Quick Summary
The EDELRID Ace III is a climbing harness with a butterfly shape, aimed at improving hanging comfort and load distribution. It also includes 3D Vent Lite technology, a fully open waist belt with a self-locking aluminium slide block buckle, five material loops and two attachment options for ice screw clips.
The harness also features a central ring made of dyneema and polyamide in core mantle construction, plus a red wear indicator in the waist belt strap.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | Climbing harness for harness-based climbing use. |
| Shape | Butterfly shape for increased hanging comfort and load distribution. |
| Waist and leg fit | With ascending size, the waist belt and leg loops become higher. |
| Material loops | Five material loops for carrying gear. |
| Ice screw clip options | Two attachment options for ice screw clips. |
| Waist belt | Fully open waist belt with self-locking aluminium slide block buckle. |
| Ventilation feature | 3D Vent Lite technology with PES bands in the waist belt and leg loops. |
| Wear indicator | Red wear indicator in the waist belt strap. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Size and fit: The waist belt and leg loops become higher as size increases, so the selected size matters for fit and positioning.
- Gear carrying: Five material loops give you a clear point to compare against the amount of kit you want to carry.
- Ice screw attachment: Check whether the two attachment options suit the way you plan to organise ice screw clips.
- Adjustment and fastening: The fully open waist belt and self-locking buckle are important if you want a harness that is easy to thread and secure correctly.
Compatibility, Size and Fit
This harness is size-sensitive. The waist belt and leg loops change in height as size increases, so the exact size should be matched carefully to the wearer. If you are comparing options, focus on the selected size rather than the model name alone.
The adjustable bumstraps are made of round elastic, so fit and adjustment should be checked against the intended climbing setup and personal preference.
Before You Decide
Confirm the selected size, because the waist belt and leg loops become higher as size increases. Check that the five material loops and two ice screw clip attachment options suit the equipment you plan to carry. If the wear indicator matters to you, note that the waist belt strap includes a red indicator for wear monitoring.
