Petzl adjama reddit For trad climbing, the loops are so big that I barely use the back 2 loops even with a double+ rack. I'm looking to buy a new harness and am stuck deciding between the petzl adjama, edlerid jay III and edelrid sendero. My current Arcteryx harness is super comfortable when whipping and more comfortable than the above for hanging belays. BD momentum, Petzl Corax or Adjama/Sama, or Mammut Togir 3 are pretty popular at my area for starting harnesses. I am 6'6" and 197lb and I plan on climbing over 90% indoors. The updated Adjama sports an extra gear loop for increased racking space, a wider waist belt for a more comfortable fit, and a new look, all while retaining the adjustable leg loops, and competitive price point. I think Ocun gets a bit trampled by the massive marketing machines that are BD and Petzl. Despite being a rather bulky harness, the Petzl Adjama is very comfortable while wearing it and mostly when hanging on it. Even with a good 4 inches of tail on the waist belt the left gear loop is really lopsided and makes it difficult to access. Aug 13, 2018 · Petzl Adjama Climbing Harness. The 2018 Petzl Adjam a is the latest and greatest in the Adjama line of climbing harnesses. I have done some research and I think I have narrowed my choices down to three options. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. If you're wondering, I'm 5'8", 153 lbs. Honestly just try on a bunch at your gym/shop and pick the one you'll be most happy with. Most of the package deal harness are great and will love you long time. I am shocked it isn't more popular. The Sama was slimmer/more technical, but for even for the 5. Adjama, in my opinion, is way more comfortable, and it's also much lighter. The black diamond momentum, black diamond solution, and the Petzl Aquila. I am currently using a petzl adjama but I only hung for 10 minutes in it in the store and so didn't realize that it cuts into my kidneys and gets really uncomfortable on 30+ minute hanging belays. I’ve had harnesses in the past that made me feel like a squished pancake (not the delicious kind), but the Petzl Adjama is a whole different Hi! Im pretty new to climbing and its gotten to the point where I need to get a harness. Also, Adjama sounds like pajama, and I like that. My main issue is that the rented ones at the gym are currently hindering my ability to have children…people have recommended Petzl harnesses to me specifically the Sama, Corax and the Adjama. The only way to determine this is to go hang in the harness in the shop for 40 minutes. See full list on outdoorgearlab. I have a different experience with the post-2018 Adjama: I am right in the sweet spot for the medium size but the gear loops on the left are not symmetrical to the right side and are too far back, the gear loop stitching is loose (lots of reports of people losing their rack of cams on climbs), and hanging comfort is no better or even worse than Petzl's entry-level harness, the Corax. Spoiler alert: it’s pretty awesome! First of all, let’s talk comfort. The BD harnesses have too small gear loops, which has been a customer complaint for about a decade now with no improvement. CMC makes a really good highly customizable harness, I have thought of sinking some money into one and seeing how it goes on a longer trial. Personally, for $160, I would buy a harness like Petzl Adjama or Sama (~$60), and then accessories like quickdraws (cheaper packs are like $60) and then a belay device or amazing custom etsy-style chalk bag for $40 (or belay gloves lol). On a price point, I think the Adjama costs twice as much. I'm going to have to say that I really don't like my adjama. Recently, I got an Arc'teryx R-275 LT. Using the same Endoframe technology also found in other Petzl harnesses, which essentially is an evenly distributed weight-bearing method covered in thin, breathable foam padding, this is one of the more comfortable harnesses to hang in. I do mostly gym and sport climbing, so strongly considering the jay, but would love input from yall as to which is most comfortable, or any weird features you don't like. If you want to spend money on that harness, go for it. Atm I am climbing about 3 times a week, but I plan on increasing that to 4-5 soon. 12s I climb the Corax is very okay. (These all look the same to me). I wore a size-M in a Petzl Adjama, and hated it, because at it's smallest size, it would be slightly too big on me, and also because it chafed like a sandpaper belt. Apr 14, 2025 · I’ve recently had the chance to put the Petzl Adjama Harness through its paces, and I thought I’d share my thoughts with you. The extra loop is nice but the fit is really weird. . Petzl makes what I think is the best harness if you need to be in a harness for more than a few hours. And the Petzl Adjama has weak gear loops that completely break off after minimal chimney climbing. It's perfect. Bring a book or magazine. For reference of the harnesses I've had this is how I'd order them fave to least, petzl adjama and petzl corax then wild country flow (lowest as the waist adjustment is only on one side but I had to tighten more than the adjama because I've got quite a slim waist). I've had a couple Corax harnesses over the past few years and I love 'em. I also prefer it's tie in loops. Weirdly, the Adjama can be more comfortable despite the narrower waist, but the Corax is exceptionally good for ice (can hold 4 ice clippers / caritool) and the double adjust buckles are awesome for using different amounts of clothing. Size-S. Also I found my Petzl Corax from 2016 to be much more comfy to hang in surprisingly. The lack of real-estate on the gear loops on the Sama was the deal-breaker. If your thighs are super-huge, you'll have to size up to Medium. I used to have a Sama, but got a Corax instead. com Aug 11, 2019 · I have had mammut, petzl adjama and cadillac harnesses in the past, and the arcteryx blows them all away. Aug 28, 2022 · Fit, Comfort & Ergonomy. spmuarayoenyfpnogfakcpvhfnhyazceoulltopqasgjezct