Harnesses are very personal, and as a unique person you want one your own special way. At High Energy Sports Inc. you choose the basic harness, the insulation, and the options. We build it the way you want it. You pay only for those options you want.
Design your harness your way!
Color
Fabric Picker
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harness colors
Choice
of Colors & Fabric We stock over 15 different colors
and can special order "weird" color for an additional
charge. You can choose any combination of colors for no additional
charge as long as each color is cut with one solid piece of material.
For a small extra charge you can choose a heavy duty material
for your exterior or fleece for the interior.
Custom Graphics Draw a picture or logo
to scale and we can build it into your harness.
Custom sizing Your harness will be cut
according to the measurements you provide. If it does happen that you
receive a harness that does not fit properly even after you have made
that adjustments outlined in the owner's manual, we will alter the harness
at no additional charge.
Custom
Chest-mounted parachte bag designed by HES as seen in HG magazine,June
1999 edition.
Attention to Detail Each harness is custom
sized with attention to detail: the scoop of the neck, the angle of
the boot, the placement of your suspension points, the superior craftsmanship
attained only through many years of hang gliding harness and parachute
design and manufacture.
Lots of Options Is there something you
want but have never seen on a hang gliding harness? Just let us know
and as long as we feel it does not jeopardize safety we are happy to
work with you on it. That is how we get new options.
Tracer One
This is our standard Tracer configuration including:
- Aero tow loops
- Hook knife
- Red leg pads
- Boot clip
- Steel carabiner
- Full length internal storage area
- Glove box above the parachute container and
- Security loops inside all pockets to tie off valuables.
Tracer Plus
This harness has everything on the Tracer One plus:
- In-flight back Pack
- Knee support foam pads
- Radio holder
- Hip pockets.
Tracer Extreme
Includes all of the Tracer Plus options plus:
- Replaceable front flap container
- Gear bag upgrade
- Spreader bars.
INSULATION OPTIONS
Insulation:
Your choice of 1/4" closed cell foam, 1/8" closed cell foam,
Thinsulate or no foam.
PARACHUTE CONTAINER OPTIONS
Standard
Parachute Container:
This container has a handy glove box above the parachute that is neatly
faired on the outside of the harness. There is a handy storage slot
behind the glove box for gloves, candy or things you want in flight.
The lower slot is for a baggie of emergency items such as dental floss,
signal mirror, Band-Aids etc. The parachute handle is located at the
top of the parachute container.
"Side-door" Style Standard Parachute Container: This is the
same as the standard container but the parachute handle is on the side
of the parachute container.
Replaceable Front Flap Parachute Container:
The front of this parachute container is completely removable and replaceable.
Double storage Chute Container: Faired
storage compartments are located both above and below the parachute
container. Zipper & Velcro access.
Two
Parachute Container: Double parachute compartments accommodate
two parachutes. You may choose to put your hand-deployed parachute in
the top container and save the lower container for your rocket deployed
parachute.
POCKETS
Map Pocket: Located on the front of your parachute container, this flat zippered pocket is just right for carrying maps.
Hip Pockets: These two zippered pockets measuring 5" by 10" are conveniently located right at your hips. Web Ladder Loops inside.
Stash Pouch: Located on the flat bottom of the Cocoon or Tracer boot, this pouch is just the right size for carrying keys, wallets, spare parts or a good book for those unexpected long waits.
In-Flight Back Pack: This pack boasts of lots of extra storage room. Velcro tabs hold the side pleats flat when not in use and allow you the extra depth when you have your pack full. It is sewn onto the back of your enclosed harness.
Custom Pockets: You specify the dimensions and we will build the pocket to fit your needs.
HOLDERS
Web Ladder Loop Strips: This strip of webbing is sewn to form attachment loops so you can carry all sorts of extra stuff. Webbing strips can be placed next to your parachute container, on your back or just about any place you like.
Radio Holder: Designed to hold a walkie-talkie style radio, this laced bungee system is mounted next to your parachute container to provide easy access to your radio and controls. If you wish to fly without your radio, the holding strap can easily be removed.
Camera Holder: We will build you a collapsible pocket with safety to accommodate your camera.
Boot Clip: This side release clip holds the boot of your harness off the ground during ground handling. IT IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE WHILE LAUNCHING.
Tow loop: Route your tow line through these loops to position the line where you want it. Tow loops are sewn into the continuous webbing structure and located between the chest and main support line unless otherwise specified.
Aero Tow Loops: These loops are located where the shoulder pad meets the harness chest piece. They are sewn into the continuous webbing structure.
Extra Side Buckle: For pilots who prefer two snaps on the torso of their harness.
Quick ejector side buckles can be ordered for an additional charge.
OTHER OPTIONS
Knee Support Foam Pads: For your added comfort relaxes your knees into these soft "pillow" Straight legs without strain.
Water Bladder: We use the Camelback drinking system with the freedom valve that allows you to bite the nozzle and suck the liquid without taking your hands off the control bar. This convenient system has a collapsible bladder that can easily be removed and replaced. Built into your harness, the water bladder is a quick cure for those cotton mouth flights.
Clam Cleat Pitch Adjuster: Change your body's angle of attack with a pull of a cord. Fly head up, head down or anywhere in-between all in the same flight. Optional pulley is available for easy rotation.
Bridle Cover: This sheath runs the length of the harness main support line to protect the parachute bridle line from UV exposure and dirt. Since all of our parachute bridles automatically come with a protective cover this option may not be necessary for you.
Spreader Bar: This option comes is located at the hip area and spreads the harness to avoid pinching. Spreader bars may also be requested for legs and chest.
Deluxe Gear Bag Upgrade: If you prefer an official backpack style gear bag this is the option for you. It features adjustable padded shoulder straps, handy hanging loop, 3 outer pockets, and tons of room. A padded hip belt can be added for an additional charge.
HARNESS COLORS Standard fabric for inside and outside of your harness: Black, Charcoal, Silver, White, Brown, Tan, Florescent Orange, Gold, Yellow, Florescent Yellow, Green, Turquoise, Pacific Blue, Medium Blue, Royal Blue, Navy Blue, Maroon, Purple, Lavender, Magenta, Red, Pink, & Hot Pink.
Heavy Duty fabric for the outside of your harness: Black, Forest Green, Charcoal, Maroon, & Silver (additional charge)
Special inside only fabric: Fleece (additional charge)
COCOONS AND STIRRUPS ONLY
Ballast Container/glove Box: (cocoons only) this ballast container is excellent for extra storage and extra weight. The ballast container can be divided into one, two or three separate compartments. The glove box separates your parachute container from the ballast compartments.
Advantage Container (cocoons only): Featuring a glove box, parachute container, & large front storage compartment (12" x 18" x 4"), the Advantage offers lots of out-of-the-way storage for cocoon pilots.
Universal Back Pack (cocoons only): This full size back pack is built into your cocoon and has room to carry your helmet, instruments, and flying gear. When you are ready to fly, the Universal bag becomes a handy in-flight glider bag storage unit.
Knee Support Poles: Increase your lower leg support with this option.
Mesh Drain: This 2" X 12" strip if mesh is located at the boot of your harness to help you "Water Birds" drain.
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