Black Diamond Alpine Bod

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The Alpine Bod is a sit harness made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 4 stars (out of 5), based on 1 user review.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Black Diamond Alpine Bod All-Around Harness (Spring 2008) - Alpine Ascents Award Winner 2007 The Alpine Bod Harness by Black Diamond is a minimalist harness for alpinists who are going light. Supportive webbing, two gear loops and quick-release leg loops. Excellent retail price!Weight: 395 g (14 oz) size medium"

From Backcountry.com:
"Lightweight and simple, the Black Diamond Alpine Bod harness is perfect for climbers seeking to minimize weight and bulk for alpine climbing or glacier travel. A featherweight version of the Bod haness, the Alpine Bod retains its basic design witout sacrificing function. Designed to fit over several layers, with gear loops for easy racking, the Alpine Bod is an excellent choice for any climber or alpinist seeking the ultimate in lightweight gear. -Vendor"

From Altrec Outdoors:
"The alpinist's harness&#150with proven performance since sometime around the Pleistocene&#150the A-Bod is simple, minimal, perfected and classic. The Alpine Bod features quick-release leg loop buckles for easy on or off without removing your crampons. The lightweight design is sewn from durable, quick-dry nylon webbing and packs tightly to fit inside your pack. Each size is widely adjustable to accommodate clothing layers and features four handy gear loops."

From REI:
"Alpine Bod is designed for climbers who want just the essentials in a harness at a minimal price. Ultra-light, frill-free and fully functional, this harness is an ideal choice for ski mountaineers and alpine climbers. Adjustable, quick release leg loops for a secure, comfortable fit around the thighs. Wide waistbelt and leg loops are supportive and non-binding. Two gear loops keep racking climbing essentials close at hand."

User Reviews

Alpine Bod
Reviewed by Pliny, Apr 23, 2007

"Mine is the older model, gear loops have been added now. I find this harness has been adequate for alpine climbing and I have done low class rock climbing with it too. One advantage is that it is simple and lightweight. Another advantage is that it is adjustable because I seem to gain weight and use more clothing in the winter."

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