I recently bought an 84 H18 that had a couple harnesses - but they dont fit me. Im a big guy at 250 lbs and am trying to decide between a full harness and a "butt bucket".
What do I need to consider? Mostly lake sailing and then beach sailing 2-3 weeks a year.
Thank you for your thoughts, brand recomendations, etc.
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David
Memphis, TN
'84 Hobie 18
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Harness Recomendations
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Posted: Jun 23, 2010 - 09:13 PM
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Posted: Jun 24, 2010 - 08:09 PM
I'm in the same situation, and had to do some hunting to find one that had a chance. Most of the harnesses rated 'L' or even 'XL' wouldn't fit - apparently 'S' fits the average leprechaun, 'M' is for retired jockeys, and 'L' means 150 pounds soaking wet! I just purchased a Ronstan CL11, which is the only Ronstan harness that has an XXL size. It seems to fit all right, but I won't know for sure until Sunday when I take my new boat out for the first time! -
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Posted: Jun 24, 2010 - 09:53 PM
I weigh about 235-240 and the murrays full harness in a large fit me with room to spare and its really confortable too!
