Adam Butler Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 The Portabrace AH-3H Heavy Load Harness has been redesigned. I will be posting pictures of this new harness next week. The new harness had some significant changes made. The padded material is now much more form fitting and contours to the users shape much better, providing a much more comfortable fit. The harness adjustability has also been changed and improved. No longer does the harness have an adjustable velcro shoulder section in the center of the back. The harness adjusts vertically on the chest and also below the arms, changing the position of the metal rings, enabling the user to lower the weight of the audio rig onto the heavy duty belt. The large padded memory foam belt sits comfortably, and very securely around the waist. This belt then supports the majority of the bags weight, taking the strain off the shoulders. For smaller rigs, the harness can be used separately from the belt. (If this larger and more substantial belt system proves to be a popular and functional change, it could then be developed into a large 'belt only' configuration to be used with a modified belt compatible AO bag.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Ear Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 When I wear a shoulder harness, I have been mostly happy with my AH-3H. These days I am using only a waistbelt, and prefer it this way. I would encourage you to develop the waist belt only option, I would like a more padded and supportive waist belt than the one I currently use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Davies Amps CAS Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 One problem that most designers have not addressed is a harness that can be worn over cold weather clothing. I'm 200 pounds and have never found a harness that could be worn on top of my Mountain Equipment down filled jacket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Gilbert Posted June 17, 2014 Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 You're a mere stripling Malcolm, my Versaflex works over my winter clothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted June 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 17, 2014 When I wear a shoulder harness, I have been mostly happy with my AH-3H. These days I am using only a waistbelt, and prefer it this way. I would encourage you to develop the waist belt only option, I would like a more padded and supportive waist belt than the one I currently use. Waist belt development is something that has popped up in many discussions and is something I will definitely be looking into. The waist belt on the new AH-3H is a nicely padded and supportive system. I will have to test the belt out on its own to see if it could function with a smaller rig setup. That would be interesting to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Malcolm Davies Amps CAS Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 You're a mere stripling Malcolm, my Versaflex works over my winter clothing. That' strange John as the Versaflex that Pro-Sound supplied me was theoretically the largest one that they made but was no good for me with winter gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 That' strange John as the Versaflex that Pro-Sound supplied me was theoretically the largest one that they made but was no good for me with winter gear.my versaflex is a bit difficult to manage over winter gear - but it's do able. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Gilbert Posted June 18, 2014 Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 I dont use the waist belt, and find the shoulder harness easily adjustable over most clothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted June 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 18, 2014 One problem that most designers have not addressed is a harness that can be worn over cold weather clothing. I'm 200 pounds and have never found a harness that could be worn on top of my Mountain Equipment down filled jacket. I understand your issues, I have had the same problem in the past. My AH-3H was often rather tight when wearing cold climate clothing. I ended up actually buying a used top half, that was bigger. But understand that that isn't a viable solution for everyone. One thing that I believe will really help prevent this issue is to make accurate and detailed measurement information available to you at the time of purchase. I am going to make sure that with this new harness, you are given more accurate sizing specifications explaining exactly what size group the harness covers. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted June 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 Here are a few early release picture of the harness. It is available today. http://www.portabrace.com/products/audio/harnesses/1145-ah-3hd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Norflus Posted June 27, 2014 Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 How do you fasten the waist belt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted June 27, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 How do you fasten the waist belt? Hi Jack, The Harness fastens around the waist using two clips that are located front left and front right of the belt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Constantin Posted June 27, 2014 Report Share Posted June 27, 2014 The harness looks great! I have the Petrol harness, but I never like it when I have the boom raised with almost stretched out arms. It's fairly stiff and wide at the shoulders and thus very uncomfortable for that particular booming position. Carrying a heavy bag was quite comfortable though. How is the AH-3H dealing with this? Or is it not even a problem for most of us? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted June 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2014 The harness looks great! I have the Petrol harness, but I never like it when I have the boom raised with almost stretched out arms. It's fairly stiff and wide at the shoulders and thus very uncomfortable for that particular booming position. Carrying a heavy bag was quite comfortable though. How is the AH-3H dealing with this? Or is it not even a problem for most of us? I'm sure everyone has had that problem when booming. I certainly have. I've been wearing this harness on set with a fully loaded 788 rig with 7 x 411 Lectrosonics. I have found that being able to lower that massive weight down to the waist is a huge help. With the weight distributed to your hips, this substantially decreases the weight acting down on your shoulders when booming. I've found it to be very comfortable. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted July 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 7, 2014 Harnesses are being shipped out. Looking forward to some feedback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfatjames Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Is there price for this harness? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted August 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Is there price for this harness? http://www.portabrace.com/products/audio/harnesses/1145-ah-3hd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfatjames Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Is the waist belt the memory form version? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted August 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Is the waist belt the memory form version? Absolutely. The belt is very soft and comfortable memory foam. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatfatjames Posted August 10, 2014 Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Do you think I can just order the belt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam Butler Posted August 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2014 Do you think I can just order the belt? I can't see why that would be an issue. If you email me at adam@portabrace.com I can put you in touch with the right person to ask and have that confirmed for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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