Is the strap stretchy or solid? i just bought a non gopro chesty and was disappointed that the material is stretchy, so i was wondering what type of material is used on the webbing. thanks in advance
1988413
Yes, the GoPro chest harness has stretch straps. I tighten it nice and snug when I run with it on and the stretchiness keeps it from moving or sliding while I run. But again all the straps on the GoPro one, are very stretchy.
1988414
I think it is solid I bought it for my nephew that lives in Colorado and I only saw himUse it once! He really seems to like it! Uses it on his bike skateboard and while he plays hockey
1341901
I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier straps but still fit us both. If you can try on a variety somewhere, that was the most helpful when we were looking. I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier... » Read More I personally found this was great for a taller, broader-shouldered person (like my husband, who's 5'11" and has a runner's build), but I couldn't get the straps to be small enough without them turning on their edges for my shoulders (I'm 5'6" and have a slim build). But I've read a lot of reviews where that smaller people wear this just fine! The adjustability of the straps seemed ample as having plenty of extra webbing to feed through the straps, but we returned it because the straps seemed stiff/turned on their edges and dug in. We ended up getting an Ergo, which had squishier straps but still fit us both. If you can try on a variety somewhere, that was the most helpful when we were looking. « Show Less
2134207
I prefer chest strap and my transmitter snaps into it with two snaps. It is not very protruding and that is not an issue. The one that the transmitter is built into the strap are perhaps less bulky and streamlined, but I do not have an issue with mine. I have had both types. Hope this answers your inquiry.
497722
Mine is fairly comfortable as a neck strap, although I usually do not use it that way. I usually sling it over my shoulder (similar to a rifle strap). The rubber padding is soft enough that it conforms well to the shape of my shoulder and does not slip off. I like my strap a lot because I have large digital SLR that is a bit on the heavy side. I think it is a good bargain for the price. It's a good product.
1802948
I have used mine skiing, swimming underwater, and kayaking without any issues with the camera moving out of place. Of course, I am only one user so I can't speak for all, but that has been my experience. A great little compliment to my GoPro kit.
1288611
That's what I thought. So I bought some cheaper copycat straps... I strap them around the beam in my basement...the buckles slipped and couldn't hold all of my 177lbs. Trust me when I say....you get what you pay for....just sayin. I was just downstairs using my TRX Suspension straps & thought to myself...this is my best investment yet. Get a full workout in half the time.Hope this helps...Cheers
871093
If you are looking for a tether that stretches, this is not it. It has a regular tether that can be attached to a regular tree strap provided. It does have connectors for binoculars on your chest and has a sternum strap as well. It also comes with a rope lineman's belt that works very well. The thigh straps each fit through a small tension type buckle. These straps are quite long and you may want to trim them at some point. This is a good product that does not weigh you down and is comfortable. You can buy more expensive harnesses but this is very nice. You should be able to pull this up on Muddy's website to see the options that this harness provides. Amazon's price however, was the best I could find.
1455476
Has anyone shock-tested the snap and click-buckle to see how they would fare in the event of a sudden aggravated drop ? A decent test would be to attach the strap to a ring that is fastened solidly to a work-bench and connected to an object 3X as heavy as the camera; shove the weight off the bench and see what happens. I believe I already know.......... Thanks so much for answering my question.
748303
The strap is not padded and not very wide. It is probably ok as the camera is not that heavy. However, I am going to use an aftermarket strap for increased comfort.
253217
Sorry I never replied here -- but here's a link to some photos of the strap setup (scroll down to the bottom of the discussion):http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=440646
871089
If you are looking for a tether that stretches, this is not it. It has a regular tether that can be attached to a regular tree strap provided. It does have connectors for binoculars on your chest and has a sternum strap as well. It also comes with a rope lineman's belt that works very well. The thigh straps each fit through a small tension type buckle. These straps are quite long and you may want to trim them at some point. This is a good product that does not weigh you down and is comfortable. You can buy more expensive harnesses but this is very nice. You should be able to pull this up on Muddy's website to see the options that this harness provides. Amazon's price however, was the best I could find. If you are looking for a tether that stretches, this is not it. It has a regular tether that can be attached to a regular tree strap provided. It does have connectors for binoculars on your chest and has a sternum strap as well. It also comes with a rope lineman's belt that works very well. The thigh straps each fit through a small tension type buckle. These straps are quite long and you may want to trim them at some point. This is a good product that does not weigh you down and is comfortable. You can buy more expensive harnesses but this is very nice. You should be able to pull this up on... » Read More If you are looking for a tether that stretches, this is not it. It has a regular tether that can be attached to a regular tree strap provided. It does have connectors for binoculars on your chest and has a sternum strap as well. It also comes with a rope lineman's belt that works very well. The thigh straps each fit through a small tension type buckle. These straps are quite long and you may want to trim them at some point. This is a good product that does not weigh you down and is comfortable. You can buy more expensive harnesses but this is very nice. You should be able to pull this up on Muddy's website to see the options that this harness provides. Amazon's price however, was the best I could find. « Show Less
891505
Deanna .. the strap that comes with the Nikon is pretty much a standard black webbing strap about 5/8 inch wide in the area that would go around your neck and has a Nikon label on one end. I would say a minimal but functional strap. The binoculars are really great, I did a lot of research and comparison before getting them and I am 100% satisfied. I am an older guy and now in a wheelchair and one of the considerations was a small but high quality pair that I could easily hold and focus with one hand and these are perfect. Hope this helps. Steve
1578206
Let's try to do the math. I have the deluxe, cloth strap. My strap is 33.5" long and comfortably fits my chest (male, 5"10", 165 lb). This strap has 17" of elastic, that I can double to 34" by pulling it. Within the 17" elastic section, there is a 3-fold section that can be lengthened or contracted. This expandable section is 2.5" on my strap. If I contracted it to a minimum, my strap's overall length might increase by 2". If I expanded the section to a maximum, my strap might shrink by 4". So, we do the math. The strap could range from 33.5"-4"=29.5" to 33.5"+2"=35.5". The strap would be comfortable in a range of 29.5" to 35.5". Since I pull my strap about 3" to clasp it, the comfortable length when worn would be 29.5" to 38.5". At its longest, it would have a 19" elastic part that could expand to 38". That is, we could stretch the 19" elastic to the maximum (a double), making the range from 29.5" to 54.5" in length. The strap would be pure torture if it were stretched that taut. To be reasonably comfortable, I don't think you would want to exceed a range from 30" to 42" in length. This strap does not need to be torture tight. You do need to put water on a 2" cloth part and conducting gel on the 10" heart-rate part. The conducting gel will keep the strap stuck to your chest, which for a female is just below their sports bra, and for a male, on their breast bone. I buy my gel at my grocer's pharmacy as a special order, size of 5 liters (about 1.25 gallons). My grocer is #2 by grocery sales, behind only the big-box warehouse grocer. The 5L size is enough to last several years. :-) You want your strap to be comfortably in place at the beginning of your exercise, as adjusting your strap during your exercise can lead to very strange workout statistics. Final answer: 30" to 42" in length when worn comfortably during an exercise session.
450842
Mine doesn't have non slip material, the shoulder straps are padded and sewn in place. I absolutely love mine, I carry it in my trk. Constantly ready to go. I love to take it and go on a "day" trek to practice my woods skills.
1456940
Hmmm... mine doesn't extend, so there's no moving parts to leak. I've taken it scuba diving several times and never had a problem with leaks anywhere. The best part of it is that it floats. If the cord accidentally slips from my wrist, it will float up to the surface. I use a cable tether for the GoPro just to be sure it stays attached. It's never detached, but I want to be sure!
1054526
I'm not sure why yours does that, my is quite comfortable. Other camera straps bother me after awhile, but I've walked around for hours using this one, using a medium sized camera.
1873087
It is stretchy and you can expand it.... so maybe... but why don't you just use one of the adhesive backed clips and just stick it to the front of your helmet... the strap could move but the sticky tape wont.