What is the Blue Ice Choucas Pro Harness?
The Blue Ice Choucas Pro Harness is your go-to choice for high-altitude, fast-and-light missions. Designed with alpine and ice climbers in mind, it's all about performance when weight and efficiency matter most. Whether heading out on a glacier, tackling a mixed route, or navigating icy faces, this harness keeps you safe and agile.
What is it made of?
The Blue Ice Choucas Pro is designed with durability and weight savings in mind, making it ideal for alpine, ice, and technical routes.
UHMW Polyethylene and High-Tenacity Polyester
This harness combines UHMW polyethylene and high-tenacity polyester, renowned for their durability and strength in harsh conditions.
UHMW polyethylene is incredibly strong and resistant to abrasion. Its low friction makes it ideal for gear exposed to rough surfaces like rocky terrain or icy ridgelines. The material holds up well over time, even in challenging environments, ensuring your harness won't wear out quickly during demanding climbs.
High-tenacity polyester offers excellent strength while maintaining flexibility and shape. It's resistant to UV degradation and extreme temperatures, making it perfect for alpine conditions. The material also resists stretching under pressure, helping the harness stay secure and supportive no matter how tough the climb gets.
Breathable Mesh for Comfort
The waistband and leg loops feature breathable mesh strategically placed to improve airflow where needed most. This mesh promotes ventilation and helps manage moisture in high-sweat areas, reducing discomfort during long or intense climbs. It keeps you dry and fresh in crucial spots, helping you maintain focus and comfort as you tackle alpine routes or technical pitches.
What are its features?
Patented Openable Leg Loops
A key feature of the Choucas Pro is its patented openable leg loops, designed for maximum convenience in cold, high-pressure situations. Unlike traditional leg loops, these can be opened and adjusted quickly without needing to remove your gloves—an absolute game-changer when dealing with frozen fingers or challenging conditions. Whether you're wearing crampons, skis, or heavy layers, you can easily adjust without fumbling, saving time and effort when every second counts.
Gear Loops and Ice Clipper Slots
The Choucas Pro also includes four gear loops to keep your climbing essentials easily accessible. Two are semi-moulded, so you can quickly clip your gear and know it'll stay secure. With an additional four ice clipper slots, you'll have ample room to store ice screws, tools, or anything else you need on technical climbs.
Rear Haul Loop and Versatility
For those multi-pitch routes or team-based climbs, the Choucas Pro features a rear haul loop that lets you attach a tagline or hauling bag. This extra feature adds flexibility to your climbing setup, making it easier to manage your gear when working with a team or dealing with complex routes.
Reinforced Durability
The harness has reinforced tie-in points, which can withstand repeated use and harsh conditions. These sturdy points are built to last, resist rough terrain, and help maintain the harness's structural integrity over time.
Lightweight and Compact
Despite its robust features, the Choucas Pro is impressively lightweight and compact. It folds down easily and takes up minimal space in your pack—perfect for climbers who prioritise travelling fast and light without sacrificing performance or reliability.
Features:
- Patented openable leg loops
- Reinforced tie-in point
- Four gear loops (Two semi-moulded)
- Four ice screw slots
- Rear haul loop
- Ice screw retainer elastics
- Breathable mesh padding
- Hot-forged speed buckles
- Lightweight, compact design