Roping harness

Abstract

A harness (1) comprises a waist belt (1), a first leg loop (2'), a second leg loop (2"), and a leg loop (11) connecting the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loop (2"). A ring (10) is attached to the waist belt (1) and through which the leg loop (11) passes. The ring (10) encircles the waist belt (1) and is fixed to the waist belt (1) by at least one seam. The ring (10) defines at least one first loop (5) projecting from the waist belt (1) away from the first and second leg loops (2', 2"). The leg loop (11) is fixed to the waist belt (1) beyond the ring (10) on either side of the ring (10).

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to a roping harness. Prior art

[0002] When working at height, it is common to use a rope harness equipped with a belt, a pair of leg loops, and shoulder straps. The rope harness has several attachment points, including an umbilical attachment point that is designed to attach to an attachment point, such as an anchor point or a lifeline.

[0003] The umbilical attachment point can be used to secure the shoulder straps in a removable manner, making it easier to install the harness on the user. However, using the same ring to secure the shoulder straps and to suspend the user by the belt degrades the ergonomics of the suspension point, complicating the work of the rope access technician.

[0004] It is known to use the two straps that come from the leg loops to form two rings projecting from the belt. The two rings are arranged substantially one inside the other to form a single loop. The two rings are crossed by the removable connector making the connection between the shoulder straps and the belt as well as by a connector intended to be attached to the anchor point. The two connectors share the same loop which is detrimental. This configuration is widely used because it allows for significant multidirectional resistance for an umbilical suspension point in return for reduced ergonomics.

[0005] It is known from document EP2401038 to form a roping harness which has two webbing rings arranged one inside the other and closed by the belt. A first webbing ring forms a first loop called the internal loop and it is provided with a non-removable connector in the shape of a "D". The connector serves as a ventral suspension point. A second webbing ring forms a second loop, called the external loop, which is intended for attaching the shoulder straps to the belt. The two loops are attached substantially to the same place on the belt so that the force transfer between the shoulder straps and the ventral suspension point takes place at the same place relative to the user's center of gravity. The internal and external rings are formed by the straps which extend the leg loops. However, it appears that this configuration does not provide optimal ergonomics.

[0006] Climbing harnesses use a different construction to provide greater freedom of movement for the user between the leg loops and the waist belt. The waist belt and leg loops pass through a ring that is positioned in the ventral position. However, this construction is not the most suitable for working for long periods while suspended in a harness, particularly since the harness does not have shoulder straps.

[0007] Document EP2649618 discloses a roping harness provided with a belt with a back band extended by a belly band to close the belt. The belly band is movable relative to the back band to adjust the circumference of the harness. A central attachment ring is attached to the belly band by means of a strap that is sewn onto the belly band. The strap extends from the leg loops. The ring is arranged above the belly band. Subject of the invention

[0008] An object of the invention is to provide a roping harness whose ergonomics of the ventral suspension point and the connections to the leg loops are improved compared to the configurations of the prior art.

[0009] This result is achieved by means of a rope harness comprising: a belt, a first leg loop, a second leg loop and a connecting strap forming a leg loop link connecting the first leg loop and the second leg loop; a ring secured to the belt and crossed by the leg loop link; a first loop attached to the belt to form a ventral suspension point.

[0010] The tie strap forms a first fold between a first strand extending from the first leg loop and a central portion and forms a second fold between a second strand extending from the second leg loop and the central portion.

[0011] The central portion extends mainly in the longitudinal direction of the belt from the first fold to the second fold, the central portion being fixed to the belt between the first fold and the second fold.

[0012] The ring contains the first loop, the first loop being arranged to project from the belt away from the first and second leg loops.

[0013] The first fold and the second fold are arranged beyond the ring on either side of the ring in the longitudinal direction.

[0014] At least one seam securely mounts together the ring, the central portion of the link strap and the belt, the ring surrounding the belt and the central portion of the link strap.

[0015] The roping harness is remarkable in that the ring defines at least a first loop projecting from the belt away from the first and second leg loops.

[0016] The leg loop link is attached to the belt beyond the ring on either side of the ring.

[0017] Advantageously, the first fold and the second fold are attached to the belt by at least one seam.

[0018] In a particular configuration, the leg loop link is attached to the belt by belt stitching. The ring is formed by a first strap, a first end of which is attached to a second end by strength stitching. The strength stitching resists a first force applied between the first loop and the leg loops and the belt stitching yields to said first force.

[0019] In an advantageous development, the first fold and / or the second fold are attached to the belt by fold seams. The ring is formed by a first strap, a first end of which is attached to a second end by strength seams. The strength seams resist a first force applied between the first buckle and the leg loops and the fold seams yield to said first force.

[0020] Preferably, the leg loop link is made from a link strap which has a breaking strength in its direction which connects the first leg loop with the second leg loop which is lower than a breaking strength of the ring in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the belt. Summary description of the drawings

[0021] Other advantages and characteristics will emerge more clearly from the following description of particular embodiments and implementations of the invention given as non-limiting examples and represented in the appended drawings, in which: there figure 1 illustrates a schematic view of a roping harness provided with shoulder straps and a ventral suspension point according to the invention; the figure 2 illustrates a schematic view of the roping harness without shoulder straps or with the shoulder straps removed; figure 3 illustrates a schematic view of a ventral suspension point according to the invention; the figure 4 illustrates another schematic view of a ventral suspension point according to the invention; the Figure 5 illustrates yet another schematic view of a ventral suspension point according to the invention; the figure 6 illustrates a schematic view of a fourth embodiment of a ventral suspension point; the figure 7illustrates a schematic view of a fifth embodiment of a ventral suspension point; the figure 8 illustrates a schematic view of a sixth embodiment of a ventral suspension point; the figure 9 illustrates a schematic view of a seventh embodiment of a ventral suspension point; the figure 10 illustrates a schematic view of an eighth embodiment of a ventral suspension point. Description of the embodiments

[0022] THE Figures 1 and 2 illustrate a roping harness which comprises a belt 1 and a pair of leg loops 2 with a first leg loop 2' and a second leg loop 2". The roping harness also has shoulder straps 3, one end of which is preferably mounted removable relative to the belt 1.

[0023] The roping harness also comprises a ventral suspension point 4 provided with a first loop 5 and a second loop 6. The first loop 5 is preferably intended to receive the attachment of the shoulder straps 3, for example a shoulder strap connector 7. The second loop 6 is preferably intended to connect to an anchor point, for example a lifeline. The second loop 6 is intended to receive a wire element, a suspension connector 8 or any other element allowing the suspension of the harness.

[0024] The ventral suspension point 4 is also called the umbilical suspension point. The ventral suspension point 4 is capable of supporting a user installed in the harness and suspended by means of the harness. The ventral suspension point 4 is arranged in the midsagittal plane and is located near the user's navel.

[0025] The belt 1 has a belt strap that extends in a longitudinal direction defining the circumference of the belt 1. The belt strap has a length greater than its width, which is itself greater than its thickness. The belt 1 has an inner face intended to face the user and preferably in contact with the latter and an opposite outer face.

[0026] The ventral suspension point 4 has a first strap 9 attached to the belt 1, for example by a seam, in order to attach the ventral suspension point 4 to the belt 1. The first strap 9 forms a ring 10 around the belt 1. In other words, the belt 1 passes through the ring 10.

[0027] The ventral suspension point 4 has a first loop 5 and a second loop 6 which are distinct. The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are installed inside the ring 10. The first loop 5 being distinct from the second loop 6, an element installed in the first loop 5, for example a rope or a connector, cannot move to reach the second loop 6 and vice versa.

[0028] The first loop 5 is outside the second loop 6 and the second loop 6 is outside the first loop 5. The arrangement of the two loops is different from the construction disclosed in EP2401038 which has an outer loop arranged around an inner loop with two connectors which are arranged one above the other according to the rostro-caudal axis of the user. A connector arranged in the inner loop can only move within the space delimited by the outer loop and a forward movement of the inner loop tends to move the other connector arranged in the other loop which can be detrimental.

[0029] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are arranged in the ring 10. The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are different from the ring 10. The formation of a ring 10 which is crossed by the belt 1 makes it possible to have a ventral suspension point 4 which remains integral with the belt 1 in the event of a significant fall. This configuration makes it possible to release the stresses on the other fixings, in particular on the other seams if necessary.

[0030] Particularly advantageously, the two leg loops 2 are connected by a leg loop link 11 which passes through the ring. In an alternative embodiment, each leg loop 2 is fixed to the belt 1 independently of the ring 10, for example by a specific seam.

[0031] In the configuration of document EP2401038, the straps from the leg loops form the umbilical suspension point. The straps are attached to the belt. The straps are wide and the seams are sized to withstand all fall forces. The dimensions of the straps imply a certain stiffness. By using a ring 10 which is formed by a different strap from the leg loops 2, it is possible to reduce the width of the strap and to reduce the attachment seams between the leg loops 2 and the belt 1 which improves the comfort of the connection between the leg loops 2 and the belt 1.

[0032] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are arranged next to each other in a direction parallel to an axis which passes through the outer face and the inner face of the belt 1. In other words, the first loop 5 is intended to be arranged between the second loop 6 and the user. Preferably, the first loop 5 receives the connector 7 which makes the mechanical connection between the shoulder straps 3 and the belt 1. The connector 7 may be a removable connector. The second loop 6 may receive a connector 8 which is preferably a non-removable connector.

[0033] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are mounted to move relative to each other in a direction which is parallel to a first direction which crosses the internal face and the external face at the location of the attachment between the belt 1 and the ring 10.

[0034] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are mounted projecting from the belt 1 in a direction which extends towards the shoulder straps 3, i.e. upwards when the user is standing. It is then possible to have a movement between the two loops and therefore between the two elements installed in the two loops which improves the transfer of force on the belt 1. The movement of one loop relative to the other is in a direction which crosses the external face and the internal face of the belt 1.

[0035] Preferably, the first buckle 5 and the second buckle 6 are each pivotally mounted relative to the belt 1. The pivot axis of each of the two buckles extends in the longitudinal direction of the belt 1.

[0036] Particularly advantageously, the ring 10 is fixed to the belt 1 so as to fix the position of the ventral suspension point 4 in the longitudinal direction of the belt 1 and prevent the ring 10 from rotating around the belt 1 in the longitudinal direction and perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. The fixing of the ring 10 to the belt 1 allows for better operation of the two buckles 5 and 6.

[0037] In a particular embodiment illustrated in figure 3 , the two loops 5 and 6 are formed by the single first strap 9, the two ends of which are fixed to each other to form the ring 10 and which is shaped to define the two loops 5 and 6.

[0038] Advantageously illustrated in the figures 4 to 8 And 10, the first strap 9 and a second strap 12 are used to form the first loop 5 and the second loop 6. The first strap 9 forms a ring 10 which surrounds the belt 1. The second strap 12 is arranged in the ring 10 to divide the ring 10 into the first loop 5 and the second loop 6.

[0039] The first strap 9 is separate from the strap that forms the first leg loop 2' and separate from the strap that forms the second leg loop 2". The same is true for the second strap 12. The second strap 12 is attached to the first strap 9, preferably by sewing to define the two loops.

[0040] The second strap 12 separates the first loop 5 and the second loop 6. It is advantageous if the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 are attached to the belt 1. The second strap 12 is installed inside the ring 10 so as to separate two spaces which form the two loops 5 and 6.

[0041] The first loop 5 is not located inside the second loop 6 and vice versa. Preferably, each loop has a first end fixed to the belt 1 in order to facilitate the absorption of force on the belt 1. More preferably, each loop has a second end fixed to the belt 1. Each of the loops is distinct so that an element arranged in the first loop 5 cannot move to the second loop 6 and vice versa.

[0042] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are arranged protruding from the belt 1 in the direction of the shoulder straps 3.

[0043] Preferably, the closure of the ring 10 by stitching connecting the two opposite ends of the first strap 9 is different from the stitching for attachment to the belt 1 so as to make the stitching which closes the ring 10 and the stitching which attaches the ring 10 to the belt 1 work differently.

[0044] Preferably, the two ends of the first strap 9 which are fixed together to close the ring 10 form all or part of the first loop 5 or the second loop 6 and more preferably at least part of the second loop 6. Doubling the thickness makes it possible to increase the rigidity of the loop to facilitate its handling.

[0045] It is advantageous for the overlap length between the two ends of the first strap 9 to represent at least 30% of the length of the second loop 6, preferably the distance which separates the two attachment points to the belt 1. More preferably, the overlap length represents at least 50% of the length of the second loop 6, or even more than 70% of the length of the second loop 6.

[0046] It is particularly advantageous that the second strap 12 forms the curved part of the second loop 6, that is to say the part which is intended to receive the connector 7 of the shoulder straps 3. The second strap 12 prevents wear of the first strap 9. It is preferable that the second strap 12 has a single end fixed directly to the belt 1. By fixed directly to the belt, we mean a fixing where a part of the second strap 12 is fixedly mounted relative to a part of the belt 1. The second strap 12 can be in direct contact with the belt 1 or separated for example by the leg loop link 11. The fixing is preferably obtained by sewing, the sewing thread passes through the second strap 12, the belt 1 and it can pass through the leg loop link 11 and preferably the first strap 9.By securing only one end of the second strap 12 with the belt 1, a force is applied to the first strap 9 and to the belt 1 when the connector seeks to move away from the belt 1. This also facilitates the formation of the second loop 6. The sewing operation is also facilitated if necessary.

[0047] Preferably, the overlapping area between the two ends of the first strap 9 has fasteners, for example strength seams 14, which extend continuously or almost continuously over the entire overlapping length to prevent the installation of a connector or a wire element between the two strands of the first strap 9 and thus prevent the formation of an additional loop.

[0048] It is also advantageous that the attachment between the belt 1 and the first strap 9 as well as the attachment between the belt 1 and the second strap 12 extends continuously or quasi-continuously to prevent the installation of a connector or wire element between the belt 1 and each of the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 and thus prevent the formation of an additional loop.

[0049] It is also advantageous if the attachment between the second strap 12 and the first strap 9, for example by means of first loop stitching 13, extends continuously or quasi-continuously to prevent the installation of a connector or wire element between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 and thus prevent the formation of an additional loop.

[0050] These configurations prevent the fasteners from working in a disadvantageous mode, particularly when peeling when the fastener is a seam, particularly when the ventral suspension point 4 is subjected to significant forces.

[0051] In the event that the attachment between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 breaks. The connector(s) and / or wire element(s) installed in the first loop 5 and / or in the second loop 6 remain secured to the ring 10 and therefore remain secured to the belt 1. The same applies in the event of breakage of the attachment between the belt 1 and the first strap 9.

[0052] This construction is advantageous, because the connection of the different elements with the belt 1 is maintained by means of the ring 10. It is therefore possible to reduce the size of the ventral suspension point 4 by choosing a ring 10 whose mechanical performance is chosen to withstand a predefined set of forces. This makes it possible, for example, to choose the thickness, the width, the material as well as the configuration of the fasteners which close the ring 10 in the first strap 9.

[0053] The fasteners between the belt 1 and the first strap 9, the fasteners between the belt 1 and the second strap 12 and the fasteners between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 can be chosen to be less efficient. It is also possible to choose a second strap 12 that is less efficient than the first strap 9.

[0054] In a preferred embodiment, the first loop 5 receives the attachment of the straps 3 and the second loop 6 receives the attachment to the anchor point, for example a lifeline. The first loop 5 is at least partially covered by the second strap 12. More preferably, the attachment between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 is obtained by sewing.

[0055] When a force is applied between the first loop 5 and the second loop 6, the first loop seams 13 between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 along the first loop 5 work to peel. It is advantageous to configure these first loop seams 13 to yield when subjected to a first threshold force which is equal to a maximum tolerated force from which the suspension point can no longer be used and which is less than a force causing the ring 10 to break. In other words, the first strap 9 is attached to the second strap 12 along the first loop 5 by first loop seams 13 and a first end of the first strap 9 is attached to a second end of the first strap 9 by resistance seams 14. The resistance seams 14 resist a first force applied between the second loop 6 and the belt 1 and the first loop seams 13 yield to said first force.

[0056] Consequently, if the stitching threads forming the connection between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 along the first loop 5 are observed to break, the user detects that the harness is no longer usable. The stitching threads serve as indicators of the application of a force greater than the maximum permitted force.

[0057] The same may apply to the sewing threads that provide the attachment between the ring 10 and the belt 1. For example, the first strap 9 is attached to the belt 1 by belt stitching 15 and a first end of the first strap 9 is attached to a second end of the first strap 9 by strength stitching 14. The strength stitching 14 resists a first force applied between the second loop 6 and the belt 1 and the belt stitching 15 yields to said first force. The same may apply when the belt stitching 15 attaches the belt 1 and the first strap 9 together, or attaches the belt 1 and the second strap 12 together, or attaches the belt 1, the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 together.

[0058] In the embodiment of the figure 4, the second strap 12 is arranged against the outer face of the belt 1, but a similar operation can be obtained by placing the second strap 12 against the inner face of the belt 1 as illustrated in Figure 5 . The arrangement of the second strap 12 on one side or the other of the belt 1 modifies little the mechanical performance of the ventral suspension point 4. On the other hand, the attachment of the second strap 12 to the belt 1 ensures better absorption of forces by the belt 1 in comparison with a second strap 12 attached to the second buckle 6 to close the second buckle 6.

[0059] In an alternative embodiment, the second strap 12 has a resistance to elongation which is lower than that of the fasteners. In the event of application of a significant force, the second strap 12 gives way in the separation zone between the first loop 5 and the second loop 6. The observation of the rupture of the second strap 12 is an indicator of a force greater than a threshold value.

[0060] It is advantageous to form the second loop 6 by means of the two ends of the first strap 9 because in the event of application of a violent force, for example in the event of a fall, the fixings between the two ends work in a more advantageous mode which allows for better resistance to breaking.

[0061] In the embodiment illustrated in figures 6 And 7, the second strap 12 is arranged in the second loop 6. The first loop 5 can be closed by a seam 13 to serve as an indicator which gives way when the suspension point is subjected to a significant force. It is also possible to have the second strap 12 break. However, this embodiment is less advantageous than that of the figures 4 And 5 because the control of the breaking forces of the indicators is more difficult to obtain. Here again, the second strap 12 can be arranged on one side or the other of the belt 1.

[0062] THE figures 7 and 8illustrate embodiments where the second strap 12 is used and where the second strap does not provide the separation between the two loops. This embodiment is less advantageous than the previous ones because the closure of the loops is achieved by at least one seam, preferably by a seam at the end of each loop. This embodiment is less interesting because the separation between the loops is less well controlled over time because the forces applied to the seams are significant.

[0063] The first strap 9 forms a ring 10 which surrounds the belt 1. Preferably, the leg loop link 11 passes through the ring 10. More preferably, the leg loop link 11 is fixed to the belt 1 with the same stitching as the first strap 9 and possibly as the second strap 12.

[0064] Preferably, the first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are arranged opposite each other in a direction which is perpendicular to the external face of the belt 1. The two loops pass through in the longitudinal direction of the belt 1.

[0065] The use of a leg loop link 11 which connects the two leg loops 2 and which passes through the ring 10 is particularly advantageous because it makes it possible to ensure the mechanical connection between the leg loops 2 and the belt 1 while relaxing the technological constraints on the attachment between the leg loops 2 and the belt 1.

[0066] The ventral suspension point 4 may have a first loop 5 and a second loop 6. However, alternatively, it is possible for the suspension point to have only the first loop 5 or only the second loop 6 as illustrated in figure 9 .

[0067] In the embodiment illustrated in figure 10 , the ventral suspension point 4 defines three loops with an additional loop which is arranged in the first loop 5. The additional loop is formed by the second strap 12 and preferably uses the portion of the second strap 12 which separates the first loop 5 and the second loop 6. Preferably, the connector 7 is installed in the first loop 5 outside the additional loop. More preferably, the connector 7 is removable from the first loop 5. The connector 7 forms the connection between the shoulder straps 3 and the belt 1.

[0068] It is advantageous if one or more removable connectors are installed in the additional loop. The second loop 6 is used to attach the harness to an anchor point.

[0069] In professional harnesses intended for work at height, it is common to have a ventral suspension point located opposite the user's navel. This configuration facilitates the installation of the various equipment that will be used during prolonged suspension phases. This explains why the configuration of a harness intended for work at height is different from that of a mountaineering harness, which is more commonly called a "sports harness."

[0070] In prior art work-at-height harness configurations, the straps forming the leg loop connections are attached to the belt and form the loop(s) that delimit the ventral suspension point. Consequently, the performance of the leg loop straps is chosen to withstand the mechanical stresses of a ventral suspension point.

[0071] It is conventional to use a wide strap to form the loop of the ventral suspension point and the strap is extended to the two leg loops. To ensure mechanical strength in the event of a fall, it is necessary to sew over a large area between each of the strands of the strap and the belt. The configuration of the prior art involves having a significant inclination of the leg loop connections from the ventral suspension point 4 to the leg loops 2. Such a configuration limits comfort at the thigh level, particularly when the user is suspended by means of the harness. In order to improve comfort around the ventral suspension point without overly complicating the production of the roping harness, it is advantageous to use a connecting strap that connects the first leg loop with the second leg loop.The connecting strap passes through the ring 10 so that the connecting strap always remains secured to the belt 1 by means of the ring 10.

[0072] The link strap defines folds 16 with a first fold 16' between the central portion of the link strap and a first strand extending from the first leg loop. The link strap defines a second fold 16" between the central portion of the link strap and a second strand extending from the second leg loop. The first fold is separated from the second fold by the ring 10. The two strands attach to the belt 1 with a wider spacing than prior art configurations.

[0073] Preferably, the first fold and the second fold are fixedly mounted to the belt 1 by at least one seam. Advantageously, the central portion of the connecting strap is fixedly mounted to the belt 1 so that the belt 1 and the central portion deform in the same way in the longitudinal direction of the belt as well as in the transverse direction of the belt 1.

[0074] The first fold 16' and the second fold 16" are separated by the ring in the longitudinal direction of the belt 1.

[0075] Preferably, the first fold 16' and / or the second fold 16" are fixed to the belt 1 by fold seams 17. The ring 10 is formed by a first strap 9, a first end of which is fixed to a second end by resistance seams 14. The resistance seams 14 resist a first force applied between the first buckle 5 and the leg loops 2 and the fold seams 17 yield to said first force.

[0076] Advantageously, the leg loop link 11 is fixed to the belt 1 by belt seams 15. The ring 10 is formed by a first strap 9, a first end of which is fixed to a second end by resistance seams 14. The resistance seams 14 resist a first force applied between the first buckle 5 and the leg loops 2 and the belt seams 15 yield to said first force.

[0077] The use of a belt seam 15 and / or a folding seam 17 that are less resistant than the resistance seam 14 makes it possible to have an indicator of a violent force on the harness. The first force may represent the maximum force authorized for the harness. When the harness is subjected to a force greater than a threshold value, the folding seam 17 and / or the belt seam 15 give way. The seams that have given way serve as an indicator.

[0078] The installation of the leg loop link 11 inside the ring 10 and the dissociation between the leg loop link 11 and the loop intended to be fixed to the anchor point makes it possible to modify the mechanical behavior of the straps which form the connection between the leg loops 2 and the ventral suspension point 4. The wider the first strap 9 forming the ring 10, the greater the mechanical strength of the ventral suspension point 4, the other parameters remaining unchanged. However, this makes the loop less practical to use and limits the comfort of the leg loop connections when the strap extends to the leg loops.

[0079] To form the leg loop link 11, it is advantageous to use a strap that is less wide than the straps of the prior art, which improves the comfort of the leg loop connection. In particular, it is advantageous to use a strap that is less wide and / or less thick than the strap that forms the belt 1. It is also possible to use a strap that is more flexible, which generally corresponds to a strap with less resistance to elongation, if one does not want to degrade the other parameters, and in particular the cost.

[0080] Preferably, between the first fold 16 and the second fold 16", the leg loop link 11 extends mainly or exclusively in the longitudinal direction of the belt 1 and the leg loop link 11 is fixedly mounted to the belt 1. The leg loop link 11 and the belt 1 deform in a similar manner, this allows for more homogeneous mechanical operation between the leg loop link 11 and the belt 1.

Claims

1. A roping harness comprising: - a belt (1), a first leg loop (2'), a second leg loop (2") and a connecting strap forming a leg loop link (11) connecting the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loop (2"); - a ring (10) secured to the belt (1) and crossed by the leg loop link (11); - a first loop (5) fixed to the belt (1) to form a ventral suspension point; in which the connecting strap forms a first fold (16') between a first strand extending from the first leg loop (2') and a central portion and forms a second fold (16") between a second strand extending from the second leg loop (2") and the central portion;in which the central portion extends mainly in the longitudinal direction of the belt (1) from the first fold (16') to the second fold (16"), the central portion being fixed to the belt (1) between the first fold (16') and the second fold (16"); in that the ring (10) contains the first loop (5), the first loop (5) being arranged projecting from the belt (1) away from the first and second leg loops (2"); in that the first fold (16') and the second fold (16") are arranged beyond the ring (10) on either side of the ring (10) in the longitudinal direction; and in that at least one seam securely mounts the ring (10), the central portion of the tie strap and the belt (1), the ring (10) surrounding the belt (1) and the central portion of the tie strap.; 2. A roping harness according to claim 1 wherein the first fold (16') and the second fold (16") are attached to the belt (1) by at least one seam.

3. A roping harness according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the leg loop link (11) is attached to the belt (1) by belt stitching (15), wherein the ring (10) is formed by a first strap (9), a first end of which is attached to a second end by strength stitching (14), and wherein the strength stitching (14) resists a first force applied between the first loop (5), the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loop (2") and the belt stitching (15) yields to said first force.

4. A roping harness according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the first fold (16') and / or the second fold (16") are attached to the belt (1) by fold seams (17), wherein the ring (10) is formed by a first strap (9), a first end of which is attached to a second end by strength seams (14) and wherein the strength seams (14) resist a first force applied between the first loop (5), the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loop (2") and the fold seams (17) yield to said first force.

5. A roping harness according to any one of the preceding claims, in which the leg loop link (11) is made of a link strap which has a breaking strength in its direction which connects the first leg loop (2') with the second leg loop (2") which is lower than a breaking strength of the ring (10) in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the belt (1).

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