Reecoil Audax 1500 Hydration Harness

The Reecoil Audax 1500 hydration harness lets climbers and ground crew carry water on their body, so you can drink without coming down or walking back to the truck. The 1500 in the name points to a reservoir of about 1.5 liters.

Why carry water aloft

On a hot day a long climb can drain you before you realize it, and coming down for a drink costs time. A hydration harness keeps a reservoir on your back with a drinking tube near your mouth, so you can sip between cuts. The Audax 1500 is made for people who work at height and on the ground.

Check how it sits with your saddle, shoulder straps, and chest harness before you climb; nothing should interfere with your life-support connections or your access to gear. See other saddle parts and shoulder harnesses to round out your setup.

Fit and care

Adjust the straps so the pack rides snug without shifting when you move around the tree. Route the drinking tube so it cannot snag on branches or get near a running chain. Empty, rinse, and dry the reservoir after use so it stays clean.

It also cuts down on trips to the cooler for the ground crew, who can wear it while dragging brush or feeding the chipper. Staying hydrated keeps your judgment sharp, which matters when you are making cuts aloft or working around a running chipper.

A hydration harness is not a life-support component. Keep your climbing system as specified by the manufacturer and ANSI Z133, inspect it before each climb, and make sure you are trained for the work.