With the Yeti XTREM 2 harness, a simple flight can become a memorable soaring or thermal flight.
Whether you're walking or flying, mountaineering or travelling, the Yeti Xtrem 2 will easily fit in your bag
- 3 sizes
- 270g in size S
- delivered with links and accelerator
The Yeti Xtrem 2 harness is above all light. It weighs in at 270 grams, making it one of the most competitive products in this segment. The harness is built on a high quality dyneema webbing base, which has been proven to be effective and durable on harnesses used by our X Alps athletes. The Yeti Xtrem 2 is as light as possible without sacrificing comfort or durability.
Practical and functional
The Yeti Xtrem 2 shows its qualities on the ground and in the air. To make it easier for the rider to get in and out of the harness, the leg straps close at the main links. This is especially useful when paralpinism, especially when wearing big shoes or crampons. The careful geometry of the leg straps provides a high level of comfort. In flight, you can adjust the side adjustment to find the most comfortable position and also straighten up to compensate for the weight of a heavy pack in the mountains.
Technical specifications
Size
S
M
L
Driver height (cm)
160-175
170-185
>180
Weight of the harness (kg)
0.27
0.295
0.335
Technical details
Separate waders geometry
Adjustable side strap for seat angle
Adjustable shoulders
Floating shoulders for comfort in flight
Connection of an optional rescue to the main links. (no connection to the shoulders)
12 mm Kevlar webbing and 25 mm Dyneema webbing structure
EN 1651 certification
Size guide
Delivered with your harness
Brand
Gin
Gin Gliders was founded in 1998 by paraglider designer and competition pilot Gin Seok Song Some of us follow the movement, some of us follow our own path, some of us fly paragliders, some of us fly GIN
Gin's philosophy is simple: to design paragliders that he and every other pilot love to fly. This philosophy applies equally to an entry-level wing such as the Bolero, and to the world-renowned competition wing, the Boomerang.
No wing is released without Gin's complete satisfaction.
Gin has over 20 years experience in designing and manufacturing paragliders and is supported by an equally experienced team, both within the company in Korea and in a worldwide network of distributors and dealers.
The "GIN Team" has dominated the Paragliding World Cup every year since 1998 and has enjoyed countless other competitive successes in World Cups, World Championships and National Championships. This high level of expertise provided by dedicated professionals guarantees you the best possible product support and after sales service.
The light harness par excellence, the one that lets you swallow the difference in altitude and reach the summits, the thong is the benchmark harness for all mountain lovers. This harness with waders slips into the bottom of the bag to take up minimal space and weigh less.
Who flies in a thong?
Sought after for its great lightness (with a record weight of 99g for Ozone's F*light!!), the string harness is mainly used by paragliding enthusiasts. hiking flights paragliding, the daring high-mountain pilots who practice the paralpinismIt can also be used for tandem paragliding, thanks to its compact size! Its 2 independent pulleys mean that some of the harnesses can also be used for ski flying. Speedriding and speedflying appreciate the freedom of movement provided by this type of harness.
How to choose your thong?All Strings are flexible harnessesWithout a chainring, with few adjustments. They are minimalist, but with so many people practising them, they specialise and accessorise. Depending on your paragliding style, you'll be able to find the one that's right for you:
- the simple thong: these waders, commonly known asStrings"are the essence of a harness: they're what's left when you've taken everything off. A harness-type design with thin straps, two padded seats, a minimalist chest strap and few adjustments, they offer the sensation of flying in total freedom... The reserve parachute is positioned ventrally, in a dedicated pocket, and is connected either to the main carabiners or to the shoulders, depending on the model. A light speed system can be fitted using ceramic rings or small pulleys. The adjustments are more or less elaborate, as these are mainly flights in a seated position.
- Reversible harnesses: Most harnesses with leg straps can now be combined with a rucksack, when it is not sewn in as standard, to become a "reversible" harness. reversible harness for excellent carrying capacity and even greater compactness for your trekking equipment. With a flick of the wrist, the bag turns over and releases the leg straps from your harness. With capacities ranging from 50l to 70l, they can accommodate both light gliders and standard-size paragliders, giving you even greater access to rando flying.
- airbags: almost all thongs can now be combined with an airbag. subcutaneous airbageasily removableIt also doubles as a container pocket for your reserve parachute. So you can prolong the pleasure and fly your paraglider in complete safety.
- cocoons: Some string harnesses offer a removable coverleg, allowing bivouac flights or long-distance flights. In these cases, a reserve chest strap is recommended.
- Speedriding: The freedom of movement provided by independent rudders is perfectly suited to ski flying. Waders should be more padded and thicker fabric should be used to resist repeated rubbing. There's also a small zipped pocket for a quick-fit bag to stow your paraglider in during the ascent. More plush than a high-altitude string harness, it will be comfortable and offer several adjustments.
The STRING harness has gone beyond its primary function to become a real Swiss Army knife for paragliders who love the mountains and long flights of fancy.These are intelligent harnesses that can be adapted to suit your needs.Come and try it out!
We're extremely lucky to be located opposite our favourite playground: the mountains... Come and see us in the shop, where a wide range of ultra-light harnesses awaits you! And once you've made your choice on the gantry, head straight out to try it out in real life - it's only a 40-minute walk from the Planfait showground... :)
