What changed, and what stayed the same
If you’re looking for the Lander harness and seeing the Bomber instead, here’s the full context.
Both harnesses were designed for the same use case: vehicle travel and everyday movement. The Bomber replaces the Lander going forward, but the underlying safety intent remains unchanged.
This article explains what’s different, what’s the same, and how to think about the transition.
Safety first: what did not change
The Lander and the Bomber were engineered to the same safety thresholds.
- Both were designed for dogs up to 75 lb
- Both were engineered to handle over 3,300 lb of static load
- Both were developed around controlled deceleration and load distribution in vehicle scenarios.
Why introduce a new model instead of restocking the Lander?
We do not want two crash tested harnesses competing with each other long term. It creates confusion on the shelf and in your mind.
So we made a simple decision:
• Lander will not be restocked.
• Bomber is the crash tested harness going forward.
They each have their own name because they are their own builds, with slightly different hardware and different sizing. The goal is clarity. If you are shopping now, you will see Bomber. If you already own a Lander, you know exactly where your harness sits in the story.
None of this means that Bomber is “better” or that Lander is outclassed. They are two takes on the same brief.
What actually changed between Lander and Bomber
Here are the key differences, in plain language.
1. Buckles
We changed the buckle model on the Bomber to make day to day use easier.
• The new buckles are easier to manipulate, especially with cold hands or gloves.
• This is about convenience and feel, not about changing safety ratings.
If you have a Lander, you do not need to replace it for safety reasons. You might simply notice that the Bomber feels a little quicker and smoother to clip in and out.
2. Neck strap fit and pattern
We also adjusted the pattern, especially around the neck.
• On Bomber, neck straps are shorter than on Lander.
• The neck area is slightly different, which should accomodate more dogs especially in the XS size.
Important note for sizing:
Because the neck area changed, a Medium Lander is not automatically a Medium Bomber. Some dogs will wear the same size in both. Others might move up or down a size.
That is why we ask you to refer to the Bomber size guide instead of copying your Lander size by default.
If you already own a Lander
If you own a Lander, nothing about your harness got downgraded by a name change.
Lander was built for this category, tested for this category, and designed around the same safety intent we still build to today. You do not need to replace your Lander.
If you are new here and you came looking for the Lander
If you have heard about the Lander and you are arriving now, Bomber is the continuation of that story.
Same category. Same intent. Same approach to controlled deceleration and load distribution in vehicle scenarios. Same safety thresholds.
Bomber replaces Lander going forward because the build evolved, not because we changed what the harness is meant to do. You are not getting a “new, unproven” direction. You are getting the next version of the crash-tested harness we built this reputation on.
FAQ
Is the Bomber harness safer than the Lander harness?
No. The Bomber is not “safer” than the Lander. Both were designed for dogs up to 75 lb. Both were engineered to handle over 3,300 lb of static load. The Bomber is a different build, not a different safety target.
What is the difference between the Bomber harness and the Lander harness?
The main differences are hardware feel and fit patterning.
Bomber uses a different buckle model to make everyday clipping easier, and the neck strap pattern is shorter and slightly different to accommodate more dogs (especially in XS). The safety intent did not change.
Why did you replace the Lander harness with the Bomber harness?
We do not want two crash tested harnesses competing with each other long term. It creates confusion on the shelf and in your mind.
So we made a simple decision:
- Lander will not be restocked.
- Bomber is the crash tested harness going forward.
They each have their own name because they are their own builds, with slightly different hardware and different sizing. The goal is clarity. If you are shopping now, you will see Bomber. If you already own a Lander, you know exactly where your harness sits in the story.
None of this means that Bomber is “better” or that Lander is outclassed. They are two takes on the same brief.
Is the Lander harness discontinued?
Yes. The Lander harness will not be restocked.
If you already own a Lander, you can keep using it with confidence.
Should I replace my Lander harness with the Bomber harness?
No. If your Lander fits your dog well, keep using it with confidence.
The two models are similar enough that there’s no reason to replace a Lander just because the Bomber exists. The Bomber adds a few refinements (like updated buckle feel and an updated neck pattern), but it is an evolution of the same category and intent, not a must-have upgrade.
Is the Bomber harness crash-tested?
Yes. The Bomber has been independently dynamically sled-tested in a 30 mph frontal-impact setup based on FMVSS 213 crash conditions (test pulse, standardized test seat, excursion flags, and LATCH-style anchor points).
Will my dog be the same size in Bomber as in Lander?
Not always.
Because the neck pattern changed, a Lander size does not automatically map to the same Bomber size. Use the Bomber size guide, and if you are between sizes, we can help you choose.
I came looking for the Lander. Is the Bomber the same kind of harness?
Yes. The Bomber continues the same category and intent people associate with the Lander. It replaces Lander going forward because the build evolved, not because the purpose changed.
