mrswix
Belay Test Passer
Posts 2
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Hey all,
I'm new to climbing and I am completely hooked. I've been going almost religiously and it's finally time for me to buy my own harness. I have my own shoes and chalk bag good to go.
I am debating between a Black Diamond Momentum SA, AL, or Phoenix.
I have found the AL for $33, the SA for normal price at $59, and Phoenix also normal, at $65, all on Amazon.
That's my debate right now. Should I also pick up a locking carabiner?
Thanks for your help and if you could offer any extra gear tips, etc, that would be great!
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The momentum is the better of the bunch for the price. You will definatly need a locking caribiner, shoes and chalk bag to start. The most imortant thing you need to get though is a mentor.
Heath
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chilli
Technical Climber
Posts 197
Points 197
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you are DEFINITELY going to need a locking biner. i'd say go ahead and get 2 locking HMS/pear biners and one or two locking-D biner(s). you will eventually be in need of more than that, but 3-4 lockers to start will be more than enough to suffice for gym and occassional outdor TR if someone else has other necessary gear. did you already get a belay device to go with the lockers? if not, BD's ATC is good as a tube style belay device.
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as for your harness, BD makes good stuff across the board, but here's where i insert my obligatory plug for misty mountain if you're interested in a high quality harness.
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glad you got the shoes and everything worked out. another item of worthwhile investment before you head outside is a helmet (it's a lot cheaper than trying to get a surgeon to piece your head back together - not to sound morbid, but people take the helmet issue too lightly, i think)
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climb well, be well 
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mrswix
Belay Test Passer
Posts 2
Points 2
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As far as a harness, I have and really love the misty mountain cadillac. For the price, it the best for all day comfort.
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ffemt
Technical Climber
Posts 159
Points 189
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I've had a Momentum AL for 3 years and found it quite comfortable. Since your going to get a locking carabiner I would get an ATC/belay device as well. Sometimes you can find good prices here www.allclimbinggear.com
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Like Chilli said,
"helmet (it's a lot cheaper than trying to get a surgeon to piece your head back together - not to sound morbid, but people take the helmet issue too lightly, i think) "
I agree with Chilli, get a helmet for sure. Oh, and get one thats a new light model and not the old heavy one like I have on, haha 
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