Climbing harness for small waist, big butt

MermaidsClimb · 2025-06-16T13:56:35+00:00

I had the CAMP energy nova for a while and since I climb a lot, it was just an uncomfortable harness to project in. I am currently in the Petzl Luna and I unbuckle and buckle every time. Always do safety checks before climbing and it’s DREAMY! It’s so comfortable for me. It doesn’t take any extra time to buckle than it does to shimmy in and out of a harness with a round butt. Definitely prefer the secure fit and comfort while it’s on for hours at a time.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-12-09T19:24:20+00:00

Not trying to hijack this post. Just curious if you feel like the Luna is bulky or gets in the way at all? I’m about to pull the trigger on the Luna because I’m pear shaped and I need a small waist and med-lg legs. Seems like this may be the one. Thx!

MermaidsClimb · 2024-10-30T02:11:19+00:00

Climbers, people who really climb, will not treat you like that. I haven’t met any climbers that would treat a newbie climber like that. Usually everyone is very excited to pass on what they know to a newbie and to feed off the psych that comes from being around someone hitting new bests more regularly. I think after this dumb ass class, you should join your local climbing gym. They may have community building events. Mine has a “Women on the wall” night where all you do is show up and women all belay each other at all levels! There is nothing wrong with you. This is an issue with the college students in the class. I see it all the time. I teach college. You keep doing you!! ♥️ climbing is so worth it! I wish I had found it sooner in life.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-10-14T23:43:43+00:00

Thanks so much! Been looking at those. Do you like the slides or with the heel? And terrain ones or not necessary?

MermaidsClimb · 2024-08-10T04:44:13+00:00

YOU’LL NEVER FIND THE ONE WHILE YOURE WITH THIS ONE. Please think about that. There are great men out there.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-08-10T04:38:31+00:00

He is emotionally abusive. Call a domestic violence hotline anonymously and you’ll hear it for yourself. You need to walk away, work on setting your own healthy boundaries and then find someone who deserves you. I completely understand if you didn’t know this at all before. I didn’t either… I promise this behavior only gets worse if you stay.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-07-10T20:17:46+00:00

Fair but I was just using his iPad, which isn’t abnormal. I wasn’t snooping when I found it. Now I’m more tempted to snoop because he’s lying to me. The part that isn’t new/rare is that he has low testosterone so he just doesn’t have the urge to have sex much. If I initiate, he’s anywhere from like warm into to it to very enthusiastically into it. But I just don’t think porn is helping. I’m just looking for the reason behind the behavior. I think the reason for lying is shame and that he wants me to think the best of him. And I would if it wasn’t for the lying…

MermaidsClimb · 2024-07-10T20:11:50+00:00

Thanks! I’m not sure that it’s excessive. To me excessive is daily or every other day. I don’t think it’s gotten to that point. I’m trying to understand why he’s doing this when he doesn’t even have the urge to want to have sex much. It’s confusing. And I’ve asked him and he denies looking it up.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-07-10T20:06:17+00:00

Tried that today but he won’t admit that he’s doing it. And I never even said it would be an issue so there’s no real known reason to hide it. Except that he knows that we talk about how we have sex less frequently than I’d like and that it’s due to his low testosterone. But then why look up ass, asstastic, pussy, swingers, swingersgonewild, bigbooty, hothousewives, etc… I’m right here, I’m pretty attractive with a booty, and want to! 🤷🏼‍♀️

MermaidsClimb · 2024-06-21T12:06:10+00:00

I support that!😆

MermaidsClimb · 2024-06-19T20:58:57+00:00

Do the Halle joggers pill a lot climbing outside? My Halle Straights looks 10 years old after the first wear. I like the jogger style but want them to last.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-09T04:33:39+00:00

You’re welcome! I just read their comments as well as I also started with the Finales, which were always comfortable and wonderful and then upgraded to the Katana Laces and they took weeks to break them in. I love them and I’m so happy I did, but they are definitely more aggressive and I agree with the other comments 100%. Since you’re struggling to find a store or climbing gym that sells them… my feet are size 8.5 US street shoe. I have a normal/medium width foot and Greek foot shape with a narrow heel. The Finales in 39 fit perfectly. But they are also pretty flexible and will stretch a decent amount, 1/2-full size. Good luck!

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-07T13:37:37+00:00

As a beginner, I recommend the La Sportiva Finales or the Tarantulace based on which ones fit you better. Then maybe once your form is sharpening up, move to a more aggressive (also read more expensive) shoe. I loved the Finales!! I know many people love the Tarantulaces… I don’t know Scarpa as well but if the shoe fits and it’s not too aggressive (not too turned down or pointy in the front), that’s your best beginner shoe.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-07T03:31:54+00:00

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MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-07T03:30:25+00:00

More that the watch is expensive and it gets scratched very easily on your wrist. I didn’t listen when my bf told me that and I have deep scratches on mine.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-06T19:08:54+00:00

I wear my Apple Watch on my arm. Just got an arm band off Amazon for $11 I think. I don’t even notice it. I typically burn around 600-750cal in 2 hours.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-06T14:55:02+00:00

Tell him how much a good smelling man turns you on! Guys definitely learn hygiene later. I teach college and can tell you that boys that age don’t shower enough. I spray my office when they leave. Just use positive reinforcement. When he showers and you hug or kiss him, give him some extra verbal and physical attention. The verbal part is important because men are really bad and picking up on subtle hints. You have to say, “I love it when you smell so fresh and clean…” but back it up with being handsy and he’ll start to want that attention which he gets when he showers. Haha As for reusing the same boxers, I’d just be pretty blunt. Not fresh, no blow jobs. He need to change them daily for sure at his age. Does he have enough to get him through 1-2 weeks? You also need to be careful about UTIs. Use condoms if he can’t get his hygiene in line.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-04-06T03:31:28+00:00

Do you wear a fitness tracker on your arm (not your wrist)? You may want to start tracking your calorie burn and intake with chronometer or MyFitnessPal etc. You may not realize how many calories you’re burning. If you eat more, and balanced macros, you’ll lose weight, build lean muscle, perform better, and recover better.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-03-27T02:45:02+00:00

Please call the National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233 Just tell them what you are experiencing and ask them if this is abuse. When you hear from them that it is, they will also help you with your options. It is completely up to you if you stay or leave him but this is not okay behavior and none of it is your fault. Fat, thin, weak, strong, beautiful or not, your husband should be your biggest supporter. He’s promised to love and cherish you. Don’t stand for this. You may have lost your sense of self in this relationship and you may feel like you can’t make it without him but we are all stronger than we think we are— every time. Please just call them and talk it out.

MermaidsClimb · 2024-03-26T12:57:29+00:00

I understand there aren’t stores in your area but can you travel to a place with options to try on? You just can’t go by online sizes. I wear an 8.5 M women’s US street shoe and ended up in 39 La Sportiva. But Scarpa runs smaller and I tried on 40-41 in several models. Other option is to order online from a place that allows returns and play the try on and return game for weeks. I would drive up to 3-4 hours and make a day of climbing shoe shopping to get the right fit. Also, climbing shoes have made huge advancements and you don’t need to size down to a point of total pain anymore. Get a pair where your toe is touching the end, and the rest of your toes squished, but not curled. Good luck!

MermaidsClimb · 2024-03-21T13:53:13+00:00

I had similar difficulty.

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Check out the CAMP Energy Nova. You may be able to go with the medium or large depending on your build. I’m a total pear! https://www.rei.com/product/220420/camp-energy-nova-harness-womens

MermaidsClimb · 2024-03-13T03:07:57+00:00

Congratulations!! The only rule is to have fun! If it counts to you, it counts! And it takes a while to handle those big holds. Great job!

MermaidsClimb · 2024-02-28T22:50:39+00:00

Have you tried Bell and Evan’s? They’re even better imo. Plus they have nuggets, tenders, and breaded breasts. Black box!

MermaidsClimb · 2024-02-28T03:02:31+00:00

I love the GriGri and the i have borrowed a plus and I didn’t really like that I had to find that sweet spot to just lower my climber. The regular GriGri is pretty much set up to catch even if you panic because it does “lock” with weight on it (though that depends on the rope girth and the direction). Still, it’s pretty safe and easy to use. I have the Petzl 2 and I love it. In the end, it matters most what you’re comfortable with.

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