BD Chaos vs. ArcTeryx 320 vs. Wild Country Elite

[Stopgo]

Hey all,

 

Wondering if anyone has gotten a chance to climb in any of these harnesses. I've hung in the BD and Arc for a bit at the store, but I'm curious what actual users have experienced with them. I'm looking for something good for cragging and the occasional alpine trip. I've also looked at the Wild Country Elite, which looks plush, has 5 gear loops, but it's a bit heavier. It's tempting, and if it was uber-comfy I could be swayed to lug the extra ounces around . . .

 

Any thoughts?

[G-spotter]

I don't think cragging you are going to notice a weight difference. And if you do it's a sign you are weak and need to train harder.

[Stopgo]

re: weight, I was more referring to using in the alpine.

[G-spotter]

I got the A300 for the alpine but I am trying to keep it for alpine/ice only and use a dedicated cragging harness for cragging

[kevino]

I have the 350 and use it for everything (ice, alpine, cragging) and thoroughly enjoy it. Got it on sale and haven't regretted it. Light, comfy and packs small. One thing I really enjoy is its low profile. When I was in the wind river range I would just wear it during approaches and while climbing ice in hyalite canyon I would just wear it between climbs and never felt uncomfortable.

[offroadfanatic]

I also have the 350.

 

I couldn't wear the 320 because the leg loops were too small and the fit was weird. I've got big thighs and a small waist.

 

I also use it for everything. Super low profile. Super light. Seems very durable. As or more comfortable as any harness I've ever sat in.

 

[RuMR]

I don't think cragging you are going to notice a weight difference. And if you do it's a sign you are weak and need to train harder.

i fell off once because of my harness weight and qd weight! really, i did!!!

 

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