The Petzl Corax Harness Gear Review – A long standing popular choice with all climbers everywhere.
Price: £59.00 each but available for less in the UK
Pros: Affordable, very adjustable with double buckles on waist belt, adjustable leg loops, lots of gear storage
Cons: Heavier than some other makes
Manufacturer: Petzl
Petzl Corax Harness Description
- Durable construction for summer and winter activities
- Waistbelt equipped with two DoubleBack buckles which easily adjust and center the harness, keeping the equipment loops in optimal position
- Adjustable leg loops allow easy adjustment of the harness to different body types and clothing
- Two rigid front equipment loops
- Two flexible, high-capacity equipment loops in back for carrying all necessary equipment without interfering with a backpack
- Accessory loop in rear center
- Compatible with CARITOOL EVO for transporting ice screws
- FRAME Technology design allows the weight to be distributed between the waistbelt and the leg loops
- Pressure points lined with soft fabric
Petzl Corax Harness Specifications
- Material(s): high-strength polyester webbing, closed-cell foam, polyester
- Certification(s): CE EN 12277 type C, UIAA
- Weight 490g
- 65-96cm waist belt
- 48.5-59cm leg loops
- Indoor Climbing, Trad Climbing, Sport-Climbing, Winter Climbing
The Jurassic Verdict
The Petzl Corax is notable in that it combines maximum adjustability with impressive versatility. It is also very comfortable and at a very reasonable price. This harness has double buckles on the waist, making it easy to adjust the fit perfectly. Whilst still keeping the belay loop and gear loops perfectly centered. The Petzl Corax also has large gear loops that have ample space for holding the necessary gear for any route. If adjustability, versatility, and low price are important factors to you when selecting a harness. Then be sure to give the Petzl Corax a look.
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