Yates Shield Harness

Unbeatable comfort for big walls, long ice routes and hanging belays

The Shield is a fully padded big wall harness. The SAFELOCK Double Pass Buckle Closure System adds security and eliminates webbing creep in buckle systems during hauling. It has a 5-inch Swami belt lined with Polar-plus® and laminated 3/8 foam. Tapered anatomical design for flexibility and comfort. The Swami belt is secured using 4000 lb. rated double pass buckles. Waist belt adjusts 4-6 inches to accommodate extra clothing for cold weather climbs. Racking system uses large diameter sheathed tubing for easy clipping. The Shield leg loops are fully adjustable to accommodate a variety of sizing requirements. The leg loops are constructed of brushed Polyester webbing filled with 3/16 HYPURCEL® foam. This type of foam padding offers the best compression resistance and is guaranteed to never flatten out even after extended use. The leg loops are 2 3/4-in. wide for the small and 3 1/4-in. wide for M-XXL harnesses. The Shield offers unbeatable comfort and versatility.