know it is a super light sport climbing harness but it works perfectly all winter for me.
Is it would be ok for trad? With more...
Mike Gorecki
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Is it would be ok for trad? With more quickdraws on it? (I wear all the gear on gear loops around my torso)
knanier
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There is no reason it wouldn't work - might not be the most comfortable to hang in for long periods of time though.
Angus Bohanon
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It's designed for sport routes because it's very small and light and not very comfortable, so if you're doing multipitch or hanging for long periods of time then this will cut off circulation pretty quickly. There's nothing wrong with it though.
Evan Stevens
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I have loads of friends who use this harness multipitch climbing/trad climbing and it works just fine for them. In the long run you are carrying less weight and bulk up long routes, so you should be better off right? Alpinists like it because you are carrying less weight and bulk, and you don't often hang in it much alpine climbing.
nsu3105081
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I've used this harness for long days 15+ pitches with a very full rack including BIG gear i.e. Steck-Salathe, and it performs excellently as a traditional harness. It might not be the most comfortable to hang in for a long, long time but I've never had any serious issues with it. Bottom line, great harness for whatever you want to use it for
Good lightweight and versitile
Steve
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Used the Hirundos primarily for alpine and ice. Wanted a harness that was lightweight, yet comfortable for belays and rappelling. In regards to fit, I have had trouble finding a harness that fits my waist and legs (i.e. smaller waist to quad ratio) and this has been a great fit. I do wish the rear gear loop were a bit more forward and the ice clipper slot inside the loop. Also, wish there was a haul loop. Overall, good harness. If it packed down a bit more (i.e. softer) and had the above changes, it would have been five stars.
Nothing Horrendous About It
Gerrard Allam
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Absolutely great harness. Super light weight harness with optimal positioned gear loops. I love how it breaths. Very comfy harness, can be on the wall for hours and hardly feel a thing. It also very lightweight one reason is because they did away with a bunch of nonsense that you find on other harnesses. Looks really cool as well :)
very light!!
atw4053767
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Much nicer than my previous Spinlock (made by Petzl for sailing purposes) harness!Sadly, sizing does not match up with Petzl's size guide. I just received a Large today with the sizes of:Waist: 34" - 42" (Petzl say: 31.5" - 37")leg loops: 25" (Petzl say: 22.5" - 24.5"Factor a + 2.5" on both waist and leg loops from Petzl's spec when you purchase.
Does this harness have a loop on the back...
Baiken
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Does this harness have a loop on the back for hanging a chalk bag like the Sama harness?
THUNDERHORSE
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No it does not.
As stated this is a very light harness designed for mimal bulk and giving your all on an onsight attempt.
For a more well rounded, utilitarian harness you may want to consider the afore mentioned sama.
Get it!!!
abe2984098
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Love the harness. It packs light and tight and the fit and feel is awesome. I have a 31" waist and medium is perfect. I wasn't to fond of the orange at first but it really grew on me; it will make you stand out from the pack.
Muy Bueno
Dave Watson
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Awesome. feather weight. I don't even notice it. Because of an elasticized triangle on the front of the leg loop, I can wear this in the summer sport climbing and over a down suit on 8000ers and still have the same great fit. Working routes can get a bit uncomfortable but that is the price to pay for excellence in nearly all other applications. Definitely in the category of "super gear". Be prepared to receive comments on the "flashy ness" of this harness.
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