Softgoods design will involve a signifcant portion of later development
stages, given that this product concept is to be worn through
a variety of watersports.
Critically assessing a variety of sports harnesses for prototyping
efficiency proved to be useful for when designing my own.
The first harness tested was a ‘clavical support’.
Whilst offering a reliable frame to build from, it was poorly constructed.
This second clavical support included straps that cross the chest.
It was much better designed, in terms of both material and form factor.
Wide, elastic webbing straps dissipated pressure more evenly.
I will use this harness as inspiration when developing my own solution.
To offer a wider variety of potential mouthpiece locations during testing, a shoulder harness was also included in sessions with Tom and Kevin.
Air & Water 