Verso 4 Reversible Airbag Harness
The Gin Verso 4 is my top harness recommendation for students moving into their first personal setup. It solves a problem I see constantly — pilots who want one harness that works for everything from training hill sessions to mountain hike & fly days without choosing between protection, comfort, and packability. The reversible design means you inflate it to fly and reverse it into a rucksack for the hike up. The rucksack is fully ergonomic with 60-65L of volume depending on size — more than enough for a wing, reserve, and everything else you need for a day on the hill. The new detachable rucksack system is a smart addition — you can leave it behind for tandem flights or when you want to travel light. The new ABS geometry improves roll stability and gives more precise feedback from the wing in turbulent air — something that matters a lot as students progress from training hills to real mountain flying. The simplified clip-in system is genuinely beginner-friendly without cutting corners on security. The airbag protector inflates quickly and holds its shape well through turns and turbulence. For a new pilot who is going to take some tumbles learning to kite, having that protection built in is genuinely important. Carabiners, speedbar, rescue container, and handles are all included.
| size | xs | s | m | l | xl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot height (cm) | < 165 | 160 - 175 | 170 - 185 | 180 - 190 | > 185 |
| Total harness weight (g) | 2.915 | 2.963 | 3.095 | 3.233 | 3.304 |
| Weight of the harness (g) | 2.395 | 2.443 | 2.555 | 2.663 | 2.734 |
| Rucksack weight (g) | 0.52 | 0.52 | 0.54 | 0.57 | 0.57 |
| Rucksack volume (L) | 60 | 61.2 | 62.4 | 64.8 | 65 |
| Rescue container volume (cm³) | 4700 | 4700 | 5000 | 5200 | 5400 |
| certification | EN + LTF | EN + LTF | EN + LTF | EN + LTF | EN + LTF |