Today we talk about binocular harnesses. We go through all five harnesses in depth that the Jordan's have used and a few that they've handled but not used in the field. Hopefully this episode gives you a better idea of a harness that will work best for you.

Alaska Guide Creations - https://alaskaguidecreations.com/5 models - KISS, Hybrid, Kodiak Cub, Alaska Classic, Denali. Plus max pocket

Prices - $95-100, $100-105, $100-105, $105-110, $115

Accessories - Rangefinder pouch, Pistol holder, Accessory adapter, Ultralight harness, Stalker hydration pack, rain cover (bino shield)

Material - Cordura like material, auto lock buckles

Pros - lots of padding, easy in and out, lots of pockets, seems durable

Cons - bulky/heavy, rear deploying

 

Marsupial - https://www.marsupialgear.com/products/binocular-pack?variant=10220592259

3 sizes - small, medium, large

Prices - $90. Padded mesh on harness +10

Accessories - rangefinder, small zippered, various radio pouches(I have large, fits       Midland radio nicely with room), rain cover, padded mesh harness

Material - auto lock buckles, cordura like material on front, fleece lining

Pros - forward folding and stays open, solid magnets, cell phone pocket,

Cons - open sides (not full containment), tiny front pocket

 

Outdoor Vision Ridgetop - Review -> https://www.rokslide.com/outdoor-vision-ridgetop-harness-vs-adak-harness/

3 sizes - medium, large, x-large

Prices - $109,$113, $118

Accessories - rangefinder and gps pouch, rain cover, field aid kit

Material - YKK zippers, ITW slides and buckles, SilentHyde material

Pros - forward folding, small but stretch front pocket, fairly quiet material

Cons - magnet could be stronger, wish there was a back pocket for cell phone

 

Adak - Review -> https://www.rokslide.com/outdoor-vision-ridgetop-harness-vs-adak-harness/

One size

Price - 150$ includes rangefinder pocket

Accessories - rangefinder pocket (fits my Sig 2400 perfectly) that’s included, pockets coming (I’ve tried one and they’re good)

Material - Woven polyester-nylon blend face fabric and fleece backer, hypalon fabric in high wear areas, smaller buckles not auto lock

Pros - most quiet harness, forward folding, closure system, the way pockets will attach

Cons - tiny extra pockets, rangefinder pocket won’t fit some rangefinder models

 

FHF Gear - Review -> https://www.rokslide.com/fhf-gear-pro-binocular-harness-and-razco-gear-holster-review/

3 sizes - small, med, large

Prices - $110, $115, $120

Accessories - rangefinder pocket (have one and wish it folded forward, overall good), pack suspension kit, various gps pouches, bear spray holder, tech pouch(love it), kestrel pouch, kydex holster attachment, handwarmer

Material - 500D Cordura, Microfiber lining, 1” Duraflex auto lock buckles

Pros - tough, knife pocket, rear pocket, bottom attachment points, small slot pockets on lid

Cons - rear opening, tiny front pocket

 

Other brands -

Muley Freak- Price: $125. $110

Sitka Bino Bivy- Price: $149 12x-15x

Kuiu Bino Harness- Price: $79

Pro Bino Harness - $100

Badlands- Price: $140

  Mystery Ranch- Price: $75

Alaska Guide Creations - 1:30

Marsupial - 11:10

Outdoor Vision - 19:30

Adak - 24:30

FHF - 30:30