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Harness - Hardshell

Welcome to the hardshell waist harness section at Kitemana! In our Kitemana online shop you will find different types of hardshell harnesses from all leading brands such as ION, Manera, Mystic and Ride Engine. Since it is particularly important that a hard shell harnesses fits you and your body well, we have put together the most important questions about hardshell harnesses for you. In addition, besides the right size, the right flex is important when choosing a harshell harness. If you need further help finding a hardshell waist harness, you can always contact us directly! Thanks to our large warehouse, we have a large supply of hardshell harnesses and also offer fast worldwide shipping! Please have a look below for more helpful information. read more »

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Welcome to the hardshell waist harness section at Kitemana! In our Kitemana online shop you will find different types of hardshell harnesses from all leading brands such as ION, Manera, Mystic and Ride Engine. Since it is particularly important that a hard shell harnesses fits you and your body well, we have put together the most important questions about hardshell harnesses for you. In addition, besides the right size, the right flex is important when choosing a harshell harness. If you need further help finding a hardshell waist harness, you can always contact us directly! Thanks to our large warehouse, we have a large supply of hardshell harnesses and also offer fast worldwide shipping! Please have a look below for more helpful information. read more »

Buy your hardshell waist harness online at the Kitemana Kitesurf Shop

Welcome to the Kitemana Q&A about hardshell waist harnesses. Many kite surfers nowadays don’t want to miss their hardshell waist harnesses anymore - a direct riding experience and a lot of support for your back are the pros of a harness with a hard shell! There are models with a different flex from several brands, as well as special men's or women's hardshell waist harnesses. To give you a better overview, we have collected the most frequently asked questions about hardshell waist harnesses. You can find the Q&A at the bottom of this page, but don't hesitate to contact us anytime if you need further help or advice! Our friendly and competent customer service is there for you seven days a week! Our team consists of native English, Dutch and German speakers who are experts and always happy to help!

Buy your hardshell waist harness online at the Kitemana Kitesurf Shop


What is a hardshell waist harness?
What are the advantages of a hardshell waist harness?
What are the differences among hardshell waist harnesses?
Why should I choose a hardshell waist harness?
Is a hardshell waist harness adjustable in its size?
Which brands can I buy a hardshell harness from Kitemana?

What is a hardshell waist harness?

A hardshell waist harness is a waist harness with a hard shell made of fiberglass or carbon. In contrast to a softshell waist harness, a hardshell waist harness is rigid on the back and therefore distributes the pulling force of the kite over a larger of the entire back. However, a hardshell waist harness can adapt less to the shape of your body than a softshell hip harness.

What are the advantages of a hardshell waist harness?

A hardshell waist harness fits tighter to your body due to its stiff shape. That’s why it is very important to choose the right size. A hardshell harness can also be more comfortable for your back as it distributes the kite's power over a larger area. In addition, a hardshell waist harness has a very low weight, especially if the back plate contains carbon.

What are the differences among hardshell waist harnesses?

There can be differences among hardshell waist harnesses regarding their shape, their thickness of the padding, their flex, weight and their locking system.
The shape can differ in how high the back plate is, how far it extends towards the hip and how much it is arched in the area of the spine. Depending on the shape, the thickness and position of the padding can differ. There are also hardshell harnesses which are specially designed for women and men.
Depending on the material used, hardshell waist harnesses can be more or less rigid and their weight can also vary.
The locking system depends on the associated spreaderbar. Here, each brand has established a certain locking system.

Why should I choose a hardshell waist harness?

Hardshell harnesses are worthwhile if you are already an advanced kitesurfer and if you often go out kitesurfing overpowered. A hardshell harness can also help if you have back problems and these problems have increased with a softshell waist harness previously. However, if you decide to go with a hardshell harness, you have to make sure that its shape fits your body perfectly.

Is a hardshell waist harness adjustable in its size?

A hardshell waist harness is, like a softshell waist harness, only adjustable in size via the straps with which the spreader bar is attached. The shape and size of the shell cannot be adjusted.

From which brands can I buy a hardshell harness from Kitemana?

At the Kitemana online shop you can buy a hardshell waist harness from the following brands. Click on the respective link to learn more about the brand.

ION: Harnesses and Wetsuits by ION
Manera: Stay Salty
Mystic: why follow when you can lead
Ride Engine: Innovator of the Hardshell Harness

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