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This is my version of the Blackrapid R-Strap. There are some other instructables for this type of strap. Some aren’t really the idea, as they just feature a strap that moves, whereas in this type of the strap the strap should stay stationary, while the camera moves along it. I also didn’t want to have to do any sewing, sawing, etc. I found a similar homemade strap here: http://www.theworriedshrimp.com/2010/01/no-worries-camera-strap.html but that one required some sewing, and it used Le Hooks which need to be ordered from Europe.
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Here’s a picture of the official strap. It connects to the tripod mount, and is worn across the shoulders like a messenger bag. The camera can quickly be brought up to your eye, and when not in use it hangs at your hip where you can protect it with your hand and it doesn’t bounce on your chest annoyingly.
I first thought about using rock-climbing gear, which is tough, holds a ton of weight, and which I had lying around. Everything was a bit too bulky though, so I scrapped that idea.
I first thought about using rock-climbing gear, which is tough, holds a ton of weight, and which I had lying around. Everything was a bit too bulky though, so I scrapped that idea.
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As for the strap, I love it. I used to hate having it around my neck, bouncing on my chest, and having to hold my hand up. Now, with the camera on my hip, it's naturally where my hand falls, so my hand just kind of rests over it. It's especially good as it just hits where my lower back is, and tucks in there. It's great walking around, especially in crowds, where you don't have to worry about someone bumping it, and it won't bump into anything if you lean into it (as chest carry will do). I might make a t-strap soon, as on my messenger bag, or a hook to clip on my sling camera bag, to prevent the strap from moving at all. But for now, I love the strap, hope you do too!
That got a bit long...