We love how easy it is to get on and adjusted quickly and how the front buckle holds everything together (including the shoulder straps) until the kids are ready to tie in. The two buckle tightening system is easy and saves having to fiddle much with the harness. The major drawback of this harness is the fact that the padding is stiff and is relatively uncomfortable for both hanging in and for approaching the wall or playing at the base. The Black Diamond Momentum Full Body has a similar..." go to full review

Security. Security. Security. Once this harness is cinched up, it is one of the most secure designs we tested. With easy shoulder, waist and leg adjustments, it will fit almost any kid up to 85 lbs and keep even the most top-heavy kids upright with its single, high, tie in point.go to full review

The Trango Junior makes an excellent option for a first harness. Super versatile sizing and good comfort make it a safe, easy bet for the little ones or those with special needs. You can throw this on your youngest daughter or her older brother, and as long as they are under the 80-pound max weight, it will provide a good, comfortable experience. If the kid is a bit older and has the capability of getting a good fit on the waist and can keep themselves upright when they hang, a seat harness..." go to full review

This all-around kids harness, while having a basic design, has most of the features needed in a kid's sit harness. Most importantly, the lightweight design is comfortable and adjustable. It makes a good choice for smaller kids ready to move up from a full body harness. Now the entire family can sport the Momentum.go to full review

With all the similar options available for kids sit harnesses, there are a couple of nice things that set this harness apart from the crowd. For one, the buckles slide and release super smoothly for use by even the smallest hands. And two, for hanging it is one of the two most comfortable available. However, a couple of things keep it from being a top performer. The craftsmanship doesn't meet the same standard as the others, and its stiff padding leaves kids wishing for a softer feel.go to full review

Petzl knows how to make a great harness and this little harness checks all the boxes. Comfort should always be a major consideration, and this is comfortable both on and off the wall. It features everything they'll need for any type of climbing activity, including large color-coded belay loop and tie in points, to the largest available pair of gear loops in a youth harness. If you are looking for a kids harness that can do just about anything the child will ask of it, the Petzl Macchu should..." go to full review

Black Diamond did a great job designing this harness. Not only does the harness look quality and high tech, but the padded shoulder harness and leg loops do an excellent job of supporting the climber's weight. Any kid who has a brand new passion for climbing often will love this comfortable, sporty harness.go to full review

On first impression, the Ophir didn't blow us away. It seemed basic and like nothing special, but after digging in a little, we started to appreciate everything it offers. It has tons of useful features that make it the best overall sit harness in our test, perfect for any kid regardless of how experienced they are or what their goals may be. Not only does it have features that the climber can appreciate, but it also has safety features that give peace of mind to the adults in the room (or..." go to full review

This harness won't ever be a limiting factor for kids who use it. It could very well be more harness than most kids would ever need, but with the great price, comfort, and security, it would work well for almost every kid who needs a full body harness. For extra adjustability or kids over 65 pounds, we would recommend the Petzl Simba but at the cost of comfort and bonus features.go to full review

If you want a bomber all around ice tool that can serve you well cragging at the ice park as well as climbing mixed routes high in the alpine, this is the tool for you.  Its low weight makes it a dream for long approaches to routes in the backcountry and allows you to fight off the pump you get from swinging heavy tools repeatedly.  I would give these tools a 4.5/5. The only reason it didn’t get a full five is the lack of a spike on the end of the shaft for plunging.go to full review