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The Omnijore™ Joring System is designed for any dog-pulling activity such as skijoring, mountainboard-joring, skatejoring, bikejoring, or canicross. Enjoy joring all year long in any climate conditions.
Complete system includes dog harness, human hipbelt, and towline. The components are designed to work together to maximize comfort and enjoyment.
Dog harness is available in three sizes and the human hipbelt fits human waist sizes 27-48" (68-123 cm). If you require an additional dog harness, please email customer support at support@ruffwear.com.
Dog Harness: Canine-specific design comes in three sizes with five points of adjustability for a customized fit.
Towline: Shock-absorbing material minimizes bounce, the Talon Clip™ provides a quick, secure harness attachment point and the color-coded ends easily identify the attachment locations. Towline length: 8' (248 cm) relaxed and 10' (307 cm) stretched
Human Hipbelt: Tow bridle allows for 180 degrees of tow direction for use in multiple joring activities, the intuitive towline releases for quick disconnect, and the leg loops keep the hipbelt in place (can be removed).
Number of Reviews: 17 customers reviewed this product.
Recommended:16 out of 17 said they would recommend this product.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Kaya
Date of Review: 3/28/2013
We kick up our paws in: Blacksburg Virginia
My canine companion(s): Husky mix
Loving it so far
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
I've only used the system a handful of times so far, but I love it! Easy to fit, and seems well constructed and sturdy. Has made our runs so much more enjoyable for both of us, I think it was definitely worth the price.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Niche
Date of Review: 1/21/2013
We kick up our paws in: Northwestern Arizona
My canine companion(s): Border Collie X
fantastic
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Niche and I run at least 12 miles a week with this system. We have been using the omnijore system for six months. Sometimes her and I just run but we often pick up the neighbor's dog, Niche's 35-lb BFF, to run on another gangline. My overall impression is as follows, starting from the human end:
1) The hip belt. LOVE this. This is the most adjustable, comfortable, pocket-filled hip belt for joring I've ever found. The under-the leg straps are vital as the belt tends to rise on me unless I utilize these straps. I am also asthmatic so the ability to carry my emergency inhaler (not in a pants pocket because it creates friction) has really made our runs enjoyable. Both pockets fit my iphone4 with an otterbox with a little shoving, but they do the trick. The water bottle holder is also great, but you need to use a small bottle (not a nalgene; I use one that holds 16 oz). However, the addition of a bottle can make the back of the belt feel "floppy", but I was used to it after a few runs and Niche appreciated the water after the trail run. Furthermore, the quick release system is fantastic. I've never had to use it (thank goodness), but, properly fastened, holds my 75-lb partner and her 35-lb partner in crime. Other systems I've reviewed may or may not have a quick-release system, and if they are included, are typically out in front of the runner and may be difficult to reach depending on the flexibility of the attachment to the belt.
2) The gangline. This is my least favorite part of this system. It is entirely too flexible and is not rigid enough to provide adequate tension for a solid pull. However, I do appreciate the handle at the human-attachment end because I use it when I run Niche and my neighbor's dog side-by-side. Due to the construction of the gangline, you need to feed the plastic attachment rings through the quick-release strap to attach the RW gangline to the hip belt. Well, when you run two dogs, each on their own gangline and they are not attached by a neckline (I can't with Niche and her 35-lb BFF), it is impossible to attach two ganglines without them getting tangled unless you have dogs that always run on the same side of one another (and, well, I don't). To solve that problem, I rigged up a simple system that attaches both ganglines to a swivel which easily connects to the quick-release strap and still allows it to function properly. So, we run with one RuffWear gangline and another 8-foot line purchased elsewhere. The handle on the ruffwear gangline has enabled us to rig up this system that works for us. Running both lines side-by-side, though, I would prefer the stiffer gangline hands down.
3) The harness. I like this harness and it seems as though Niche does, too (although she hates putting it on but her eyes light up when you say "run", go figure). It's easy to put on once you get the hang of it, and it is extremely, extremely adjustable. I have a very broad border collie x (75 lbs) that actully wears a medium and it fits her extremely well. The removable belly strap was also extremely helpful in the beginning. She is trained to never pull on a leash so sometimes she would run beside me and essentially "back out" of her harness. The belly strap prevented the harness from going directly over her head if she got behind me. Now that she's used to getting ahead and leaning into the harness, we have removed this belly strap and she seems to enjoy the harness even more. If this is your first time trying this harness on, it seems "humped" in the middle, but that is to allow the dog to arch their back while running so it increases freedom of movement. There is still a lot of fabric on this harness compared to x-backed harnesses sold elsewhere, but it does provide a lot of options for adjustment (which some x-back harnesses do not).
All in all, we love this product and use it at least four times a week (granted, with some modifications). It has lasted these six months of constant pulling and training with one or two dogs and we will have it for many more months and many more miles.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Lyric
Date of Review: 11/25/2012
We kick up our paws in: Central Vermont
My canine companion(s): Doberman
Awesome !
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Rugged Quality !
4 out of 5
Dog's Name: Moab
Date of Review: 10/23/2012
We kick up our paws in: Idaho
My canine companion(s): Chocolate Lab
Excellent
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
The harness has worked great for biking, I will transistion to skiing once the snow flies. The only thing I haven't worked out is a fit issue. The harnees has a tendancy to ride to the side. This is probably due to something I am doing wrong with the adjustments as I have not played with them much.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Gryphon
Date of Review: 9/2/2012
We kick up our paws in: Connecticut
My canine companion(s): Shetland Sheepdog
Excellent!
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
We used this joring system for the first time today on a hike through the woods - it was fantastic. The harness was easy to adjust on Gryphon and fit him very well (38 pounds, small harness). He was clearly comfortable in it, even with the belly strap. The hipbelt was comfortable to wear and I was able to carry everything I needed for a day hike with it, except for a collapsable water bowl for Gryph. I'll try to rig something to the harness or hipbelt to use in the future. The towline was easy to manage, although perhaps some of that credit goes to the dog, who figured out very quickly how to adjust to the tension, and seemed to understand how to avoid getting tangled around trees. I would definitely suggest some training for larger or inexperienced dogs if they're likely to run into trouble with that towline, because it is quite long. I'm thrilled to be able to hike hands free and give Gryphon more room to roam!
2 out of 5
Dog's Name: Indie
Date of Review: 8/2/2012
We kick up our paws in: Cornwall UK
My canine companion(s): Alaskan Malamute
Not fit for purpose
Would you recommend this product?.: No
The good bits are the human and dog harness; both really good, comfortable fits and durable construction. I love the quick release design and pockets available. Also the adjustments on the dog harness.
However I was really dissappointed with the gangline. I'm 57kg female with a 34kg dog yet it takes minimal tension on the line for it to be pulled out completely offering no absorbency for either user. This would be fine if we wanted it to stroll in the park, but as a working harness to walk-jor, bike-jor, skate-jor it doesn't work. The bungy should be designed to absorb changes in pace and tension on the line so to not jolt dog or human and this doesn't happen - every step she takes I feel, likewise she's feeling the same. Really disappointed as this part of the product is useless to us - and we won't be able to get another towline to make use of the quick release feature.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Marketa
Date of Review: 5/30/2012
We kick up our paws in: New England
My canine companion(s): Border Collie/Schnauzer Mix
Very well constructed
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Best back support for human (so comfortable) and great sizing for my now 2 year-old medium size mix breed who weighs in at 30 lbs. She is a size SMALL.
She is FAST and together we run and hike trails and compete in several 5k dog friendly events from Maine to Massachusetts and in between.
I really like the two zipper pouches to hold a few essentials (tick spoon, poop bags, and car keys fit easily with room to spare) One small note: The water bottle holder is not Nalgene bottle size friendly, but rather more bicycle bottle size friendly.
I love this harness and think it's the best on the market!
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Caprica
Date of Review: 5/6/2012
We kick up our paws in: Erie
My canine companion(s): Siberian Husky
FUN!
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
I ve had this harness for about 10 months now and it is great. We rollerblade at the peninsula and jog around home. Really well constructed harness. Fits good even though she s a smaller husky. Got a medium and she s about 40 lbs.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: kingsley(big brother)
Date of Review: 3/27/2012
We kick up our paws in: tacoma
My canine companion(s): blue nose american pit bull terriers
perfect
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Kingley pulls me on my mountain board around the neighborhood. Hes 110lbs, and sister is 75lbs and they're both wearing larges..fit is great..now we need a pallisades joring pack system ..
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Kasha
Date of Review: 2/23/2012
We kick up our paws in: Los Angeles, CA
My canine companion(s): Kuvasz
Awesome
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
I took my Kuvasz to the snow and went Skijoring with her. Harness fit great and we had so much fun. Great product. Highly recommend.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Anonymous
Date of Review: 2/1/2012
We kick up our paws in: Marquette, MI
My canine companion(s): Beagle/Spaniel Mix
Great!
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
We have a strong 30 pound Beagle/Spaniel Mix who loves this harness. The fit is great, well worth the money.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Rocky
Date of Review: 1/24/2012
We kick up our paws in: Pagosa Springs, CO
My canine companion(s): Border collie, blue healer and more
Great!
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Easy to fit, easy to use and fun for both the dog and us. Great padding system and the quick release really works. Our dog loves the sport.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Sol
Date of Review: 1/17/2012
We kick up our paws in: Norway, Europe
My canine companion(s): labrador
very good
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
The harness worked very good when skiing with the dog
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Mattias Lindman
Date of Review: 12/27/2011
We kick up our paws in: Sweden
My canine companion(s): German shorthaired pionter
Very good
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Very good, for running and skiing, the harness fits my dog perfect.The hip belt fits very good and is very comfortable. Use a shorter towline for running!
4 out of 5
Dog's Name: Tanya
Date of Review: 12/27/2011
We kick up our paws in: Anchorage alaska
My canine companion(s): labrador retriever
good
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
this is a really good system for skijouring. However; there needs to be more adjustments for my skinny lab in the chest so that it doesn;t rub her raw from sliding side to side. Not a great fit for her harness, not enough adjustments. I do like the handle towards the back of the dog harness as you used to make a similar harness with handle way too close to the front and was difficult to hoist my dog into the ski chairlift.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Anonymous
Date of Review: 12/10/2011
We kick up our paws in: New Brunswick Canada
My canine companion(s): Sheppard/Husky Mix
Great Quality
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
Awesome product looks good and feels great. My only complaint is the price, I feel like it should be cheaper then the pallisades pack since theres more to the pack.
5 out of 5
Dog's Name: Anonymous
Date of Review: 12/4/2011
We kick up our paws in: Massachusetts
My canine companion(s): samoyed
perfect
Would you recommend this product?.: Yes!
I take my dog running and this is a great system, it's the best. I also use this system with my mtb bike. I have tried a number of setups with my dog and this one works the best. Well worth the money. I get the impression this was made by people who actually use it.