I Need a New Type of Strap (Page 2): I am using a Black Rapid strap. Check it out on line at BlackRapid.com If you're interested, I have one that I can sell with the FastenR and a...

Fotomacher Loc: Toronto

BlackRipleyDog wrote:

Presently I shot with a D800 which is a heavy camera. I am finding the regular neck strap to be quite tiring regardless of the lens attached. I am planning on a multi-hour hike to Gulf Hagas which is nearby and am seriously considering a sling-type strap that allows the camera to ride on my hip instead of on my chest. I know a lot of members like O-P. Any advice? How do these straps connect to the camera? Thanks.

I am using a Black Rapid strap. Check it out on line at BlackRapid.com If you're interested, I have one that I can sell with the FastenR and a Manfrotto tripod plate with the FastenR. Reason for having an extra strap? Before I got my D810, I was using a D300s AND a D700 and many times took both on my excursions. I will be in the US next weekend and can send USPS. Let me know.

lbjed Loc: New York

Have and use Peak Design. Easy on/Easy off. Easily adjustable. If you have an Arca Swiss tripod head it is very convenient.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

BlackRipleyDog wrote:

Presently I shot with a D800 which is a heavy camera. I am finding the regular neck strap to be quite tiring regardless of the lens attached. I am planning on a multi-hour hike to Gulf Hagas which is nearby and am seriously considering a sling-type strap that allows the camera to ride on my hip instead of on my chest. I know a lot of members like O-P. Any advice? How do these straps connect to the camera? Thanks.

BlackRipleyDog, what you need to do is go to blackrapid.com. Or, look at this, https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1278394-REG/blackrapid_361005_sport_breathe_single_strap.html?sts=pi

Gene51 Loc: Yonkers, NY, now in LSD (LowerSlowerDelaware)

BlackRipleyDog wrote:

Presently I shot with a D800 which is a heavy camera. I am finding the regular neck strap to be quite tiring regardless of the lens attached. I am planning on a multi-hour hike to Gulf Hagas which is nearby and am seriously considering a sling-type strap that allows the camera to ride on my hip instead of on my chest. I know a lot of members like O-P. Any advice? How do these straps connect to the camera? Thanks.

I've used a Black Rapid sling strap while hiking. Total PITA with the camera moving around and banging my hip. I've upgraded to a Cotton Carrier - the best move for me, as I often will hike 4-8 miles with a camera and a couple of lenses. When the camera is in the harness, nothing moves. When I need to take a picture, the camera instantly comes out of it's receptor and is ready to shoot. Using the harness still lets me take a day pack or hydration pack. I've also used it while snowshoeing. Nothing hangs around your neck.

crazydaddio Loc: Toronto Ontario Canada

Fotoserj wrote:

Blackrapid or any copycat, there's multiple variations of the best one, look at the sport version it stays better in place and there's also a two rigs model available

I have the double BR strap. Works great.
Only flaw with sling straps in general (especially doubles) is they will "swing" if you are trying to climb or descend. I have seen some DIY solutions to this you may want to research.

If going for a walk, takes a load off your neck and you have instantaneous access to the camera.

There are also some really cheap ones on Amazon. Not sure how reliable they are...

anotherview Loc: California

Check out this Web-site: https://optechusa.com/straps.html

BlackRipleyDog wrote:

Presently I shot with a D800 which is a heavy camera. I am finding the regular neck strap to be quite tiring regardless of the lens attached. I am planning on a multi-hour hike to Gulf Hagas which is nearby and am seriously considering a sling-type strap that allows the camera to ride on my hip instead of on my chest. I know a lot of members like O-P. Any advice? How do these straps connect to the camera? Thanks.

photorepmi

BlackRapid Sport is the best choice for comfort and speed.

Tet68survivor Loc: Pomfret Center CT

My wife and I just purchased the Peak Design's Summit Edition, camera is at hip level, right or left handed, and easily swings into shooting position., it has push button quick release with color coded warning system for when the releases become unsafe! Very comfortable! Strap is made of strong but soft material with one side at shoulder anti slip! We like them very much, no more neck aches!

Ballangrud Loc: Vermont

I carry a D810...often with my 28-300 walk around lens. I use a sling strap and have taken it on may tours. Walking with it all day long and never feel weighed down as I did with a neck type strap.

boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander

MT Shooter wrote:

Utility sling strap from OpTech USA. NOTHING BETTER, at any price, and it's under $30.

Ditto

rydabyk Loc: Florida Panhandle

I do a lot of hiking and I love my BosStrap. It has a great attachment system that does not use the tripod mounting screw.

OddJobber Loc: Portland, OR

PixelStan77 wrote:

Several air rooms connect to other room, when weight be pressed on room then flow to other to generate life up force to offset down force from your carrying.

Just a WAG but this is made in and marketed from China? No problem with that, but a linking to the solution will savings myself much more searchings.

mapster Loc: Wisconsin

MT Shooter wrote:

Utility sling strap from OpTech USA. NOTHING BETTER, at any price, and it's under $30.

I agree! Absolutely love mine. Most comfortable thing I've ever used. Can have it on all day and you never get uncomfortable!
Made in the USA too!

Morning Star Loc: West coast, North of the 49th N.

BlackRipleyDog wrote:

Presently I shot with a D800 which is a heavy camera. I am finding the regular neck strap to be quite tiring regardless of the lens attached. I am planning on a multi-hour hike to Gulf Hagas which is nearby and am seriously considering a sling-type strap that allows the camera to ride on my hip instead of on my chest. I know a lot of members like O-P. Any advice? How do these straps connect to the camera? Thanks.

For a heavy camera plus an even-heavier-than-the-camera lens I have used a harness strap. It divides the weight over both shoulders and across the back. No more neck pain, nor even shoulder or back pain.
See: https://optechusa.com/bino-cam-harness.html
Don't let the low price scare you off: Op-Tech USA's straps are of excellent quality!

jonfrei

I carry a D810 and a D2X (at the same time) on a Spider-Pro dual rig (link below). I also use their hand strap instead of a neck strap. Everything else goes in a LowePro sling-bag (the Slingshot Edge 250 seems to be the closest of what they make now to what I have). I add to that a Manfrotto carbon-fiber monopod and I hike comfortably -- even up the likes of Crab Tree Falls!

https://spiderholster.com/spider-pro
http://store.lowepro.com/sling-bags/slingshot-edge-250-aw