I have had a bunch of harnesses and I got the Zhik because I was told it was the only harness I could get that would work both on distance and buoy racing. I was told the truth. I use mine for Tybees, a-cat'ing, N20 buoys, etc. Works great, though it can be little uncomfortable standing up in it. One big plus - it's very easy to take on and off with the velcro.

The Zhik does have a spreader bar buried inside the cloth. Several Tybee guys have fit cleats to them, and I'm sure Mike Krantz could tell you how to do it.