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$Black Diamond Primrose AL Climbing Harness - Women\'s$

Black Diamond Primrose AL Climbing Harness - Women's

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Designed to meet the demands of female climbers, the Black Diamond Primrose AL climbing harness can be used for nearly any style of climbing during any season.

Padded, bullhorn-shaped waistbelt is ergonomically designed for all-day comfort; soft lining won't irritate skin
Adjustable leg loops let you add layers for cool-weather climbing and are droppable for quick entry/exit while wearing crampons, plastic boots or skis
Four pressure-molded gear loops cleanly rack quickdraws, cams and ice screws
Dedicated belay loop adds convenience and safety; full-strength rear haul loop allows you to trail a second rope on long multipitch routes

Weight (see spec chart) is based on size Medium. See specifications below for size detail:

X Small fits waist 24 - 27 in., leg 17 - 21 in.
Small fits waist 27 - 30 in., leg 19 - 23 in.
Medium fits waist 30 - 33 in., leg 22 - 26 in.
Large fits waist 33 - 36 in., leg 25 - 29 in.

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Black Diamond Primrose AL Climbing Harness - Women's Customer Reviews

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Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's

4.2

(based on 20 reviews)

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Comfortable (18)
Durable (18)
Simple (17)

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor (18)
Outdoors (17)
Long climbs (7)
Sprint climbs (4)

- Sizing:
- Feels full size too small
  
  Feels half size too small
  
  Feels true to size
  
  70%
  (14 reviews)
  Feels half size too big
  
  Feels full size too big

- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (8), Avid climber (6), Getting started (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)

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Mar

2009

(6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

No Chafing Here

By languorouslove

from CO

About Me Avid Climber

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

No autodoublebacking
Not breathable

Best Uses

Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

This was my first harness and I've been using it for over a year. I find it comfortable, with good padding, and I have never had problems with chafing. It is a great harness if you are starting out and don't plan to climb too hard/long.

Sizewise, I debated between XS and S because I fall between the 2 sizes. I got XS, which fit but was a squeeze. If you're stuck between sizes, it would be better to go with the larger one.

The main thing I don't like is that sweat builds up under the padding. Because of this, I refuse to wear the harness longer than 1-3 hours. Upon removal, my clothing/body retains imprinted moisture which dissipates after 10-15 minutes. Fortunately the harness airs out fine after I stuff it into its mesh sack, because it never
smells gross.

I would recommend this harness to friends who climb casually and infrequently.

I would not recommend this harness to friends who climb regularly and/or intensely.

Aug

2008

(6 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Puts the "Fun" in Function

By Good Golly Miss Molly

from Lake Leelanau, MI

About Me Casual/ Recreational

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Canyoneering
Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

I have tried on many harnesses in and outside of the store and have found this one to be the most comfortable. I have worn a Petzl harness before and it gave me bruises on my "love handles" and did the same thing to another girl I was with. Also the petzl pinched a little bit "down there" where this one did not. I am 5'2" 155 lbs and I wear a medium just fine. I thought I was going to be a large. The only drawback that I can see right now it that it feels not as durable as the Petzl but we will just wait and see a couple years down the line.

Aug

2009

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great for guys too!

By Chef Mitch

from Silver Spring, MD

About Me Avid Climber

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor
Long Climbs
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

I've been climbing with this harness for just under a year (3x/week indoors; outdoors when I can). I've been described as having "child-bearing" hips and used to be pear-shaped. I still have "tree trunks for thighs" as a friend once commented. I'm 5'9 170. This harness is a good fit for me. I tried just about every brand, in every style (men's and women's) and the fit was just right, smallish in the waist with more room in the thighs, and more length between waist and thigh than a man's harness. If you're shaped like a woman (whether male or female), I suggest trying this harness.

My only problem is that my waist-to-thigh circumference ratio necessitated a medium harness. The problem is that the medium waist is just a little too big, while the small's leg loops are a little too small. I went for comfort in the legs.

Last note: I spent a day photographing kids climbing. I set up a rappel and hung (with three leg wraps) for a long time. I had no discomfort issues from the harness.

May

2008

(5 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Close, but no cigar

By thefalcon7

from Colorado

About Me Avid Climber

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Pros

Durable
Simple

Cons

Chafes

Best Uses

Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

The newest version of the Primrose was improved overall except for the leg loops. The old leg loops were *much* better. The old leg loops were padded, but *tapered* dramatically in the inside thigh area. The new leg loops taper a *bit* in the inner thigh area, but are *so* padded and wide they chafe the inner thigh. I weigh 110 lbs. and am 5'5" so I don't naturally have that problem.

I was *so* disappointed in the new Primrose for the problematic leg loops.

Aug

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Great Harness!

By HeatherD

from Centennial, CO

About Me Getting Started

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

This is my 2nd black diamond and my 3rd harness. I've only had it for a few months but so far its been great. It's easy to put on, it adjusts well and it's comfortable for climbs. I'm usually in the gym for a few hours each time and i haven't found it was uncomfortable at all. It was a nice change from a mens harness... Fits great.

Jul

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Secure and Comfy

By Reaching High

from San Francisco, CA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Attractive
Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

This is my first harness, so I only have rental harnesses to compare to. I've used this stylish harness for both gym and outdoor top roping and I love it. I'm small (5'1") and the XS is a great fit. I also like how self-explanatory the straps are - I was able to step right in and fasten it up with no explanations. I also like how the gear loops are sheathed in plastic: adds durability and ease of use.

Apr

2008

(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Comfort and Value

By Spiderwoman

from Marietta, GA

About Me Avid Climber

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor
Long Climbs
Outdoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

This harness is definately comfortable, with the padded waist and leg straps. The rear loop on the back of the harness is perfect for a tie in, when belaying a heavier climber, or for carrying extra gear. The harness is easy to adjust, put on, and take off. The smart design, excellent features, and comfort make it the best harness I have ever used. It is great in all types of weather and does not uncomfortably rub the legs, like other harnesses do. I would definately recommend this harness to everyone!

Feb

2010

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Good harness for a good price

By Mandanza

from Seattle, WA

About Me Getting Started

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable

Cons

Best Uses

Indoor

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

Caveat: I am a beginning climber, and this is the first harness I've ever owned. But, I think this is a great harness, especially for a beginner climber who wants good reliable gear but doesn't want to shell out a ton of money.

I like it quite a lot. It's comfortable and fits well. I compared the nearly-identical men's version of this harness, and this one does have a larger padded area around the thigh. Unless you are extremely skinny, having padding around more of your leg means more comfort, so I do recommend the women's version.

Pretty much every woman at my climbing gym has this harness. (Its lavendar color is pretty obvious.) Aside from the movie-cliche-oh-no-we're-wearing-the-same-dress (non-)issue, there's a reason for that. It's a good harness from a reliable manufacturer, and it's also just about the cheapest padded harness at REI.

The only con is that it has the sort of buckles that you do have to manually double-back, but honestly, that's an extra two seconds of work. It hasn't been a hassle for me at all.

Nov

2008

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Never Go Back!

By Whitney

from Adrian, Oregon

About Me Avid Climber

See all my reviews

Pros

Comfortable
Durable
Simple

Cons

None

Best Uses

Outdoor
Sprint Climbs

Comments about Black Diamond Primrose AL Harness - Women's:

Okay...So I have had many Harnesses and this is my favorite one. This is the most confortable, you dont have to keep pulling up the legs and it didnt bruise my hips. Total Bliss!