HarbingerPadded Nylon Head Harness

I bought a neck harness 5 years or so at sears.I liked it,but as I became stronger I needed to add more weight to it.In doing so the stiching came out.And after taking it to a friend of mine it was repaired.But not for very long.So I shopped around and I found this one. The quality is twice as good.The harness itself is thicker.The chain itself is bigger.The only thing I had to modify was for me the chain was a little longer than what I need.With a simple trip to home depot I was able to shorten it up by about 4 lengths. All in all I would recommened this to anyone who needs to build their neck. The head harness is adjustable with a velcro strip.

This product is just fine for what it is, it functions well and does what it advertises but the stitching comes out very easily. The thing was falling apart within a week of owning it. If you pick this one up be prepared to reinforce the stitching so that you can make it last a bit longer.

I've used this harness dozens of times over the last 2 or so months that I've owned it and feel that it is a worthwhile addition to training. I have not seen any wear or tear, and adjusting the amount of weight is easy, as is the size of the harness since it's done via a sturdy velcro strap in front.You can pay $40+ for the fancier ones, but in my opinion, they're not going to give you any discernible advantage or superior performance. This harness is perfectly fine for what it's designed to do.***Edit 2/15/10-Make SURE that when you're using this harness, that the the nylon straps that run down the side are not twisting or binding. I was using this in the gym a few weeks ago and the audibly heard some of the stitching snap on one of the sides, and that was only with 50 lbs. of weight. My advice would be to use either smaller plate loads (10 lb. plates) or attach an additional chain to the middle of the harness to try to stabilize the larger plates. Large plates have a tendency to start twisting, which twists the straps, making them weak. I had a tailor mend and reinforce them, but I'll be wary from now on.Maybe I should've bought one of the leather harnesses, after all.***

This is a necessity for building neck strength. Great to use for football, rugby, wrestlers, or if you just want to strengthen your neck. harness is strong, and soft where it touches your head.

Ya gotta use it, but it works.

It's a good product overall and does what its supposed to do. Very sturdy and well made. Only problem is there is no padding on the hanging straps, so it might hurt your ears, but thats not really a big deal unless you're a sissy.

Great item

I should've heeded the other reviews that recommended spending a few extra bucks to get the harness that has hinges/pivots for the straps--this one is worthless. It arrived quickly and in great condition--the seller was great. But the product is a FAIL. Harbinger should be ashamed. What a ridiculous sham of a product. Doesn't work for neck flexion movement at all. It does work for neck extensions, but only if you're sitting up with elbows resting on knees, not lying flat--which means a very limited range of neck movement--what's the point?? The lack of hinges for the straps/chains is the main drawback of this product. I didn't anticipate it making such a difference, but the difference is clear and undeniable. The soft padding inside the head-piece is sufficient--even nice; but the lack of hinges/pivots for the straps means the harsh nylon straps will be twisting, twirling, folding, and grinding against your face and ears, abrading your skin and yanking facial hair with every rep.Just pass on this item, and spend the extra money to get a product that has hinges/pivots for the straps. You'll be glad you did.

Still loving it.

This is a great addition to my home gym. This helps to build neck and trap muscles as it can isolate the area.

Perhaps one of the most awkward and embarrassing fitness devices you can use at the gym so I recommend you use it at home. Heck, you might even want to attach some (rubber) limbs to the chain and wear it on Halloween. An effective, comfortable and safe way to strengthen the neck, just make sure you get the form of movement right and don't load up too heavy. Good luck!

A+ medieval torture equipment, essential for strengthening headbanging musculature.

Works like it's supposed to.