AGC Harness Options

[slowelk]

I've been through many harnesses in search of what suits me best. Currently I have the AGC classic, and I really like the pack itself, but for me, the harness is just too wide, and busy. I'm curious if anyone has modified it, or swapped it out. I've contacted both Marsupial Gear and Outdoor Vision about buying their harnesses only, but I'm not even certain if they would work. Marsupial looks like it could work due to the harness straps coming down to meet the pack, but the OV harness seems to end mid-chest, and the adjustable portion is attached to the pack.

Any successful mods or swaps?

 

[snowplow]

I'm exactly the same as you. Marsupial clicks right in and fixes all the problems in my opinion.

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[slowelk]

Good to hear. I've replaced three of my four buckles with ladder locks. Those will probably still work, right? How did you get a hold of the marsupial harness?

 

[snowplow]

I had one. I've thought about replacing the buckles. Do you find you miss them?

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[revcwood]

I swapped out the buckles with the autolock style ones from Kifaru, and cut the excess straps. That helped the "clutter" for me.

 

[slowelk]

I don't miss the buckles at all. They contributed to the bulk, and didn't stay in place like the ladder locks I replaced them with. Also saved weight, and made the harness more comfortable.

I used these - ITW Ladderloc Split Bar 104-3100 1" Foliage Green

 

[slowelk]

Update - Outdoor Vision is unwilling to accommodate my curiosity, and won't sell just the harness. Going with the marsupial, Jim was helpful.

 

[silverbullet555]

I don't miss the buckles at all. They contributed to the bulk, and didn't stay in place like the ladder locks I replaced them with. Also saved weight, and made the harness more comfortable.

I used these - ITW Ladderloc Split Bar 104-3100 1" Foliage Green

You can also use g hooks. I read about some doing that and I bought some just in case I decide to.

Amazon.com : ITW G-Hook Waveloc Outdoor Device : Tactical Folding Knives : Sports & Outdoors

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[Brando]

I know this is a somewhat old thread but I also run an AGC classic and didn’t care for the original shoulder harness. Much to big for my liking. I purchased a marsupial webbing harness and all is good now. For me it is much more comfortable.

 

[Thelostabbey]

I just made an entirely new minimalist harness for my agc bino setup. I'll post a thread soon. Cost was 15 bucks and minimal sewing.

 

[beachbunny]

I just made an entirely new minimalist harness for my agc bino setup. I'll post a thread soon. Cost was 15 bucks and minimal sewing.

i'd like to see that, i just got an agc and thought"this thing looks quite busy " as i also use an HPG kit bag

 

[silverbullet555]

You can also use g hooks. I read about some doing that and I bought some just in case I decide to.

Amazon.com : ITW G-Hook Waveloc Outdoor Device : Tactical Folding Knives : Sports & Outdoors

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Just a note that g hooks are irritating. They tend to come off when you take the harness off and set it down. I'll replace them with some ladderlocs and go from there. I think I'll also get a marsupial harness to try.

I did notice some squeaking where my pack shoulder pads rubbed on the agc harness.

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