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V3 Pivot Harness System™

Highlight features

  • Pivoting hip belt
  • V-shaped aluminum frame
  • Less fatigue in the hips and legs

The V3 Pivot Harness System™ is an updated and lightweight version of the much loved Klättermusen pivoting carrying system. This lightweight implementation brings the benefits without the weight or complexity of the older versions. It is based on two features: a V-shaped aluminum frame, plus a pivoting hip belt. Two tensioners are placed at the top of the “V”, and the frame itself is divided, meaning the top will flex with your movement. At the same time, the entire pack can pivot on the hip belt, moving with the body, instead of creating pressure points. As another benefit, the weight of the pack will be centered on the lumbar at all times, as opposed to putting pressure on the hips when you move. Moving weight to the lower back means less fatigue in the hips and legs, which in turn means you will be able to carry more and walk longer, as your hips will not carry the entire weight of the pack with every step you take. In combination with curved, adjustable shoulder straps, the three-point V3 Pivot Harness System™ is a Klättermusen design which has been thoroughly developed and tested for a long time.

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