jesselillis Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 What is the string loop on the rear of the BD aspect harness for? I realize one could use it for a chalk bag or as an extra racking loop, but it doesn't seem specifically designed for either of those purposes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RafalA Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I clip non-climbing stuff to it such as v-thread cord, knife, hooker, etc. Also store water bottle, gloves, belay jacket, etc. on it. The cord loop is surprisingly strong: I've hung myself from it (150lbs or so) and it held without issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbigailSwayer Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 Agreed with RafalA. Things that are a little less priority must be kept in loop with the v-thread cord. I read this as one of pro tips of mountain climbing which works very well for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keenwesh Posted October 30, 2013 Share Posted October 30, 2013 I don't use the back loop on my aspect, because it's a cragging/alpine harness for me, and I try to keep the amount of shit hanging off me in those situations to a minimum. For wall climbing I use a BD big gun, which also has the back loop. I hang a water bottle, my hero loops, long prussiks for holding the rope while soloing, and big cams that I don't want whacking me in the dick. I'd say it's nice to have, but at the same time I'm not going to consider it a necessary feature when I buy my next wall harness (probably a yates or misty mountain) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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