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 rope harness. Previous technique

[0002] In the field of working at height, it is standard practice to use a rope harness equipped with a waist belt, leg loops, and shoulder straps. The rope harness has several attachment points, including an umbilical attachment point designed to connect to an anchor 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, which facilitates harness fitting. However, using the same ring to both secure the shoulder straps and suspend the user by the waist belt degrades the ergonomics of the suspension point, complicating the rope access technician's work.

[0004] It is known to use the two straps extending from the leg loops to form two protruding rings on the waist belt. These two rings are positioned almost entirely within each other to create a single loop. Both rings are traversed by a removable connector that links the shoulder straps to the waist belt, as well as by a connector designed to attach to the anchor point. The fact that both connectors share the same buckle is detrimental. This configuration is widely used because it provides significant multidirectional strength for an umbilical suspension point, but at the cost of reduced ergonomics.

[0005] Document EP2401038 describes a harness with two webbing loops, one inside the other, secured by the waist belt. The first webbing loop forms the inner loop and is equipped with a non-removable D-ring connector. This connector serves as the ventral suspension point. The second webbing loop forms the outer loop, which is used to attach the shoulder straps to the waist belt. Both loops are attached at approximately the same point on the waist belt so that the load transfer between the shoulder straps and the ventral suspension point occurs at the same point relative to the user's center of gravity. The inner and outer loops are formed by the leg loops. However, this configuration does not provide optimal ergonomics.

[0006] In climbing harnesses, a different construction is used to provide the user with greater freedom of movement between the leg loops and the waist belt. The waist belt and leg loops pass through a ring located on the ventral side. However, this construction is not the most suitable for prolonged work while suspended in the harness, particularly because the harness lacks shoulder straps.

[0007] Document FR2649618 A1 discloses a rope harness equipped with a waist belt featuring a dorsal band extended by a ventral band to close the belt. The ventral band is movable relative to the dorsal band to adjust the harness's circumference. A central attachment ring is attached to the ventral band by means of a webbing sewn onto the ventral band. The webbing extends from the leg loops. The ring is positioned above the ventral band. Object of the invention

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

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

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

[0011] The central portion extends mostly along 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 and second folds.

[0012] The ring contains the first loop, the first loop being positioned protruding from the belt away from the first and second thigh loops.

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

[0014] At least one seam securely joins the ring, the central part of the link strap and the belt, the ring surrounding the belt and the central part of the link strap.

[0015] The rope harness is remarkable in that the ring defines at least one first loop protruding from the belt as it moves away from the first and second thigh loops.

[0016] The leg loop 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 loops are attached to the waistband by waistband seams. The loop is formed by a first strap, one end of which is attached to the other end by strength seams. The strength seams withstand an initial force applied between the first loop and the leg loops, while the waistband seams fail under this initial force.

[0019] In an advantageous design, the first and / or second folds are attached to the belt by fold seams. The loop is formed by a first strap, one end of which is attached to the other end by strength seams. The strength seams withstand an initial force applied between the first loop and the leg loops, while the fold seams yield to this initial force.

[0020] Preferably, the leg loop connection is made in a linking strap which has a breaking strength along its direction which connects the first leg loop with the second leg loop which is less than a breaking strength of the ring along a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the belt. Brief description of the drawings

[0021] Other advantages and features will become clearer from the following description of particular embodiments and implementations of the invention, given by way of non-limiting examples and shown in the accompanying drawings, in which: there figure 1 illustrates a schematic view of a rope harness equipped with shoulder straps and a ventral suspension point according to the invention; the figure 2 illustrates a schematic view of the rope harness without shoulder straps or with the shoulder straps removed; the 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 implementation methods

[0022] THE figures 1 and 2 illustrate a rope harness which includes a belt 1 and a pair of leg loops 2 with a first leg loop 2' and a second leg loop 2". The rope harness also has shoulder straps 3, one end of which is preferably mounted to be detachable from the belt 1.

[0023] The rope harness also includes a ventral suspension point 4 equipped with a first loop 5 and a second loop 6. The first loop 5 is preferably intended for attaching the shoulder straps 3, for example, a shoulder strap connector 7. The second loop 6 is preferably intended for connecting to an anchor point, for example, a lifeline. The second loop 6 is intended for receiving a wire element, a suspension connector 8, or any other element enabling the harness to be suspended.

[0024] Ventral suspension point 4 is also called the umbilical suspension point. Ventral suspension point 4 is designed to support a user who is positioned in the harness and suspended by the harness. Ventral suspension point 4 is located in the mid-sagittal plane and is situated near the user's umbilicus.

[0025] The belt 1 has a waistband that extends along a longitudinal direction, defining the circumference of the belt 1. The waistband is longer than its width, which is itself greater than its thickness. The belt 1 has an inner face intended to face the user and preferably be in contact with them, 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 fix the ventral suspension point 4 with 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 separate. The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are installed inside the ring 10. Because the first loop 5 is separate 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 differs from the construction disclosed in document EP2401038, which features an outer loop arranged around an inner loop with two connectors positioned one above the other along the user's rostrocaudal axis. A connector located in the inner loop can only move within the space defined by the outer loop, and a forward movement of the inner loop tends to displace the other connector located in the other loop, which can be detrimental.

[0029] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are positioned within the ring 10. The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are different from the ring 10. The formation of a ring 10 through which the belt 1 passes provides a ventral suspension point 4 that remains attached to the belt 1 in the event of a significant fall. This configuration reduces stress on the other fastenings, particularly on any other seams.

[0030] In a particularly advantageous way, the two thigh bands 2 are connected by a thigh band link 11 which passes through ring 10. In an alternative embodiment, each thigh band 2 is attached to the belt 1 independently of 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 waist belt. The straps are wide, and the seams are designed to withstand all fall forces. The dimensions of the straps imply a certain degree of stiffness. By using a ring 10, which is formed by a different strap than the leg loops 2, it is possible to reduce the width of the strap and the number of seams connecting the leg loops 2 to the waist belt 1, thus improving the comfort of the connection between the leg loops 2 and the waist belt 1.

[0032] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are arranged side by side parallel to an axis that passes through the outer and inner faces of the belt 1. In other words, the first loop 5 is intended to be positioned between the second loop 6 and the user. Preferably, the first loop 5 receives the shoulder strap connector 7, which provides the mechanical connection between the shoulder straps 3 and the belt 1. The shoulder strap connector 7 may be a removable connector. The second loop 6 may receive a suspension connector 8, which is preferably a non-removable connector.

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

[0034] The first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are mounted protruding from the belt 1 in a direction extending towards the shoulder straps 3, i.e., upwards when the user is standing. This allows movement between the two loops, and therefore between the two elements installed in the loops, thus improving the transfer of force to the belt 1. The movement of one loop relative to the other is along a direction that passes through the outer and inner faces of the belt 1.

[0035] Preferably, the first loop 5 and the second loop 6 are each mounted to pivot relative to the belt 1. The pivot axis of each of the two loops extends along the longitudinal direction of the belt 1.

[0036] Advantageously, the ring 10 is attached to the belt 1 in such a way as to fix the position of the ventral suspension point 4 along 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. Securing the ring 10 to the belt 1 improves the functionality of the two buckles 5 and 6.

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

[0038] In an advantageous way illustrated to figures 4 to 8 And 10The 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 thigh loop 2' and separate from the strap that forms the second thigh loop 2". The same applies to 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 that the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 be 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 to facilitate the transfer of force to 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 located 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 positioned projecting from the belt 1 towards the shoulder straps 3.

[0043] Preferably, the closure of the ring 10 by seams connecting the two opposite ends of the first strap 9 is different from the seams of attachment to the belt 1 so as to make the seams which close the ring 10 and the seams which attach 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 increases the rigidity of the loop to facilitate its handling.

[0045] It is advantageous that the overlap length between the two ends of the first strap 9 represents at least 30% of the length of the second loop 6, preferably the distance between 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 for the second strap 12 to form the curved part of the second buckle 6, that is, the part intended to receive the shoulder strap connector 7. The second strap 12 prevents wear on the first strap 9. Preferably, the second strap 12 should have only one end attached directly to the belt 1. Attached directly to the belt 1 means an attachment where a portion of the second strap 12 is fixed relative to a portion of the belt 1. The second strap 12 may be in direct contact with the belt 1 or separated, for example, by the leg loop 11. The attachment is preferably achieved by stitching; the stitching thread passes through the second strap 12, the belt 1, and it may also pass through the leg loop 11 and preferably the first strap 9.By attaching only one end of the second strap 12 to 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 makes it easier to form the second loop 6. It also makes the sewing operation easier if necessary.

[0047] Preferably, the overlap 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 overlap length to prevent the installation of a connector or 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 belt 1 and first strap 9 and the attachment between belt 1 and second strap 12 extends continuously or almost continuously to prevent the installation of a connector or wire element between belt 1 and each of the first strap 9 and second strap 12 and thus prevent the formation of an additional loop.

[0049] It is also advantageous that the attachment between the second strap 12 and the first strap 9, for example by means of first loop seams 13, extends continuously or almost 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 fastenings from working in a disadvantageous mode, particularly during peeling when the fastening is a seam, especially when the ventral suspension point 4 is subjected to significant stresses.

[0051] In the event that the connection between the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 fails, the connector(s) and / or wire elements installed in the first loop 5 and / or in the second loop 6 remain attached to the ring 10 and therefore remain attached to the belt 1. The same applies in the event of a break in the connection between the belt 1 and the first strap 9.

[0052] This construction is advantageous because the connection of the various elements to the belt 1 is maintained by means of the ring 10. It is therefore possible to reduce the bulk of the ventral suspension point 4 by choosing a ring 10 whose mechanical properties are selected to withstand a predefined range of forces. This allows, for example, the selection of the thickness, width, material, and configuration of the fasteners that close the ring 10 as the first strap 9.

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

[0054] In a preferred embodiment, the first loop 5 receives the attachment of the shoulder 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 achieved by stitching.

[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 are subjected to shear stress. It is advantageous to configure these first loop seams 13 to yield under a first threshold force, which is equal to the maximum permissible force beyond which the suspension point can no longer be used and is less than the force that would cause 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 one end of the first strap 9 is attached to a second end of the first strap 9 by strength seams 14. The strength 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 connecting the first strap 9 and the second strap 12 along the first loop 5 breaks, the user will realize that the harness is no longer usable. The stitching serves as an indicator of the application of force exceeding the maximum permissible force.

[0057] The same can be true for the stitching threads that secure the ring 10 to the belt 1. For example, the first strap 9 is attached to the belt 1 by belt stitches 15, and one end of the first strap 9 is attached to a second end of the first strap 9 by strength stitches 14. The strength stitches 14 withstand an initial force applied between the second loop 6 and the belt 1, while the belt stitches 15 fail to break. The same can be true when the belt stitches 15 secure the belt 1 and the first strap 9 together, or secure the belt 1 and the second strap 12 together, or secure the belt 1, the first strap 9, and the second strap 12 together.

[0058] In the implementation of the figure 4The second strap 12 is positioned against the outer face of the belt 1, but a similar function can be achieved by placing the second strap 12 against the inner face of the belt 1, as illustrated in the figure 5 The arrangement of the second strap 12 on one side or the other of the belt 1 has little effect on the mechanical performance of the ventral suspension point 4. On the other hand, attaching the second strap 12 to the belt 1 ensures better load transfer by the belt 1 compared to 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 tensile strength lower than that of the fasteners. Under the application of a significant force, the second strap 12 breaks in the separation zone between the first loop 5 and the second loop 6. The failure of the second strap 12 indicates a force exceeding a threshold value.

[0060] It is advantageous to form the second loop 6 using the two ends of the first strap 9 because in the event of the 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 breakage.

[0061] In the embodiment illustrated in figures 6 And 7The second strap 12 is arranged in the second loop 6. The first loop 5 can be closed by a stitch of the first loop 13 to serve as an indicator that breaks when the suspension point is subjected to significant stress. 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 controlling the breaking forces of the indicators is more difficult to achieve. Again, the second strap 12 can be positioned on either side of the belt 1.

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

[0063] The first strap 9 forms a ring 10 which encircles the belt 1. Preferably, the leg loop 11 crosses ring 10. More preferably, the thigh band 11 is attached to belt 1 with the same stitching as the first strap 9 and possibly the second strap 12.

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

[0065] The use of a thigh band 11 which connects the two thigh bands 2 and which passes through the ring 10 is particularly advantageous because it ensures the mechanical connection between the thigh bands 2 and the belt 1 while relaxing the technological constraints on the attachment between the thigh bands 2 and the belt 1.

[0066] The ventral suspension point 4 can 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 the figure 9 .

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

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

[0069] In professional harnesses designed for working at height, it is common to have a ventral suspension point positioned opposite the user's navel. This configuration facilitates the attachment of various equipment used during prolonged periods of suspension. This explains why the configuration of a harness designed for working at height differs from that of a mountaineering harness, which is more commonly called a "sport harness."

[0070] In prior art work-at-height harnesses, the leg loops are attached to the waist belt and form the loop(s) that define the ventral suspension point. Consequently, the leg loop straps are designed to withstand the mechanical stresses of a ventral suspension point.

[0071] It is standard practice to use a wide webbing to form the loop of the ventral suspension point, extending the webbing to both leg loops. To ensure mechanical strength in the event of a fall, it is necessary to sew a large area between each strand of the webbing and the waist belt. The previous design involves a significant angle in the leg loop connections from the ventral suspension point 4 to the leg loops 2. This configuration limits comfort around the thighs, especially when the user is suspended by the harness. To improve comfort around the ventral suspension point 4 without unduly complicating the construction of the harness, it is advantageous to use a connecting webbing that links the first leg loop 2' to the second leg loop 2".The connecting strap passes through the ring 10 so that the connecting strap always remains attached to the belt 1 by means of the ring 10.

[0072] The binding strap defines 16 folds with a first fold 16' between the center of the binding strap and a first strand extending from the first thigh loop 2'. The binding strap defines a second fold 16" between the center of the binding strap and a second strand extending from the second thigh loop 2". The first fold 16' is separated from the second fold 16" by the ring 10. The two strands attach to the belt 1 with a wider gap than prior art configurations.

[0073] Preferably, the first 16" fold and the second 16" fold are fixedly attached to the belt 1 by at least one seam. Advantageously, the central portion of the link strap is fixedly attached to the belt 1 such that the belt 1 and the central portion deform in the same way along the longitudinal direction of the belt 1 as well as along the transverse direction of the belt 1.

[0074] The first fold 16' and the second fold 16" are separated by the ring 10 along the longitudinal direction of the belt 1.

[0075] Preferably, the first fold 16" and / or the second fold 16" are attached to the belt 1 by fold seams 17. The ring 10 is formed by a first strap 9, one end of which is attached to a second end by strength seams 14. The strength seams 14resist a first effort applied between the first loop 5 and the thigh bands 2 and the fold seams 17 give way to said first effort.

[0076] Advantageously, the thigh circumference link 11 is attached to the belt 1 by belt seams 15. The ring 10 is formed by a first strap 9, one end of which is attached to a second end by strength seams 14. The strength seams 14 resist a first force applied between the first loop 5 and the thigh bands 2 and the belt seams 15 give way to said first force.

[0077] The use of a waistband seam 15 and / or a fold seam 17, which are less resistant than the strength seam 14, provides an indicator of severe stress on the harness. The initial stress can represent the maximum permissible stress for the harness. When the harness is subjected to a stress exceeding a threshold value, the fold seam 17 and / or the waistband seam 15 fail. The failed seams serve as indicators.

[0078] Installing the leg loop 11 inside the ring 10 and separating the leg loop 11 from the buckle intended for attachment to the anchor point modifies the mechanical behavior of the straps that connect the leg loops 2 to the ventral suspension point 4. The wider the first strap 9 forming the ring 10, the greater the potential mechanical resistance of the ventral suspension point 4, all other parameters remaining unchanged. However, this makes the buckle less convenient to use and reduces the comfort of the leg loop connections when the strap extends to the leg loops.

[0079] To form the leg loops (11), it is advantageous to use a narrower strap than the straps of the anterior artery, which improves the comfort of the leg loop connection. Specifically, it is advantageous to use a strap that is narrower and / or thinner than the strap that forms the waistband (1). It is also possible to use a more flexible strap, which generally corresponds to a strap with lower tensile strength, if one does not want to compromise other parameters, particularly cost.

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

Claims

1. Roping harness comprising: - a belt (1), a first leg loop (2'), a second leg loop (2") and a joining strap forming a leg loop link (11) connecting the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loop (2"); - a ring (10) securely attached to the belt (1) and passed through by the leg loop link (11); - a first loop (5) fixed to the belt (1) to form a ventral suspension point (4); wherein the joining 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; wherein 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 salient from the belt (1) in the opposite direction to the first and second leg loops (2', 2"); in that the first fold (16') and the second fold (16") are arranged beyond the ring (10) on each side of the ring (10) in the longitudinal direction; and in that at least one seam fixedly secures the ring (10), the central part of the joining strap and the belt (1), the ring (10) surrounding the belt (1) and the central portion of the joining strap.

2. Roping harness according to claim 1 wherein the first fold (16') and the second fold (16") are secured to the belt (1) by at least one seam.

3. Roping harness according to anyone of the preceding claims wherein the leg loop link (11) is fixed to the belt (1) by belt seams (15), wherein the ring (10) is formed by a first strap (9) having a first end fixed to a second end by resistance seams (14), wherein the resistance seams (14) withstand a first stress applied between the first loop (5), the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loops (2) and wherein the belt seams (15) yield to said first stress.

4. Roping harness according to anyone of the preceding claims wherein the first fold (16') and / or the second fold (16") are fixed to the belt (1) by fold seams (17), wherein the ring (10) is formed by a first strap (9) having a first end fixed to a second end by resistance seams (14), and wherein the resistance seams (14) withstand a first stress applied between the first loop (5), the first leg loop (2') and the second leg loops (2") and the fold seams (17) yield to said first stress.

5. Roping harness to anyone of the preceding claims wherein the leg loop link (11) is made from a joining strap that presents a breaking strength in a direction connecting the first leg loop (2') with the second leg loop (2") that 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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