New Camera Strap (Black Rapid)

Shane422Shane422 Registered Users Posts: 460 Major grins
edited June 26, 2008 in Accessories
Even though I love my Smugmug camera strap, I came across this new strap called the "Black Rapid" strap that looks pretty cool and useful even though its a bit pricey.The cheaper version is $44, but it lets your camera hang more comfortably to your side, and still gives instant access to it.
Here is there website.
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  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    Interesting!

    Here is a video showing it in action.
  • darkdragondarkdragon Registered Users Posts: 1,051 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    That strap looks great! I am not sure how well it would work out for us women-folk though :cry
    ~ Lisa
  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    darkdragon wrote:
    That strap looks great! I am not sure how well it would work out for us women-folk though :cry

    Look at these. :D
  • SheafSheaf Registered Users, SmugMug Product Team Posts: 775 SmugMug Employee
    edited March 24, 2008
    Ric Grupe wrote:
    Interesting!

    Here is a video showing it in action.

    That looks like a cool strap. I wonder why he wore a black shirt though. Made it hard to actually see the black strap.
    SmugMug Product Manager
  • darkdragondarkdragon Registered Users Posts: 1,051 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    Sheaf wrote:
    That looks like a cool strap. I wonder why he wore a black shirt though. Made it hard to actually see the black strap.

    Yes, I totally agree! I left a comment on the video about that mwink.gif
    ~ Lisa
  • darkdragondarkdragon Registered Users Posts: 1,051 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    Ric Grupe wrote:
    Look at these. :D

    Very interesting. I don't trust those plastic clips, but the metal clip/loop style looks nice.

    Still doesn't look quite as slick as the Black Rapid, but definately a step up from the standard neck strap.

    Now if only I could get a smugmug version... ;)
    ~ Lisa
  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    darkdragon wrote:
    I don't trust those plastic clips

    I trust it with a $10K set up and go hiking through the woods. Not to worry! :D
  • darkdragondarkdragon Registered Users Posts: 1,051 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    Ric Grupe wrote:
    I trust it with a $10K set up and go hiking through the woods. Not to worry! :D

    Hmmm. What is the lowest temp you've been out with that setup? I only ask because I had an incedent where I was packing up gear after a video shoot (was about 21 degrees F) and when put my tripod in the bag the plastic quick releas plate holder snapped - not a on a seam, but across one.

    Perhaps a fault in the plastic (most likely) but still makes me untrusting of plastic parts in cold weather.
    ~ Lisa
  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    darkdragon wrote:
    Hmmm. What is the lowest temp you've been out with that setup?

    17°....I try to stay away from the cold as much as possible.rolleyes1.gif
  • LUCKYSHOTLUCKYSHOT Registered Users Posts: 120 Major grins
    edited March 24, 2008
    Shane422 wrote:
    Even though I love my Smugmug camera strap, I came across this new strap called the "Black Rapid" strap that looks pretty cool and useful even though its a bit pricey.The cheaper version is $44, but it lets your camera hang more comfortably to your side, and still gives instant access to it.
    Here is there website.
    Thanks for the post, after watching the video I ordered one. I carry 2 camera (1 on monopod) and the video sold me. I will let you know how it works out
    Chris
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  • Shane422Shane422 Registered Users Posts: 460 Major grins
    edited March 25, 2008
    Good luck, I think I will order one tonight myself.
  • EphTwoEightEphTwoEight Registered Users Posts: 552 Major grins
    edited March 26, 2008
    I might order one as well!
  • KEDKED Registered Users Posts: 843 Major grins
    edited March 28, 2008
    Shane422 wrote:
    Good luck, I think I will order one tonight myself.
    Do Nikon lenses have permanent tripod mounts on them? The lens I would love to use this with is a Canon 70-200, but not if I have to attach that big clunky O-ring type tripod mount to it. Do you know whether it can attach to the bottom of the camera body? The website is uninformative, but the video refers specifically to the lens' tripod mount.
    KED
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  • Scott_QuierScott_Quier Registered Users Posts: 6,524 Major grins
    edited March 29, 2008
    KED wrote:
    Do Nikon lenses have permanent tripod mounts on them? The lens I would love to use this with is a Canon 70-200, but not if I have to attach that big clunky O-ring type tripod mount to it. Do you know whether it can attach to the bottom of the camera body? The website is uninformative, but the video refers specifically to the lens' tripod mount.
    the video indicates that they have hardware that will screw into the tripod socket on the bottom of the camera. So, there you go, if you trust the camera lens mount to carry the weight of the 70-200 (don't know which flavor of that lens you have - the 2.8 IS - I wouldn't trust it....).
    Scott
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  • Shane422Shane422 Registered Users Posts: 460 Major grins
    edited March 29, 2008
    I believe that you can also mount it to the tripod mount on those heavier lenses.
  • AngeloAngelo Super Moderators Posts: 8,937 moderator
    edited March 30, 2008
    KED wrote:
    Do Nikon lenses have permanent tripod mounts on them? The lens I would love to use this with is a Canon 70-200, but not if I have to attach that big clunky O-ring type tripod mount to it. Do you know whether it can attach to the bottom of the camera body? The website is uninformative, but the video refers specifically to the lens' tripod mount.

    watch the video again...

    http://www.blackrapid.com/
    www.angelo.smugmug.com

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  • ivarivar Registered Users Posts: 8,395 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2008
    It looks like a cool strap, but I would be afraid to walk around with it downtown, or any busy place or place with obstacles, really. I'd be to afraid my camera would bump into things and people hanging on the side like that ne_nau.gif
    Ivar
    www.ivarborst.nl & smugmug
  • Scott_QuierScott_Quier Registered Users Posts: 6,524 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2008
    ivar wrote:
    It looks like a cool strap, but I would be afraid to walk around with it downtown, or any busy place or place with obstacles, really. I'd be to afraid my camera would bump into things and people hanging on the side like that ne_nau.gif
    For a while last year I used a similar arrangement of 2 cameras, one on each side, when shooting weddings. Even with flash brackets and flashes, it didn't take long to get used to the fact that I needed twice the room to get through spaces. And you quickly learn to control the movement of the cameras. Not a big deal.
    Scott
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  • evorywareevoryware Registered Users Posts: 1,330 Major grins
    edited March 30, 2008
    Though I like the idea and have let my cameras hang at my side with the smugmug and Canon strap, it wouldn't be on my 70-200 tripod mount. My luck it will simply unscrew. Or something will push the clamp and unlock it.
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  • AngeloAngelo Super Moderators Posts: 8,937 moderator
    edited March 31, 2008
    I think it looks great and addresses a very real problem I always have with carrying my camera slung over one shoulder.

    I'm ordering one now!

    :Dthumb.gif
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  • joeybjoeyb Registered Users Posts: 9 Beginner grinner
    edited April 2, 2008
    Very cool strap...I might hav to try that.
  • ExposeTheMomentExposeTheMoment Registered Users Posts: 271 Major grins
    edited April 9, 2008
    Cool
    I have one, and its on a 40D with grip and a 70-200 2.8 IS. I plan on getting another one. They work as advertised. Highly recommened
    Gary Harfield
    Owner/Photographer
    Expose The Moment

    Had a list of gear, now its to long, so lets say I have 2 bags and 15,000 worth of stuff.
  • ExposeTheMomentExposeTheMoment Registered Users Posts: 271 Major grins
    edited April 9, 2008
    darkdragon wrote:
    Very interesting. I don't trust those plastic clips, but the metal clip/loop style looks nice.

    Still doesn't look quite as slick as the Black Rapid, but definately a step up from the standard neck strap.

    Now if only I could get a smugmug version... ;)

    FastenR
    The FastenR is the point of contact between the camera and the R-Strap. Made from aircraft aluminum with stainless steel threads, then powder-coated in black, it screws into the tripod socket located on the underside of the camera body or lens. The lock nut is then tightened down to ensure that the FastenR doesn’t inadvertently unscrew.
    Gary Harfield
    Owner/Photographer
    Expose The Moment

    Had a list of gear, now its to long, so lets say I have 2 bags and 15,000 worth of stuff.
  • hgernhardtjrhgernhardtjr Registered Users Posts: 417 Major grins
    edited April 9, 2008
    The R1/R2 strap itself and its included fasteners are more than adequate ... what I do not like is the mention in the video and elsewhere of attaching it to a "d-ring" on a quick-release plate.headscratch.gif

    Now THAT is foolish ... I've had the screw "handles" (they really are not d-rings) come off on my mounted quick-release plates on occasion. Other than that, I've sewn up similar slings/straps several times over the past 50 years and such straps work great when quick access of multiple cameras is needed.thumb.gif

    The company states "If you’re using a tripod plate with a d-ring, you may not need the FastenR"; I personally would strongly suggest using the FastenR or something sturdy, NEVER the d-ring of a tripod plate!
    — Henry —
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  • CatOneCatOne Registered Users Posts: 957 Major grins
    edited April 12, 2008
    Looks really interesting.

    Problem is, it attaches to the tripod mount to hook to the camera. I have my RRS L-plate on there, permanently mounted, so I don't see myself practically using it ne_nau.gif
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  • Ric GrupeRic Grupe Registered Users Posts: 9,522 Major grins
    edited April 12, 2008
    CatOne wrote:
    Looks really interesting.

    Problem is, it attaches to the tripod mount to hook to the camera. I have my RRS L-plate on there, permanently mounted, so I don't see myself practically using it ne_nau.gif

    My RRS plates have a threaded hole...so it would work. The only problem is removing it so you could tri or mono pod the lens. Still debating that myself.:D
  • VycorVycor Registered Users Posts: 386 Major grins
    edited April 13, 2008
    I like this actually... I didn't at first but now that i look at it, seems convenient...

    Only thing is, when I shoot things, I have my camera bag on my shoulder exactly where that strap would go... but this would be a cool strap idea for a camera bag.

    I like the quick pockets on the shoulder portion
    Adam Daley
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  • Kiron KidKiron Kid Registered Users Posts: 4 Beginner grinner
    edited June 22, 2008
    Angelo wrote:
    I think it looks great and addresses a very real problem I always have with carrying my camera slung over one shoulder.

    I'm ordering one now!

    :Dthumb.gif

    Angelo

    I use the Black Rapid too. If you are slinging another camera over one shoulder, go with the Up-Strap. They work great for that. The Wapiti straps are nice too.

    Kiron Kid
  • ExposeTheMomentExposeTheMoment Registered Users Posts: 271 Major grins
    edited June 22, 2008
    Two R-Straps
    There is a mod, so you can wear two R-Straps. You can find the info here.

    http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/658176/0
    Gary Harfield
    Owner/Photographer
    Expose The Moment

    Had a list of gear, now its to long, so lets say I have 2 bags and 15,000 worth of stuff.
  • Kiron KidKiron Kid Registered Users Posts: 4 Beginner grinner
    edited June 22, 2008
    Shane422 wrote:
    Even though I love my Smugmug camera strap, I came across this new strap called the "Black Rapid" strap that looks pretty cool and useful even though its a bit pricey.The cheaper version is $44, but it lets your camera hang more comfortably to your side, and still gives instant access to it.
    Here is there website.

    What is a Smugmug strap?

    Kiron Kid
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