The JAY is a tried-and-tested, all-round harness for use when climbing in the gym and at the crag as well as on via ferratas and when mountaineering. Now in its fourth generation, the harness is more comfortable than ever. This is partly thanks to the butterfly shape of the waist belt, which optimally distributes the load and offers good hanging comfort. The hip padding can be moved using the center fit construction for optimum adjustment and positioning. The two parallel tie-in points are very soft and smooth. Together with the enlarged upper tie-in point, this enables simpler tie-ins and offers greater overall comfort. The enlarged central ring also provides additional comfort when standing and belaying. The O-shape of the JAY makes it particularly ideal for climbers whose waist and hips are of a similar size.
Features
- Center fit construction: sliding waist belt padding that can be centrally positioned enables optimum harness adjustment
- Butterfly shape for increased hanging comfort and optimum load distribution
- The hip belt and leg loops become higher with increasing size
- Parallel tie-in points on the hip and leg loops with textile abrasion protection made from an HMPE-polyamide blend bluesign® PRODUCT
- Fully opening, self-locking Slide Block buckles in the waist belt and leg loops, which make it easier to put on when wearing skis or crampons
Technical Information
- Certification: EN 12277 Typ C
- Certification: UIAA 105
- Material: Polyamide
- Adjustable leg loops
- Attachment options for ice screw clips
- Moveable foam waist padding
How to find the perfect fit for your climbing harness
The measurements give a good initial indication of which harnesses to consider from the retailer's shelf. Attention: The sizes differ depending on the manufacturer. As with an item of clothing, the cut of the harness is also very important in addition to the dimensions.
A perfectly fitting climbing harness is fixed at the waist in such a way that it cannot be pushed over the hips. It is important to make sure that the material loops point towards the floor and that the tie-in loop and the leg loops are not twisted. How to tighten the harness correctly is shown in the illustrations below.
Most harnesses are designed to fit different body shapes. We offer many of our models in different shapes for improved comfort and optimal load distribution. Climbers whose waists and hips have a similar circumference will go for the "O-shape" harnesses.
For those with a slightly narrower waist compared to hips, the "A-shape" is the right choice. In addition, these harnesses have slightly larger leg loops in relation to the waist band and the belay loop is longer.
For maximum hanging comfort, both the leg loops and the waist belt should not be too tight or too wide. Therefore, when buying harnesses without adjustable leg loops, it is vital to ensure that they fit perfectly. In order not to restrict the freedom of movement a flat hand should fit between the leg loop and the thigh. Equally, a flat hand should fit between the waist and waist belt.
Most shops will facilitate a hang test. The best way is to try different harnesses, tie in and hang out! The harness should not cut into the body and should fit snugly.