Bridge length

[john87]

Hi all,

I have seen that you can get replacement bridges for your harness of different lengths. I was just wondering what the effect was of lengthening or shortening the bridge?? What happens?? Only thing i can imagine is that a shorter one would increase forces in the harness owing to the flatter angle of the bridge when loaded.. What else happens??

 

john.

[Mark Bolam]

The harness explodes and you die.

[Steve Bullman]

Mark is right. But after that happens shortening the bridge changes the centre of gravity and prevents the harness dragging up your groin. It does give you the sense you are going to tip backwards at first.

[Mark Bolam]

It’s personal preference really.

 

I prefer a slightly shorter bridge, but some prefer it as long as possible.

 

You can experiment with knotted friction cord or a tape sling (low down, obviously), to get a feel what’s best for you.

[Steve Bullman]

1 hour ago, Mark Bolam said:

The harness explodes and you die.

Is this all because someone said you're not as funny anymore? 😀

[john87]

Just asking as i saw someone the other day with a very long bridge, much much longer than mine, and i just wondered why this might be.. Should have asked them i suppose..

 

john..