Brand: Black Diamond
Category: Harnesses
Recommended by Woody Jacobson, AMGA Certified Rock Guide — Seattle, WA
Highlights: lightweight, durable, comfortable, multi pitch
The Men's Solution Guide Harness is a versatile and durable climbing harness designed for adventurers who tackle everything from granite cliffs to icy peaks. Its innovative features ensure comfort and functionality, making it an essential piece of gear for climbers of all levels. 1. Designed with robust gear loops that can hold up to 15 quickdraws each, allowing for efficient pitch linking and extended climbs. 2. Adjustable leg loops provide a customizable fit, enhancing comfort and performance during various climbing activities. 3. Equipped with ice clipper slots, making it suitable for winter climbing and mixed conditions. 4. Features Contour Edge technology in the leg loops and waist, which maintains rigidity at the center while softening at the edges to minimize pressure points. 5. Constructed with a seamless Dyneema Infinity Loop for secure belaying, ensuring safety and reliability. 6. Includes a rated rear fifth gear loop that is easy to locate, adding convenience for climbers. 7. Lightweight design without compromising durability, perfect for long days on the wall or multi-pitch climbs. The Men's Solution Guide Harness is ideal for climbers engaging in multi-pitch routes, sport climbing, and alpine ascents. It excels in various environments, from desert towers to icy terrains, making it suitable for year-round use. Targeted at both novice and experienced climbers, this harness is perfect for those seeking comfort during long belays or extended climbing sessions, ensuring they can focus on their performance without distractions.
Price: $119.95
- Who it's for
- Climbers who need one harness across multiple disciplines — trad, sport, ice, mixed, and alpine. The adjustable leg loops make it practical for layered cold-weather outings.
- What people are saying
- Hosts consistently praise the roomy gear loops, durability, and comfort at hanging belays. The adjustable leg loops and ice clipper slots are called out as key functional wins.
- Worth noting
- Kevlar construction is noted for long-term durability. Black Diamond recently enlarged the gear loops — a specific upgrade hosts flag as meaningful for carrying a full rack.
Woody Jacobson's review
Great harness for all types of rock climbing; sport and trad, single and multi pitch. Lightweight but still very comfortable at hanging belays. Roomy gear loops to fit your entire rack. Don't worry, you don't have to be a guide to buy one of these!
Recommended by Woody Jacobson, AMGA Certified Rock Guide
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Men's Solution Guide Harness for?
Climbers who need one harness across multiple disciplines — trad, sport, ice, mixed, and alpine. The adjustable leg loops make it practical for layered cold-weather outings.
What do experts say about the Men's Solution Guide Harness?
Hosts consistently praise the roomy gear loops, durability, and comfort at hanging belays. The adjustable leg loops and ice clipper slots are called out as key functional wins.
What should you know before buying the Men's Solution Guide Harness?
Kevlar construction is noted for long-term durability. Black Diamond recently enlarged the gear loops — a specific upgrade hosts flag as meaningful for carrying a full rack.
What does Woody Jacobson say about the Men's Solution Guide Harness?
Great harness for all types of rock climbing; sport and trad, single and multi pitch. Lightweight but still very comfortable at hanging belays. Roomy gear loops to fit your entire rack. Don't worry, you don't have to be a guide to buy one of these!
Why does Woody Jacobson recommend Black Diamond?
Woody Jacobson recommends the Black Diamond Men's Solution Guide Harness for harnesses. Great harness for all types of rock climbing; sport and trad, single and multi pitch. Lightweight but still very comfortable at hanging belays. Roomy gear loops to fit your entire rack. Don't worry, you don't have to be a guide to buy one of these!
Is the Men's Solution Guide Harness a good harnesse?
Yes — Woody Jacobson recommends the Men's Solution Guide Harness by Black Diamond as their harnesses pick. Great harness for all types of rock climbing; sport and trad, single and multi pitch. Lightweight but still very comfortable at hanging belays. Roomy gear loops to fit your entire rack. Don't worry, you don't have to be a guide to buy one of these!
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What other hosts are saying
5 experts recommend the Black Diamond Men's Solution Guide Harness.
Carol Viau, AMGA Certified Ski Guide/SPI, PSIA L3 Ski Instructor, Via Ferrata Guide
Happy with this BD harness. I personally like adjustable leg loops in case I'm wearing extra layers.
Recommended in Climbing Gear
I currently use an Black Diamond technician harness (no longer manufactured) for my ice/mixed climbing, but this harness is their new, very similar product. Simple, robust all-around harness with ice clipper loops.
Recommended in Helmets, Harnesses & Attachment Accessories
Joe Kalis, Oncology Pharmacist / Aspiring Guide
My personal all-around harness for ice, trad, and alpine routes. Carries a lot of gear and carries it well! Adjustable to fit over whatever layers are needed on an outing.
Recommended in Ice Climbing
Black Diamond recently made the guide harnesses have bigger gear loops! These harnesses are made with Kevlar to help them last a super long time. Great for a durable Joshua Tree harness
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