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rcwild
07-31-2007, 02:36 PM
It's been nearly two years since I traded in my Petzl Canyon harness for a Petzl Falcon. I tend to hang in my harness for prolonged periods during courses and wanted some extra padding. As soon as I bought the new harness, I asked Tom for a custom-made Scuttlebutt. Custom because the extra wide waist belt and leg loops of the Falcon won't fit a standard Scuttlebutt.

My Scuttlebutt's service ended today. The straps that connect the Scuttlebutt to the harness waist belt finally wore through. I inspected the Scuttlebutt as I removed it from my harness. It has seen a great deal of abuse in many canyons over the past two years, but held up remarkably well. There is a distinct contrast between the vibrant green on the inside and the seriously scuffed exterior. Although it has a couple small tears, it did it's job well. The leg loops of my harness haven't seen daylight in two years and look brand new.

After I put my harness back on sans Scuttlebutt I realized it had provided another benefit. My harness was much more comfortable with the Scuttlebutt. Without it, my leg loops tend to slide down. Not much, just enough to make it uncomfortable while rappelling. No matter how much I cinched down the leg loop buckles or adjusted the elestic bands in the back, my leg loops still slid down. This never happened with my Scuttlebutt.

Tom, make another for me. Quick!
DJ Meding
07-31-2007, 02:48 PM
Tom,
I also have a harness that has wide leg loops and a padded waist belt. If you are makeing one for Rich I will take one also. Just let me know the expense for the "custom" work.
Dave
oldno7
07-31-2007, 04:25 PM
I'd drive over if Tom would make one for a speed harness.

Kurt
Jordan Ross
07-31-2007, 09:10 PM
Tom,
I also have a harness that has wide leg loops and a padded waist belt. If you are makeing one for Rich I will take one also. Just let me know the expense for the "custom" work.
Dave

Another potential customer here. I have a new harness similar to Dave's, also looking for protection for the harness as well as my butt.

Jordan
rcwild
07-31-2007, 09:18 PM
I'd drive over if Tom would make one for a speed harness.

Kurt

Your harness might need a version that velcros around your leg loops.
ratagonia
08-01-2007, 09:32 PM
I still have the pattern for Rich's, and should have some vinyl type fabric around here somewhere...

Those interested - please send me a picture of your harness, and measurements of the widths of the leg loops.

email to: canyoneeringusa at gmail dot com.

Thanks.

Tom
Gren
08-02-2007, 12:09 AM
How much are the Scuttlebutts?
rcwild
08-02-2007, 05:27 AM
$32.95 retail. I can arrange a discount for ACA members.
ratagonia
08-02-2007, 08:33 AM
How much are the Scuttlebutts?

Regular ones are $ 32.95 - order through Rich and he'll throw you a modest discount.

Custom ones are $ 49.95 - order through me, no discounts available.

Tom
rcwild
08-02-2007, 09:03 AM
Regular ones are $ 32.95 - order through Rich and he'll throw you a modest discount.

Working on my store (http://www.wildernessadventures.com/store/index.php?act=viewCat&catId=7). Quite a bit of work still to do, including math to figure out shipping, ACA member discounts, etc. For now, just send me an email and we'll work it out.
Gren
08-12-2007, 09:28 PM
Rich or Tom,

Ok, so I am thinking a Scuttlebutt will be good for me. I am beginning the thrash the backs of my leg loops after an awesome day at Suicide. As far as sizing goes, can I go with the general one or do I need to go custom? I have a Black Diamond Momentum AL size large.

Thanks.
Galen
ratagonia
08-12-2007, 11:05 PM
Rich or Tom,

Ok, so I am thinking a Scuttlebutt will be good for me. I am beginning the thrash the backs of my leg loops after an awesome day at Suicide. As far as sizing goes, can I go with the general one or do I need to go custom? I have a Black Diamond Momentum AL size large.

Thanks.
Galen

The Scuttlebutt was designed for the Momentum AL harness. So, yes, the standard, welded Scuttlebutt will work just fine.

Tom
Gren
08-13-2007, 11:29 PM
Sweet! Thanks for the info!

Galen
ratagonia
08-27-2007, 09:49 AM
I have added the Custom Scuttle Butt to the Canyoneering USA Store. I need to make one for Rich, it would be a convenient time if other people would like to order one.

Thanks.

Tom
oldno7
08-27-2007, 06:15 PM
Tom

Mind if I come down this week and get one?
My harness is a BD momentum Speed.
Kurt
ratagonia
08-27-2007, 11:12 PM
I don't have a brick-n-mortar store, Kurt, only an Internet store. Very willing to ship you most anything. Also, the Imlay line is well represented by the Black Diamond Store in SLC, Outdoor Outlet in St George, Zion Adventure Company in Sprrringdale, and The Redhead Shop in Cedar City.

Tom