Harnesses Designed for Women
When it comes to climbing gear, one size does not fit all. That’s why Petzl designs women’s climbing harnesses with proportions and features that are made to fit the female body. Whether you’re sport climbing, trad climbing, or heading into the alpine, the right harness makes every climb more comfortable, and enjoyable.
Typically, a woman’s body has different ratios than a man’s—slimmer waists, stronger thighs, and wider hips. Petzl doesn’t just “shrink it and pink it,” but instead engineers harnesses around women’s biomechanics and climbing needs.
Key design features include:
- Wider leg loops for comfort and support for stronger thighs.
- Tapered waist belt that flares at the hips to follow a woman’s natural shape.
- Higher rise with a slightly longer belay loop, keeping tie-in points correctly positioned and reducing “turn down” at the top of the tie-in points.
- Longer adjustment tails that make it easier to get the harness on and off over feminine hips.
These thoughtful details make Petzl harnesses some of the best climbing harness options for women, delivering both safety and all-day comfort.
A well-fitting harness should feel snug without pinching the legs, sit flat across the waist, and contour to the body evenly without large gaps.
A poorly fitting harness will tip downward below the belly button and fail to sit flat across the waist. The leg loops may feel overly tight, and the waistband may ride too low on the hips.
Equal Strength, Better Fit
While the shape and proportions are different, the strength isn’t. The thickness and durability of Petzl women’s harness waistbands match men’s models. You get the same dependability, with a fit designed specifically for women.
The Petzl Women’s Harness Lineup
Looking for the right harness? Explore Petzl’s top female specific harness models:
CORAX LT WOMEN – A lightweight, versatile harness perfect for beginners and multipurpose climbing. Perfect for newer climbers just learning the basics of rock climbing.
SELENA – A women’s sport climbing harness built for freedom of movement and comfort during hard sends. Perfect for gym, sport, and entry level trad climbing.
LUNA – An all-around climbing harness designed for everything from gym sessions to trad climbing and alpine routes. Perfect for gym, sport, trad, and ice climbing.
Find the Best Harness for Your Next Adventure
Whether you’re climbing in the gym, projecting your favorite sport route, or racking up for alpine terrain, Petzl offers a climbing harness for women that matches your goals. Each model combines comfort, adjustability, and Petzl’s trusted performance, helping you focus on the climb, not your gear.
Helmets Designed for Ponytails
Fit Features That Matter
Women often have longer hair or wear it pulled back while climbing, so we’ve built in specific features to make helmets more comfortable without compromising performance:
- OMEGA headband – a ponytail-friendly design that leaves space at the back of the helmet to avoid awkward pressure points.
- Adjustable headband and chin straps – offering a secure, personalized fit no matter your hairstyle or head shape.
Ponytail-Friendly Helmet Models
BOREA – A durable, versatile helmet built for rock climbing, mountaineering, caving, and canyoning. With extended coverage around the back and sides, it offers increased protection for a wide range of vertical adventures.
METEORA – A lightweight, low-profile helmet designed for climbing and mountaineering, with generous ventilation and the ponytail-compatible adjustment system that makes it a favorite for women with longer hair.
By moving beyond the “shrink it and pink it” approach, Petzl delivers climbing equipment engineered for real anatomical needs. Whether you’re new to climbing or pushing into advanced projects, Petzl’s women-specific gear helps you focus on the climb—not the fit.
