In short any climbing harness can be used for ice climbing. They are all tested to the same standards and serve to keep you safe and help hold all your gear while you climb. There are a few extra features to look for when considering a harness for ice climbing. The first two are all about gear storage. 4 to 5 solid gear loops and potentially dedicated spots for ice clippers are a plus. As you get more into ice and alpine climbing it's nice to have a harness with a more streamlined design. Extra padding doesn't always mean more comfortable and you'll likely be wearing more layers. Check out our picks below for some rock solid choices for getting out on ice.
Technician Harness - Men's
Limestone sport routes, granite big walls, steep ice and alpine faces - for those who climb it all, all year long, the Black Diamond Technician Har...
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