Brand: Petzl
Category: Harnesses
Recommended by Cal Seeley, Climbing Guide — Lyme, NH
Highlights: lightweight, comfortable, gym climbing, trad climbing
The Petzl Aquila Harness is a versatile and comfortable climbing harness designed for sport climbing, traditional climbing, and mountaineering in any season. Its adjustable features and ergonomic design ensure a secure fit for climbers of all body types, making it a reliable choice for both beginners and seasoned adventurers. 1. Adjustable leg loops allow for a customizable fit, accommodating various body shapes and clothing layers. 2. Wide, padded waistbelt enhances comfort during prolonged use, reducing pressure points on the body. 3. Lightweight construction ensures ease of movement without compromising durability, ideal for long climbs. 4. Multiple gear loops provide ample space for organizing climbing equipment, enhancing efficiency on the route. 5. Reinforced tie-in points increase longevity and safety, ensuring reliable performance during climbs. 6. Suitable for all seasons, making it a practical choice for year-round climbing activities. 7. Available in a range of sizes, including Large, to fit a variety of climbers comfortably. The Petzl Aquila Harness is designed for climbers engaging in sport climbing, trad climbing, and mountaineering, making it perfect for both outdoor and indoor environments. It excels in various conditions, from summer rock faces to winter ascents, catering to climbers of all skill levels. This harness is particularly beneficial for those who prioritize comfort and functionality during extended climbing sessions, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience in any season.
Price: $144.95
- Who it's for
- Trad and multipitch climbers who prioritize gear-carrying capacity and comfort without sacrificing too much weight. Route setters and guides have also used it successfully for extended hang time.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the five gear loops, comfort, and balance of light weight with features. The main criticism is that it lacks ice clipper loops, making it a poor fit for ice climbing, and one host finds the padding insufficient for sport climbing.
- Worth noting
- No ice clipper attachment loops — multiple hosts flag this as a hard limitation for ice and alpine climbing. One host explicitly calls it too heavy for mountaineering or ski mountaineering.
Cal Seeley's review
My rock climbing and guiding harness. Very comfortable. Used to set routes at the local gym for a couple of hours hanging in this harness! Spacious gear loops make it a great traditional climbing harness. Can't recommend it for ice and alpine climbing, though. It lacks more robust ice clipper attachment loops.
Recommended by Cal Seeley, Climbing Guide
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Petzl Aquila Harness for?
Trad and multipitch climbers who prioritize gear-carrying capacity and comfort without sacrificing too much weight. Route setters and guides have also used it successfully for extended hang time.
What do experts say about the Petzl Aquila Harness?
Hosts consistently praise the five gear loops, comfort, and balance of light weight with features. The main criticism is that it lacks ice clipper loops, making it a poor fit for ice climbing, and one host finds the padding insufficient for sport climbing.
What should you know before buying the Petzl Aquila Harness?
No ice clipper attachment loops — multiple hosts flag this as a hard limitation for ice and alpine climbing. One host explicitly calls it too heavy for mountaineering or ski mountaineering.
What does Cal Seeley say about the Petzl Aquila Harness?
My rock climbing and guiding harness. Very comfortable. Used to set routes at the local gym for a couple of hours hanging in this harness! Spacious gear loops make it a great traditional climbing harness. Can't recommend it for ice and alpine climbing, though. It lacks more robust ice clipper attachment loops.
Why does Cal Seeley recommend Petzl?
Cal Seeley recommends the Petzl Petzl Aquila Harness for harnesses. My rock climbing and guiding harness. Very comfortable. Used to set routes at the local gym for a couple of hours hanging in this harness! Spacious gear loops make it a great traditional climbing harness. Can't recommend it for ice and alpine climbing, though. It lacks more robust ice clipper attachment loops.
Is the Petzl Aquila Harness a good harnesse?
Yes — Cal Seeley recommends the Petzl Aquila Harness by Petzl as their harnesses pick. My rock climbing and guiding harness. Very comfortable. Used to set routes at the local gym for a couple of hours hanging in this harness! Spacious gear loops make it a great traditional climbing harness. Can't recommend it for ice and alpine climbing, though. It lacks more robust ice clipper attachment loops.
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What other hosts are saying
5 experts recommend the Petzl Aquila Harness.
I love this harness, it holds gear incredibly well, is very comfortable and goes well with a darker color scheme.
Recommended in Desert Rock
This is the closest thing I have found to a do everything harness. I love this harness for its balance of features, light weight, and packability. I tend to use this trad climbing, multipitch climbing, and alpine climbing. I prefer something with more padding for sport climbing. This harness does not come with ice clipper loops, so I don't recommend it for ice climbing. This is way to heavy for a mountaineering or ski mountaineering harness.
Recommended in Climbing Harness
Chris Johnson, Apprentice Climbing Guide, Professional Ski Patroller
My go-to trad climbing harness. It has four large gear loops on the hips for racking cams, nuts, and slings, and a fifth gear loop on the rear that I use to rack my anchor material, belay devices, spare locking carabiners, etc.
Recommended in Trad Climbing Gear
I love this harness. Comfy and Hella gear loops, yet light enough to actually climb in.
Recommended in Rock Climbing
