Review on Enhance Safety and Comfort with PETZL - VOLTIGE Adjustable Chest Harness by Jim Cox

First Impression: Well, its 1.5" (maybe 2") line is pretty straight. ) when you fall or just hang on the edge of a cliff or tower. It's easy to adjust (when you're not wearing it) and feels secure when it snaps into place. Abrasion protection is good at the carabiner points, but you still need to use smooth, rounded carabiners, just to extend life. Life. It is also reversible, unlike some other options. Cons: No padding, but the width of the strap helps lessen the load when you're hanging. Please note that all chest straps I've seen have no padding. This is mainly done to keep you from tipping over and falling out of the hip belt. If you download it, it's not so bad if you hang it horizontally on the wall, for example. Climbing with chest strap only) The reversible design of the straps allows you to place the buckles where you want (on your shoulders/chest or under your arms). For those just starting out in rock climbing, like most, you'll need a carabiner harness to function properly. If you are at this point in your climbing career I would definitely recommend finding a qualified climbing instructor to help you get started and answer your questions.