Weight already makes the selection
When comparing three reversible harnesses, the first mistake is to focus only on style or brand. The real selection starts with the scale. The Altirando Lite 2 is listed at 2.58 kg in size S, 2.83 kg in M, 2.95 kg in L and 3.07 kg in XL. The Wani Light 3 is listed at 3.00 kg in size M with its matching backpack. The Konvers 3 ranges from 3.24 to 3.84 kg depending on size. In other words, they follow completely different carrying logic.
What is notable is that all three remain close in discounted price. The Altirando Lite 2 is listed at 1,003.00 EUR, the Konvers 3 at 1,037.00 EUR and the Wani Light 3 at 1,044.65 EUR. The comparison is therefore not really about a few dozen euros. It comes down to what you are willing to carry and what you expect once in the air.
Altirando Lite 2: the hike and fly logic
The Altirando Lite 2 stands out when discussing elevation gain and regular carrying. In three out of four sizes, it stays at 3 kg or less. Importantly, it is not stripped down to the point of feeling empty or lacking features. The specifications list an effective pre-shaped airbag that deploys on inflation, a removable carbon board, included accessories and a backpack volume ranging from 70 to 90 litres depending on size. If your main priority is walking light without going too minimalist, it is the most balanced option in this group.
Wani Light 3: the broadest compromise
The Wani Light 3 does not aim to win a weight competition. With a listed 3.00 kg in size M including the backpack, it sits right in the middle. This is exactly what makes it interesting. Woody Valley presents it as a next-generation reversible harness focusing on lightness, safety and versatility, featuring self-inflating protection, a rigid seat, the Get Up system and simple adjustments. In short, it suits pilots who want a still-light setup without being specialised solely for hike and fly.
Konvers 3: heavier and more structured
The Konvers 3 clearly makes a different trade-off. At 3.24 / 3.37 / 3.62 / 3.84 kg depending on size, it is the heaviest of the three. But this weight buys something concrete: a reversible with a board, a self-inflating airbag in the seat, a reserve handle on the right side, included accessories and true trekking-style carrying. It is the harness that most clearly states: it asks more from your back, but returns more in structure, protection and overall comfort.
What these extra kilos actually provide
If you walk often, a difference of 400 or 700 grams is not theoretical. It genuinely changes how a long carry feels. In this logic, the Altirando Lite 2 keeps the advantage. If you look for a broader compromise between lightness, simplicity and versatile use, the Wani Light 3 holds a very sensible line. If you accept carrying more to get back a more structured seat, fuller protection and lasting comfort, the Konvers 3 brings the debate right back to basics.
A straightforward summary
- If carrying weight is the top priority, the Altirando Lite 2 is the most logical choice.
- If you want a reversible harness easy to keep long-term without an ultra-light obsession, the Wani Light 3 offers the broadest compromise.
- If you accept a few hundred extra grams to gain in structure, protection and comfort, the Konvers 3 makes sense.
Fly safe,
Cyrille MARCK and the Rid'Air/CEM team
