What is the Blue Ice Addax Performance Harness?
The Blue Ice Addax Performance Harness is a game-changer for climbers. It prioritises speed, efficiency, and minimalism without compromising comfort and durability. This ultralight harness is a versatile companion for rock climbing, indoor adventures, mountaineering, and even the icy challenges of ice climbing.
What is it made of?
The Addax harness is constructed from a high-tech blend of UHMW polyethene, high tenacity PES, aircraft-grade aluminium, acetal buckles, and padded with EVA foam; the Addax is built for durability and comfort.
UHMW polyethene (Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is renowned for its excellent strength-to-weight ratio and abrasion resistance. It's commonly used in applications where high durability and low friction are crucial, making it an ideal choice for the structural integrity of the harness.
High-tenacity polyester is known for its toughness and resistance to stretching, providing added strength to key areas of the harness. By incorporating this material, the Addax harness maintains its shape and structural integrity even under significant stress.
The buckles and hardware of the Addax harness are crafted from aircraft-grade aluminium, prized for its lightweight yet durable properties. This ensures reliable performance without adding unnecessary bulk to the harness, contributing to its streamlined design and minimalist appeal.
The harness is padded with ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam, a soft yet resilient material known for its shock-absorbing properties and comfort. The EVA foam padding enhances the wearer's comfort during prolonged climbs by reducing pressure points and providing cushioning against the body.
What are its features?
The Addax harness is all about delivering top-notch climbing performance, so it comes with great features in mind.
Thanks to four big gear loops, you can keep all your climbing essentials right where you need them, whether they are cams, nuts, or quickdraws.
If you're tackling icy terrain, those two handy ice screw slots on the waist belt are absolute lifesavers. They guarantee convenient access to crucial ice protection.
With the waist speed buckle, adjusting on the fly is a breeze, so you're never slowed down when you need to keep moving.
The "Magic Ring" belay loop is strong, lightweight, and good at resisting friction. It's the perfect example of how this harness keeps things fast and light.
With a padded waist belt and leg loops that let you climb for hours without feeling sore If the fit does not feel right, no worries—the adjustable rear elastic has got you covered.
The Addax harness comes with certifications—CE/EN 12277 type C and UIAA. Type C means that it meets European safety standards specifically for climbing harnesses. This certification ensures that the harness has undergone rigorous testing and meets the requirements for safety and performance. Additionally, the UIAA certification indicates that the harness has been approved by the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation, further affirming its quality and reliability.
Features:
- Comfortable padded waist belt and leg loops
- Four large gear loops
- Two ice screw slots on a waist belt
- Waist speed buckle
- Full strength "Magic Ring" belay loop
- Adjustable and exchangeable rear elastic
- Ultralight weight
- Designed Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
- Ideal for mountaineering, rock, and ice climbing