If you want to take your kid with you when going climbing a good idea is to buy a kids climbing harness that will surely fit your kid. This way you will be sure than it won’t rub or shift and thus your kid will be safe and with no abrasions or sores. The last thing you would want is your kid to slip out and fall because of a loose kids climbing harness. If you buy a harness that is to tight it will restrict the movements your kid can make when climbing.

For young climbers there are two harness types used:

Child's Harness Leg Loops and Waist Belt

It is the most used style for climbers regarding their age. The only difference between child’s harness and full-size harnesses is the size if waist belt, buckle and leg loop. The leg loops are not that large and the elastic straps used are a bit shorter. Also a buckle fastens the waist belt. This will give you a basic training in managing your gear. These types of harnesses are perfect for children regarding their age and is a better option for them than a full-size body harness. Most of the kids climbing harness will have gear loops at the waist belt.

Fully Body Harness

A kids climbing harnesss will hold your kid secure even during a fall. It is designed to keep the legs snug and the shoulders together while giving him the freedom to do all the movements required in climbing. There are slim chances to turn upside down because the harness is tied at a higher level which will lead to a lower gravity center and the feet and waists will swing down in a natural way. This type of harness is usually suited for climbing beginners. It if the best choice if you want to take your kid climbing with you for the first time. All of the major rock climbing barnd names make kids climbing harness that you can buy online or in a rock climbing store near you.

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