jpell 1 #1 September 20, 2014 Hi, Just got a used rig, when I tighten the leg straps they are snug when I am standing but when I squat they loosen up and leave some space between my legs and the straps. The leg straps are tightened all the way. Are the straps too loose? If they are too loose what can be done to fix this problem? I know this question would be way better to ask an instructor/rigger in person but that is not convenient right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RiggerLee 61 #2 September 20, 2014 This is not uncommon. What it really comes down to is the hip junction not being in alignment with the point of rotation of your hip. Most rigs today have a longer lateral for comfort. It helps to keep the MLW from cutting into your shoulders and when you open you are almost sitting rather then having the leg strap cut into your groin from a MLW that is further back on your side. I would have to see how the rig fits on you but it's probable less a fit issue and more a trend that you see in harness design over the last few years. You might get the same thing with a brand new custom rig made for you. Note that they have gone over board on some rigs that they have built for people and on some designs this can be a problem. Mirages lifting off peoples backs when they sit fly. You can get an after market belly band that will help to keep the rig in against your lower back but it will still lift vertically loosening the MLW over your shoulders. You can also get a but band that will help to keep your leg straps from sliding down your leg. It's just a little bungee about ass hole high between the leg straps to help keep the leg straps in your groin. There have been broken legs from hard openings. LeeLee lee@velocitysportswear.com www.velocitysportswear.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #3 September 21, 2014 When you squat, you raise your thigh closer to your shoulder. Some part of your harness is going to feel loose. We could discuss this all week on the inter web, or you could show it to your local rigger and get an accurate answer in 2 minutes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #4 September 21, 2014 As others have said, perfectly normal. A very common fix is the "Butt Bungee," a little piece of shock cord that runs between the legstrap pads. Most new rigs have the little loops or channels already installed. If you don't have them, it's a quick job by a rigger to install them."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RiggerLee 61 #5 September 21, 2014 Hold it. Let's be clear. It's not normal. It's a design choice with both pros and cons. And we're talking about two separate issues. A forwards hip joint, and leg strap slide. A but bungee will only help with the latter. If the junction is too far forwards and do to the geometry the rig is lifting off your back a bungee will not help you. LeeLee lee@velocitysportswear.com www.velocitysportswear.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
