When your climbing spans sport and alpine, ice and granite, you require versatility that frees you to approach anything. Designed for all the ways you climb, AR-395a uses Warp Strength Technology to disperse pressure and provide flexibility for freedom and comfort no matter the route. Adjustable leg loops tailor the fit, and the four gear loops, rear haul loop and four ice clipper slots provide plenty of rack space. This is the harness where versatility, comfort and performance converge.
When your climbing spans sport and alpine, ice and granite, you require versatility that frees you to approach anything. Designed for all the ways you climb, AR-395a uses Warp Strength Technology to disperse pressure and provide flexibility for freedom and comfort no matter the route. Adjustable leg loops tailor the fit, and the four gear loops, rear haul loop and four ice clipper slots provide plenty of rack space. This is the harness where versatility, comfort and performance converge.
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The lowest price for Arcteryx AR-395a Mens Climbing Harness - Yukon/Edziza - L right now is $245.66 at Arc'teryx New Zealand, compared across 3 retailers.
The all-time low was $199.96 on 20 Sept 2025 — today's price is 23% above the lowest ever. It has been notably cheaper before — worth setting a price alert.
Prices last updated 27 June 2026.
Arcteryx AR-395a Mens Climbing Harness - Yukon/Edziza - L
When your climbing spans sport and alpine, ice and granite, you require versatility that frees you to approach anything. Designed for all the ways you climb, AR-395a uses Warp Strength Technology to disperse pressure and provide flexibility for freedom and comfort no matter the route. Adjustable leg loops tailor the fit, and the four gear loops, rear haul loop and four ice clipper slots provide plenty of rack space. This is the harness where versatility, comfort and performance converge.
When your climbing spans sport and alpine, ice and granite, you require versatility that frees you to approach anything. Designed for all the ways you climb, AR-395a uses Warp Strength Technology to disperse pressure and provide flexibility for freedom and comfort no matter the route. Adjustable leg loops tailor the fit, and the four gear loops, rear haul loop and four ice clipper slots provide plenty of rack space. This is the harness where versatility, comfort and performance converge.
Last updated at 27/06/2026 15:33:06
AR-395a Harness Men's - Yukon/Edziza / L
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Arcteryx AR-395a Mens Climbing Harness - Yukon/Edziza L / Mustard
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Arc'teryx AR-395a harness Men's (Colour: Yukon / Edziza, Size: L)
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I used this harness for Trad and Ice climbing. It has good features for both: 5 gear loop on the back, adjustable leg loops, and ice clipper holders. It is also very lightweight for the amount of features it has, which brings me to the downside: not comfortable for hanging belays. There is just no padding around the waist, which I would prefer to take the weight hit. I think this harness runs large as well, so be careful. I am 6' 185 pounds and the Medium barely gets tight enought for me, I have to crank it all the way down when not wearing winter layers.
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A friend who owned one of these harnesses convinced me to buy one of my own. It is hands down the most comfortable harness I've ever worn. Yes the price is a little steep compared to a lot of other harnesses out there but I seriously think it is worth it. The harness is very light but so comfortable I forget that it is there even after hours of continuous use. Plenty of room on the gear loops come in handy when I am leading trainings for the climbing gym that I help run. The buckles are super smooth and durable feeling. The only thing I would change would be allowing the legs to have a little more room to adjust, but I also think that from the time I got the harness around 2 years ago I have just put on a little weight as well.
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For reference, I'm 5'8" and 150 lbs, 30in waist and I bought the Small.I bought and immediately took this harness out for a week trip in Yosemite and am loving it so far. The angled front gear loops are like a Pez dispenser for cams. I can fit a whole .3 - 3 in rack of singles on each front gear loop, then have 3 open loops for slings, draws, belay device, etc. Sitting in the harness is extremely comfortable with the material spread out evenly in the hip belt, rather than a skinny piece of webbing digging into your back. And the color is great. My only gripe would be that I wish this harness had the fixed leg loops rather than the adjustable double-backed version it comes with. I knew what I was buying so its not really a con, but the only change I would personally ... MoreFor reference, I'm 5'8" and 150 lbs, 30in waist and I bought the Small.I bought and immediately took this harness out for a week trip in Yosemite and am loving it so far. The angled front gear loops are like a Pez dispenser for cams. I can fit a whole .3 - 3 in rack of singles on each front gear loop, then have 3 open loops for slings, draws, belay device, etc. Sitting in the harness is extremely comfortable with the material spread out evenly in the hip belt, rather than a skinny piece of webbing digging into your back. And the color is great. My only gripe would be that I wish this harness had the fixed leg loops rather than the adjustable double-backed version it comes with. I knew what I was buying so its not really a con, but the only change I would personally make. 5/5 stars
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AR-395a Harness Men's - Yukon/Edziza / L
Free delivery
Arcteryx AR-395a Mens Climbing Harness - Yukon/Edziza L / Mustard
Free delivery between Tue – Thu
Arc'teryx AR-395a harness Men's (Colour: Yukon / Edziza, Size: L)
Free delivery between 29 June – 6 July
I used this harness for Trad and Ice climbing. It has good features for both: 5 gear loop on the back, adjustable leg loops, and ice clipper holders. It is also very lightweight for the amount of features it has, which brings me to the downside: not comfortable for hanging belays. There is just no padding around the waist, which I would prefer to take the weight hit. I think this harness runs large as well, so be careful. I am 6' 185 pounds and the Medium barely gets tight enought for me, I have to crank it all the way down when not wearing winter layers.
A friend who owned one of these harnesses convinced me to buy one of my own. It is hands down the most comfortable harness I've ever worn. Yes the price is a little steep compared to a lot of other harnesses out there but I seriously think it is worth it. The harness is very light but so comfortable I forget that it is there even after hours of continuous use. Plenty of room on the gear loops come in handy when I am leading trainings for the climbing gym that I help run. The buckles are super smooth and durable feeling. The only thing I would change would be allowing the legs to have a little more room to adjust, but I also think that from the time I got the harness around 2 years ago I have just put on a little weight as well.
For reference, I'm 5'8" and 150 lbs, 30in waist and I bought the Small.I bought and immediately took this harness out for a week trip in Yosemite and am loving it so far. The angled front gear loops are like a Pez dispenser for cams. I can fit a whole .3 - 3 in rack of singles on each front gear loop, then have 3 open loops for slings, draws, belay device, etc. Sitting in the harness is extremely comfortable with the material spread out evenly in the hip belt, rather than a skinny piece of webbing digging into your back. And the color is great. My only gripe would be that I wish this harness had the fixed leg loops rather than the adjustable double-backed version it comes with. I knew what I was buying so its not really a con, but the only change I would personally ... MoreFor reference, I'm 5'8" and 150 lbs, 30in waist and I bought the Small.I bought and immediately took this harness out for a week trip in Yosemite and am loving it so far. The angled front gear loops are like a Pez dispenser for cams. I can fit a whole .3 - 3 in rack of singles on each front gear loop, then have 3 open loops for slings, draws, belay device, etc. Sitting in the harness is extremely comfortable with the material spread out evenly in the hip belt, rather than a skinny piece of webbing digging into your back. And the color is great. My only gripe would be that I wish this harness had the fixed leg loops rather than the adjustable double-backed version it comes with. I knew what I was buying so its not really a con, but the only change I would personally make. 5/5 stars
Until REI deletes the vulgar, crass review immediately below mine, DISREGARD IT. This harness has been considered one of the two best harnesses on the market for years; and for good reasons. It's freaky light, packs down to nothing yet is as tough as any other harness on the market. Despite its light weight, everyone knows it can hold a full rack. The gear loops do slant forward; some people might not like that. And I kinda wish there was one more gear loop in the middle of the back. But I personally have owned 5 of these badboys; mostly due to color choice; and I currently alternate using two of them. If I thought this harness was going to be discontinued, I'd buy two of them immediately for future.
Bought this about a month ago, and was comfortable enough sitting in it in store. However, the back elastic could do with being about 3 inches more adjustable. The leg loops are constantly being pulled too high which is not unusable, but very uncomfortable at certain belay stances and after falls. It is a shame considering it would be such an easy fix for the manufacturing to make and takes nothing away from the safety.However, this will probably not apply to everyone, I'm 6'5 around 90kg with waist size of around 30-32. I also have pretty thunderous thighs, but the adjustable leg loops size great.Other features are satisfactory but not revolutionary, the thin waist and leg loop material does make things a little less sweaty, though not by much, and it is less ... MoreBought this about a month ago, and was comfortable enough sitting in it in store. However, the back elastic could do with being about 3 inches more adjustable. The leg loops are constantly being pulled too high which is not unusable, but very uncomfortable at certain belay stances and after falls. It is a shame considering it would be such an easy fix for the manufacturing to make and takes nothing away from the safety.However, this will probably not apply to everyone, I'm 6'5 around 90kg with waist size of around 30-32. I also have pretty thunderous thighs, but the adjustable leg loops size great.Other features are satisfactory but not revolutionary, the thin waist and leg loop material does make things a little less sweaty, though not by much, and it is less comfortable than a padded harness. Was glad to see the gear loops sit quite symmetrically for me, which isn't always guaranteed with single buckle waist belts. This harness isn't going to hold back your climbing, but it also isn't going to suddenly make sending any easier.Conclusion: maybe avoid if you're tall and dummy thicc, but otherwise a good do-all harness.
If you would like to spend too much money while also feeling like Arc'teryx literally took a dump on your face, go no further. This is your harness. If the above sounds appealing to you read on. These are the top reasons why I threw this harness directly into the trash.1. Slanted gear loops. The thought was to push all your gear towards the front of the harness. Great in theory, super hard clipping and unclipping from it because of the gear being too close together and cramped. A lot of the times, not paying attention, you'll clip into both the gear loops, and the wire gate of another cam. Super fun when placing while cruxing out.2. Bottom gear look gussets. There is a gusset at the bottom of the gear loops. Combine that with the cramped fashion the gear already ... MoreIf you would like to spend too much money while also feeling like Arc'teryx literally took a dump on your face, go no further. This is your harness. If the above sounds appealing to you read on. These are the top reasons why I threw this harness directly into the trash.1. Slanted gear loops. The thought was to push all your gear towards the front of the harness. Great in theory, super hard clipping and unclipping from it because of the gear being too close together and cramped. A lot of the times, not paying attention, you'll clip into both the gear loops, and the wire gate of another cam. Super fun when placing while cruxing out.2. Bottom gear look gussets. There is a gusset at the bottom of the gear loops. Combine that with the cramped fashion the gear already is in, these gussets catch your carbiner all the time. Forget about care free days of taking gear directly out of a gear loops. The gear loop design has got you playing a small guitar solo with your cams on every other placement. SO FUN.3. Gear loops suspenders pop off the harness all the time. Do you like your leg loops to hang like an 80 year old mans nut sack? Look no further. Arc'teryx has got you covered. No more snug leg loops.4. Collapsible bottom loop. Every harness has static / non adjustable top an bottom loops. But the Arc'teryx is adjustable? Which means the bottom loop is constantly slipping out of its tension lock. Hope you got tiny fingers and 10 minutes of time weekly!5. Arc'teryx sizing is off. Ordered a medium, ended up having to wear the harness sideways by quite a bit. I'm medium perfectly in every brand: Petzl, BD, Elderid, etc.
Picked this up earlier this summer and have over twenty days in it so far ranging from alpine peaks, multi-pitch trad routes and sport climbing.This is a really nice harness that manages comfort via a wide waist belt without the typical bulky padding found in other harnesses. Some reviews mention leg loop comfort issues but so far I haven't had any issues there including quite a few leaning and hanging belays. The gear loop design is great with ample space for a decent size trad rack. Useful hauling and personal gear strap in back and ice clipper loops add to the versatility.I've owned a lot of good, mediocre and downright bad harnesses over the years and this is definitely one of the best in terms of comfort and features vs weight and bulk. Arc'teryx definitely ... MorePicked this up earlier this summer and have over twenty days in it so far ranging from alpine peaks, multi-pitch trad routes and sport climbing.This is a really nice harness that manages comfort via a wide waist belt without the typical bulky padding found in other harnesses. Some reviews mention leg loop comfort issues but so far I haven't had any issues there including quite a few leaning and hanging belays. The gear loop design is great with ample space for a decent size trad rack. Useful hauling and personal gear strap in back and ice clipper loops add to the versatility.I've owned a lot of good, mediocre and downright bad harnesses over the years and this is definitely one of the best in terms of comfort and features vs weight and bulk. Arc'teryx definitely hit the sweet spot with this harness.
This harness is the best on the market full stop. During the pandemic related supply chaos, I tried other models from other manufacturers and they all fell short. Try the flat Arc’teryx waistband and you’ll never go back. The gear loops are perfect for any size rack short of a big wall and the ice clipper sleeves are so easy to use. It even looks great. Premium gear that is 100% worth the cost.Sizing is super easy and true to fit. The leg loops adjust easily to suit everything from Red Rock multipitch to Teton ski-mo.
Two stars partially because of consistent manufacturing defect and lack of quality control. And partially for the extremely slow after sales service. I have now received two of the 395-a harnesses in size small with the same front left gear loop defect. The plastic cover for the front loop on the left is molded incorrectly, so that it does not sit flush with the harness and pokes out to the side. Which is frustrating considering the price tag. The process for fixing the issue with the first harness was also disappointing as I could not get a response without calling five days after every email I sent. Squeaky wheel gets the grease is very accurate with the after sales team. I just received my replacement harness today only to be let down by the exact same issue as ... MoreTwo stars partially because of consistent manufacturing defect and lack of quality control. And partially for the extremely slow after sales service. I have now received two of the 395-a harnesses in size small with the same front left gear loop defect. The plastic cover for the front loop on the left is molded incorrectly, so that it does not sit flush with the harness and pokes out to the side. Which is frustrating considering the price tag. The process for fixing the issue with the first harness was also disappointing as I could not get a response without calling five days after every email I sent. Squeaky wheel gets the grease is very accurate with the after sales team. I just received my replacement harness today only to be let down by the exact same issue as before, same gear loop, same issue. All that being said the harness is incredibly comfortable and lightweight, and the defect is only cosmetic. But since this is one of the most expensive harnesses on the market one would hope that this piece of gear would be up to standard right out of the box.
I've been using this model harness almost exclusively for 6 years. Long story short, it's nearly perfect.The harness packs down small and takes up little space in your pack, which is important on those long alpine approaches. The weight and movement are nice and light and totally appropriate for sport climbing redpoint burns. Yet despite that, the width of the waist belt distributes load well and therefore it's relatively comfortable during an extended hanging belay. The gear loops are large, easy to clip and can easily carry a double rack with all the other accessories. There's also a full sized 5th loop on the back. I personally prefer the adjustable leg loops because when it's time to go for a walk, I don't bother taking the harness off but instead will just ... MoreI've been using this model harness almost exclusively for 6 years. Long story short, it's nearly perfect.The harness packs down small and takes up little space in your pack, which is important on those long alpine approaches. The weight and movement are nice and light and totally appropriate for sport climbing redpoint burns. Yet despite that, the width of the waist belt distributes load well and therefore it's relatively comfortable during an extended hanging belay. The gear loops are large, easy to clip and can easily carry a double rack with all the other accessories. There's also a full sized 5th loop on the back. I personally prefer the adjustable leg loops because when it's time to go for a walk, I don't bother taking the harness off but instead will just open the leg loops all the way up and it becomes quite comfortable to walk in. They also make it possible to get the drop height of the harness dialed in perfectly.This is an awesome quiver of one. Only for the most niche applications is it not the best. For hanging in literally all day, like on aid routes or if bolting or route setting, this won't be the most comfortable. Similarly for skimo type missions, this harness is a bit much. But it isn't designed for either of those applications (despite having been used for both). If you're looking for a single harness to do any type of climbing, this is it.I'm 6'2" and 175 lbs and a M fits perfectly
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