Harness and belt recommendation

[Jigman13]

Yes, a stand up system. I've used the alutecnos kidney harness. Blown thru 2 of them actually. I like them but I've gotten straightened up by big eyes and swords in them which is never fun. A bucket or "sitting" system is what I'm looking for. I'm aware of how they all work and am looking for offshore experience testimonials and recos on the various brands and systems. I've googled them ad nauseum, read reviews and was hoping for input from some of the offshore guys here Bc I value this site tremendously. Ultimately I know obtaining a proper fit in the flesh will be the last step prior to purchasing but NJF feedback and insight is always a step a take too!

Thanks guys.

[Capt. Lou]

I believe Aftco has a good one only used there belts but used the original monster bucket for many season but this was designed for chair use .
Many models today are bucket style that U can stand up with & designed with that in mind .
UR Rod n reel choices R just as important by the way they to must be chosen with stand up in mind . The best belts are will not cure UR difficulties in fighting a fish if ur tackle choices R way off base !
If ur blowing thru harnesses on a regular basis I don't have an answer I've cought hundreds of big fish those in the 100to 300 lbs plus only broke a few harnesses of course I never skimped on quality and always pre fitted best I could under hvy pressure ! Most anglers cannot maintain much over 35# drag on stand up without properly bracing ur self .
We destroyed more chair set ups on Gts than ever on standup .
UR style of fighting a fish can also make things difficult if ur tackle & harnesses don't fit properly !
One cavieat' plenty of good choices today compared to 20/30 yrs ago U should have no problem at all in finding suitable quality products .
Few to look at Braid , Aftco , Black Magic & talk to someone who's caught many fish on SU then u'll get it right !

[Jigman13]

Any other input? It'd be for primarily 30 & 50 class gear. Tiagras and talicas.

[tjd24]

Braid Kidney Harness with a Braid Gimbal Belt never failed me with tuna/sharks up to a 233lb Bigeye & 307 Mako.

If you prefer, you can get a harness and rig up drop straps for the gimbal.