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gqtuazon

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Rick M said:
How comfortable is it with that setup?
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Pretty comfortable Rick. I like this set-up as well as my other optech strap. I'll design a strap with velcro to see if I can just link them both to make them dual straps.

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RON_RIP

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I am quite pleased with my Black Rapid. Best strap I have ever owned. Also just sent for Cotton Carrier hand strap because sometimes I would rather not have a large strap on the camera.
 
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RON_RIP

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Like the cotton carrier hand strap because you can still use your tripod with it but I think the is not good to use with heavier lenses as it can cause your hand to cramp on a long walk. Be fine for the 35 or 50 lenses.
 
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Chris3000

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How do guys like em? I was thinking about buying one but not sure due to the quick release(the plastic parts that connect the strap to the shoulder pad)), kinda afraid I will release it by accident :confused: but haven`t tried one yet.
 
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Jonathan

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I'm a Black Rapid kinda guy, but attached to the camera strap place rather than the tripod place (thanks to advice on here).
 
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vindex1963

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Chris3000 said:
How do guys like em? I was thinking about buying one but not sure due to the quick release(the plastic parts that connect the strap to the shoulder pad)), kinda afraid I will release it by accident :confused: but haven`t tried one yet.
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Three cameras two gripped one with a 70-200 f/2.8 and not one accidental release. I don't ever use the quick release anyway.
 
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WayneF

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Chris3000 said:
How do guys like em? I was thinking about buying one but not sure due to the quick release(the plastic parts that connect the strap to the shoulder pad)), kinda afraid I will release it by accident :confused: but haven`t tried one yet.
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If you mean the Op/Tech, there is no problem at all. Very handy, and very comfortable.
 
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JohnFrench

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I carry a D7100 with a Nikon 18-300 (heavy) on an Op/Tek, I worry about the plastic clips as well, and the neoprene makes my neck sweat in the summer to the point of saturation, so I leave it trailing out of the zipped camera bag to dry when I am out and about. I supposed the plastic clips could be zip-tied to take of accidental opening, only leaving breakage or stitching failure to worry about. I have enough to worry about, so I trust the way it is made, and check it often. LOL
 
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Chris3000

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Three cameras two gripped one with a 70-200 f/2.8 and not one accidental release. I don't ever use the quick release anyway.
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Thats the thing, I don`t need or want the quick release

I carry a D7100 with a Nikon 18-300 (heavy) on an Op/Tek, I worry about the plastic clips as well, and the neoprene makes my neck sweat in the summer to the point of saturation, so I leave it trailing out of the zipped camera bag to dry when I am out and about. I supposed the plastic clips could be zip-tied to take of accidental opening, only leaving breakage or stitching failure to worry about. I have enough to worry about, so I trust the way it is made, and check it often. LOL
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Hehe, I guess i could glue the plastic clips it so it won`t ever come apart :rolleyes:

I'm a Black Rapid kinda guy, but attached to the camera strap place rather than the tripod place (thanks to advice on here).
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I thought the Black rapid was only for the tripod mount, how have you fastened it to the original mounts on the sides?
 
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WayneF

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Chris3000 said:

Thats the thing, I don`t need or want the quick release

Hehe, I guess i could glue the plastic clips it so it won`t ever come apart :rolleyes:

I thought the Black rapid was only for the tripod mount, how have you fastened it to the original mounts on the sides?
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Googe finds that it was Black Rapid that suffered the connector failures. :) Kidding, I don't care what anyone uses, but for me, I do like the Op/Tech, including the connectors. They hold, absolutely no issue, yet are convenient, and very comfortable on long hauls. I remove the wide neck part for tripod uses and around the house, to shorten it out of the way. You can reconnect the two short ends together, and it makes a handy hand carrying strap. Holding the camera, you can put your wrist through it in case you drop something. Plus I replaced the Think Tank bag straps with Op/Tech too, a lot more comfortable, and slips less.
 
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