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Petzl Adjama Front View
  • Petzl Adjama Front View
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  • Petzl Adjama Leg Buckle
  • Petzl Adjama Haul Loop

Adjama 2017

Rating

My vote: None ( 3.9 avg )

Description

The adjustable leg loops of the ADJAMA harness make it an ideal piece of equipment for mountaineering and ice climbing. With its ENDOFRAME Technology construction, it provides excellent weight distribution around the waist and legs to ensure greater comfort. The DoubleBack Light buckles on the waistbelt and leg loops ensure quick and easy adjustment. The tie-in points are made of high-tenacity polyethylene for improved resistance to rope friction.

Description

ENDOFRAME Technology construction guarantees excellent weight distribution for optimal comfort:
- waistbelt and leg loops with doubled straps
- waistbelt wider on the sides
No compression points or chafing zones on the waistbelt because there are no crossing seams
DoubleBack Light buckles allow quick and easy adjustment of the waistbelt and leg loops
Tie-in points:
- high-tenacity polyethylene for improved resistance to rope friction
- red wear indicator on lower bridge to easily identify when the harness should be retired
Adjustable leg loops allow the harness to be donned while wearing mountaineering or ski boots, or to easily adjust the size for different clothing
Four equipment loops: two rigid ones in front for quick and easy access to equipment and two flexible ones in the rear to avoid creating pressure points with a backpack
Two slots for CARITOOL tool holder
Detachable leg loop elastics

Specifications

Material(s): nylon, polyester, EVA, polyurethane, aluminum, high-tenacity polyethylene

Retail price

US$ 74.95
Weight (g)

Weight

In grams, the weight, as stated by the manufacturer/brand.

If there are differences in weight (due to multiple sizes or optional accessories) we'll list them here.

The default weight is the middle-most size, often this is size M.

420 g

S : 390 g / 13.8 oz
M : 420 g / 14.8 oz
L : 470 g / 16.6 oz
XL : 490 g / 17.3 oz
(weight converted from grams to ounces)

Fit Unisex
Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Gear Loops

Number of Gear Loops

Gear loops are used to hold gear (quickdraws, cams, etc) onto your harness. 4 gear loops is most common.

0 - 1 Gear Loops

Most often on full body harnesses or guide/gym style harnesses.

2-3 Gear Loops

Mostly found on lighter harnesses made for [ski] mountaineering or high-end sport climbing where weight is a high priority.

4 - 5 Gear Loops

The standard/most common number for climbing harnesses. Perfect for sport and trad.

More Than 6 Gear Loops

Designed for long multi-pitch and big wall climbing, found on harnesses made to hold the maximum amount of gear.

Worth Considering

Occasionally, the number of gear loops will change on a harness model depending on the size. There could be 7 gear loops for the med/large but only 5 gear loops for the xsmall/small. In this case we list the highest number for the filters, and then write an explanation on the product page like, “Size S/XS can only fit 5 gear loops.”

4 Gear loops
Ice Clip Slots

Ice Clip Slot

Ice clipper slots are made to fit a carabiner that holds ice screws. These slots are generally only used by ice climbers but there is no disadvantage to having them on your harness.

Less than 40% of harnesses will have ice clipper slots. And those harnesses will usually have 2 or 4 slots, often located next to, or between, the gear loops.

Yes, 2
Belay / Tie-In One Loop
Waist Buckle Type Quick Adjust
Leg Buckle Type Quick Adjust
Drop Seat Yes
Haul Loop

Haul Loop

Trad climbers often look for a haul loop as they're intended to haul a rope (second line) or pack (while you climb the chimney).

A haul loop can also hold shoes or other accessories. Although not the intended use, it is also commonly used to hold a chalk bag.

Yes ­
Certification CE, EN, UIAA
Size Chart

S (will fit the upper range of XS)
Waist : 71-77 cm / 28-30.3 in
Legs : 47-57 cm / 17.7-22.4 in
M
Waist : 77-84 cm / 30.3-33.1 in
Legs : 51-61 cm / 20.1-24 in
L
Waist : 84-92 cm / 33.1-36.2 in
Legs : 54-64 cm / 21.3-25.2 in
XL (will fit the lower range of XXL)
Waist : 92-100 cm / 36.2-39.4 in
Legs : 56-66 cm / 22-26 in
(we converted centimeters to inches)

AVG RATING
5.04
( 5 avg )
Rating
5.04
( 5 avg )

An Almost Perfect Harness

Pros
So Comfortable
Leg Loop Buckles
Good Gear Loops
Cons
Wish it had a fifth gear loop
Familiarity
I’ve used it a bunch

This is one of my favorite harnesses. It's comfortable, and the leg loop buckles are really nice for ice climbing, as are the ice clipper slots. I do wish it had a fifth gear loop like the new one, as that's really the only thing that sets it above the sama.

That being said, it is a great harness, and my go to ice and trad harness.

Outdoor Gear Lab Gear Review rating 3.3/5

The Petzl Adjama harness is very similar to the highly-rated Petzl Sama climbing harness with the difference being that it has adjustable leg loops. If you like buckles on the legs, then this is a great harness that is light, comfortable, highly breathable and very adjustable.

The Adjama is a great all-around climbing harness if you climb everything from sport to mountaineering. It is one of the lightest harnesses with leg buckles. The downside is that it is more expensive than the Sama, which we like more. But if you must have adjustable leg loops, you will enjoy the Adjama.

Splitter Choss Gear Review rating 3.5/4

Overall it’s a comfortable, adjustable rig that’s great for sport climbing, trad, ice and even mountaineering. The burly construction should hold up well, though there are certainly lighter offerings out there in the same vein.

Details of the Sama, Adjama, Selena, Luna Harnesses

This video goes over the different features of the harnesses in Petzl's line -- talking about the difference in mens/womens versions and the type of climbing you're doing.

Watch a tour of Petzl's facilities as they explain all the testing involved

Warning: This video is dubbed in English. If you're getting antsy, skip to section 7:40-8:15 for one of the most interesting parts, where they show a hardware specific camera inspection.