Climbing harness

[tedward]

Hello all

I have a question if anyone can help?????does a harness have a life span (like a helmet does) this may seem a daft question but I am new to climbing and was thinking about buying a second hand harness to get me going but don't want to waste my money on something that's potentially unsafe and out of date

Thanks guys

[Ross Turner]

Most harnesses have a 5 year life span.

[Perkins]

don't buy a second hand harness, you never know if it's been shock loaded.

[TreeswingerPerth]

Don't risk second hand , it aint worth it mate .

[Quercus-90]

Plus second hand arb gear fetches silly money on flea bay! So waste of money IMO

 

 

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[tedward]

Thanks for the advise guys,seen a few on eBay and your right silly money for old kit!!!

A new one it is then

[ghuggan]

Just a wee tip. If it's your first harness and you not real sure about the kit, it's best to go to a descent arb kit dealer and try them out. Sorry if I'm pointing out the obvious but I hear of too many people just order a harness online and regret it. Recommendations are good but everyone's a different shape. Oh and to stay on topic defo new harness.