Xenos
Description
From scrappy mixed caves to perfect blue water ice to imposing alpine faces, winter climbing can encompass a multitude of objectives. Luckily, one harness can handle them all—the Black Diamond Xenos. Built with our Kinetic Core Construction™ and a water-shedding shell material, the Xenos provides unparalleled performance on the wettest, coldest days of the winter. Pre-threaded Forged Speed Adjust buckles on the waistbelt and leg loops easily accommodate changing layers, and four gear loops and six Ice Clipper slots secure all the necessary winter protection.
From scrappy mixed caves to perfect blue water ice to imposing alpine faces, winter climbing can encompass a multitude of objectives. Luckily, one harness can handle them all—the Black Diamond Xenos. Built with our Kinetic Core Construction™ and a water-shedding shell material, the Xenos provides unparalleled performance on the wettest, coldest days of the winter. Pre-threaded Forged Speed Adjust buckles on the waistbelt and leg loops easily accommodate changing layers, and four gear loops...
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Weight (g) | 398 g M : 398 g / 14 oz BD doesn't provide the weights for other sizes so we're working on gathering this info by hand, stay tuned! |
| Fit | Unisex |
| Sizes | XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL |
| Gear Loops | 5 Gear loops |
| Ice Clip Slots | Yes, 6 |
| Belay / Tie-In | One Loop |
| Waist Buckle Type | Quick Adjust |
| Leg Buckle Type | Quick Adjust |
| Drop Seat | Yes |
| Haul Loop | Yes (12kN) |
| Certification | CE, UIAA |
| Size Chart | S (will fit the upper range of XS) |
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The Xenos holds up well to abuse with a hydrophobic shell material that keeps it from freezing stiff on wet-and-wild climbs. During a series of freezing, wet-ice days, I forgot to unpack and dry my gear one night. The next day the Xenos was one of the only items not frozen into uselessness by the time we hiked to the day's first pitch. The harness is also foldable and light, while retaining structure—all features I appreciate. While there are drawbacks to the design, I've often used the Xenos over the years for both guiding and personal use.
Pros: Durable, packable, hydrophobic, makes ice climbing and leading ice easier and, thus, safer...something we all appreciate. Can be used year-round as a quiver-of-one harness.
Cons: Weird sizing/design puts the Ice Clipper slots in places that don't work well for me. Would like to see new ideas to address this issue. Buckles can be difficult to manipulate with gloves on.