I have the equipe XT. I really like how well it works however I was inevitably bound up after a few ins and outs. I don't believe you can avoid this with the full harnesses. I took a shot a differnt style and bought the Dakine Nitrous shorts
http://www.amazon.com/Dakine-Nitrous-Harness/dp/B000KI26AO

I love em. If you are alright without shoulder harnesses i would recommend these. I honestly don't have any of the typical problems with these shorts. the harness is integral to the shorts. If I'm going to be on a long race >10 miles I opt for the Equipe since my abs are in no conditions to last that long. if you are racing cans they are perfect.

I also found if I was giving rides at the beach it was a real hastle to come in and off the beach with a full harness.

thats just my 2 cents.