Black Diamond Blizzard

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The Blizzard is a sit harness made by Black Diamond. It has an average rating of 5 stars (out of 5), based on 3 user reviews.

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From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. Black Diamond Blizzard Expert Harness (Fall 2009) The Blizzard Harness by Black Diamond excels in winter conditions. Adjustable leg loops allow for all-season use and nine Ice Clipper slots offer customized racking. Comes with one Ice Clipper.Weight: 485 g (1 lb 1 oz ) size medium"

From US Outdoor Store:
"Description of Black Diamond Blizzard Climbing HarnessThe Blizzard is specialized for hard winter climbing, from drytooling testpieces to one-day pushes on alpine walls. This fully adjustable harness is constructed from hydrophobic foam laminate, with a thermoformed bullhorn waistbelt to keep your back intact and padded leg loops to keep the circulation flowing at hanging belays. It includes an Ice Clipper and nine Ice Clipper slots for maximum racking speed. The Blizzard also features four gear loops and a haul loop.Features:Weight: 485 g (1 lb 1 oz)Fully adjustable harnessHydrophobic foam laminateThermoformed bullhorn waistbeltIncludes an Ice Clipper and 9 Ice Clipper slotsFour gear loopsHaul loop"

From Backcountry.com:
"The new Black Diamond Blizzard is their most functional, comfortable ice and mixed climbing harness. With a compression-molded bullhorn waistbelt and added lumbar support, the Blizzard offers great support when belaying on multi-pitch routes or hanging M-climbing. Snow shedding, durable fabrics on both the interior and exterior provide a hydrophobic barrier. It has a wider fit range than BD's other harnesses, accommodating several layers of clothing for colder temps. Adjustable leg loops allow for all-season use and nine Hypalon Ice Clipper slots allow for customized racking. Comes with one Ice Clipper. Vendor"

From EMS:
"Optimized for hard winter climbing, Black Diamond's fully adjustable Blizzard harness includes an Ice Clipper and nine Ice Clipper slots for maximum racking speed. Constructed from hydrophobic foam laminate, the Blizzard's thermoformed bullhorn waist belt keeps your back intact. Padded, adjustable leg loops keep the circulation flowing at hanging belays. Four traditional-molded gear loops. Full-strength haul loop. Weighs 1 lb. 1 oz. (size medium). Waist/Leg Sizes:Size 2 fits waist 28-33 in., leg 21-25 in.Size 4 fits waist 30-35 in., leg 22-26 in.Size 6 fits waist 32-37 in., leg 23-27 in.Size 8 fits waist 34-39 in., leg 24-28 in.Size 10 fits waist 36-41 in., leg 25-29 in."

User Reviews

Blizzard
Reviewed by Bart, Oct 19, 2007

"This is a great harness for ice, and I would echo all of the positive things said in the previous two reviews.

There is one detail that I found could be improved, and that is the layout of the ice clipper slots. They are situated in a way that they pretty much overlap the gear loops."

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Blizzard
Reviewed by Bill S, Aug 15, 2007

"I am currently on my third Blizzard, having used them for about 10 years on mostly glacier and ice climbs, but a few rock climbs as well. Recently, I used the current version on Mt Vinson. I find it to be very comfortable, even when hauling a sled and carrying a full expedition pack."

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Blizzard
Reviewed by Lando, Oct 21, 2006

"The best harness I have ever used. It works equally well on rock and snow. I have worn it on all kinds of climbs, and it is always comfortable. It is fairly lightweight, for its features. I have found the gear loops to work well, but you need a sling to rack some gear if your climb is a long, sustained trad route."

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