Gear Review
Arc'teryx R320a Rock Climbing Harness - Men's
Time to Upgrade
By Michael McGuigan
Ranked #238 - Men's Harnesses
September 22, 2008
This is the best gear "investment" I could have made. I have always used Arc'teryx harnesses but this thing raises the bar to a whole new level. Everything from the self-locking buckle to the wear safety markers make this a piece of equipment you can trust. And is it comfortable! I dangled for about 45 minutes from the top of a crag belaying my partners and never once went numb! Just check to make sure you really are wearing it - its that light!
View Details: Arc'teryx R320a Rock Climbing Harness - Men's
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes
Tech Specs:
- Material:
- [harness] double weave four-way stretch fabric, type 66 nylon webbing, Spacermesh; [buckle] 7075 T6 anodized aluminum; [gear loops] polyurethane
- Adjustable Leg Loops:
- yes
- Gear Loops:
- 4
- Haul Loop:
- yes
- Weight:
- 320 g
- Recommended Use:
- all-around rock climbing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 1 year
Change me.
2 Comments Last Reply: October 14, 2010 By: airwalker_310857
I disagree with the above review. I've had one for about 7 months now and after weekly use (not heavy) my harness still looks brand spankin new!
Helpful Votes: 0 Yes
I was excited to try the new Arcteryx R320. It may sound clique, but you really do forget that you have the harness on. The most comfortable harness I've used in 28 years of climbing. Unfortunately, the light weight comes at a price. The risers on the legloops wear through very quickly (even if you don't scoot on your butt with the harness on) and the tie-in points wear alarmingly quickly. Fortunately, the tie-in points are well reinforced our this would be quite scary. I love to get another, but at $135 per, I'll settle for something from Madrock or Camp for 1/4 that price!!
Helpful Votes: 2 Yes