{"product_id":"dmm-bandolier-gear-sling","title":"DMM Bandolier Gear Sling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSo what is a bandolier, and more importantly, why might you need one?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe first part of the question is easy: it’s a padded sling, worn over the head and shoulder, and designed to carry your rack. But why might you choose to use one?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWell that’s a slightly longer story, but here goes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe Bandolier is both an alternative and a supplement to the conventional harness racking system. Some climbers use them exclusively, while others mix and match, racking gear on both the harness gear loops and the Bandolier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIf you think about it, there are some distinct advantages; on constricted crack or groove pitches the rack can be swept out of the way, allowing you to continue squirming upwards without the hassle of snagging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIt allows for quick change-overs if you are swinging leads on a multi-pitch route. It also can be jettisoned in an emergency – for example if you are swept into the sea by a rogue wave while traversing the base of a sea cliff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe additional gear loops allow you to distribute and organise your rack. In fact the bandolier is an excellent way of storing your rack, both at home and in your rucsac.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gear Express","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49958131957997,"sku":"DMM-0234","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/6266\/2381\/files\/dmm_bandolier_gear_sling_8021f81e-6a87-433e-b39e-3ec78bfd6791.jpg?v=1779292312","url":"https:\/\/gear-express-shop.myshopify.com\/products\/dmm-bandolier-gear-sling","provider":"Gear Express","version":"1.0","type":"link"}