What is Climbing harness?
[[File:Klim gordel.jpg|thumb|A sit string harness.]] A '''climbing harness''' (or simply '''harness''') is used by [[rock climbing|rock climbers]]. It is used to secure the climber to a piece of rope. It is one of the basic parts of the rock climbing equipment. == Types == There are different types of harnesses. * A '''sit string harness''' looks like a belt, which is connected to two loops. The belt is worn around the [[waist]] and the loops are worn at the [[legs]] the connection is worn in the front. This connection is called ''belay loop''. In this connection usually the knots are tied. Also it's used to belay the climber, with a knot or a securing device, like the [[Grigri]]. This is the most common type of climbing harnesses. * A '''chest harness''' is worn around the shoulders. It's additionally worn with the sit string harness. It's used to climb with a backpack. * A '''full-body harness''' is a combination of both. The chest harness and the sit string harness are connected. It's mostly worn by little children instead of a sit string harness. Workers who need to be secured of falling also usually wear this kind of harness. == References == {{reflist}} {{sport-stub}} [[Category:Protective clothing]] [[Category:Rock climbing]] [[Category:Mountain climbing]] [[Category:Sports equipment]]