Gear Review
Black Diamond Blizzard Harness
Item #BLD0739
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Solid performer
By Joshua Keith
Ranked #556 - Men's Harnesses
January 2, 2009
I've used the harness for 2 seasons of alpine and vertical ice. It does the job well.
Pluses: racking options, full strength rear tie in point, adjustability, and comfort
Minuses: not a nimble rock harness, 'ice clipper' interferes with traditional racking,
Overall, pretty solid harness if you want a winter workhorse.
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1 Comments Last Reply: October 8, 2009 By: Jesse Lind
It's definitely not made to be a rock harness. The water-phobic padding/materials don't absorb sweat like most rock harnesses do which can result in less-than-desired comfort. I've never used it for rock, though--just ice. The ice clipper sort of interferes with traditional racking, but only slightly. After a few climbs, it's super easy to deal with it. And the ice clippers are totally worth it.
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