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Sep 23, 2007 11:59 |  #1

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I seem to be having a problem with the POTN camera straps, they keep tearing! This is the second time this has happened. I work in a very harsh environment, carry two bodies and I tend to be very active. I am currently carry two 1D Mark III bodies with a and EF 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6L IS USM lens on one body and a EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM on the other body and I guess this puts a lot of stress on the straps. I want to replace my camera straps with something more durable because the thought of a camera strap breaking and a camera falling is unfathomable. Any suggestions on a more durable strap would be much appreciated. BTW I read in the BH Camera review section that the Camera Armor straps are almost impossible to put on a Canon body

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Sep 23, 2007 16:26 |  #2

How long have you had this? I know that not all straps are indestructible and will generally wear and tear. Hmm... I wonder what the warranty situation is like for these neck straps.


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Sep 23, 2007 16:51 |  #3

... looks pretty rough... Did the cameras rape this thing??




  
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Sep 23, 2007 16:57 |  #4

I've had my straps for over a 1 1/2 years, but I don't abuse them. You look like you are running through the jungle with them. I know Mark had a strap that he thought was pretty great. MDJAK. Give him a PM.


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Sep 23, 2007 16:59 |  #5

The Upstrap's are at least partially made from Kevlar so that might be an idea, or maybe even something as heavy duty as this http://www.corporatetr​avelsafety.com/securit​y_camera_straps.html (external link)


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Sep 23, 2007 17:36 |  #6

I would say 1.5 years is a good time to replace your neckstrap. It's inexpensive enough to change yearly. Imagine the sweat that collected after a year. :)

You had good use out of them, nonetheless.


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Sep 23, 2007 17:37 |  #7

Wow...I have had my straps for 1-2 years and they still look practically new.

I'd buy more of the same, though. They are very comfortable.


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Sep 23, 2007 22:05 |  #8

upstraps FTW.


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Sep 23, 2007 22:15 |  #9

Looks like you need something like this:http://www.cyclesporta​ndfitness.com …s/Krypto_4_or_7​_cable.jpg (external link);)


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Sep 24, 2007 01:43 |  #10

I'm still using the strap I got with my Eos 1n on my 1D2 today... Pretty standard slim Canon strap. No padding or whatever, just a nylon (or whatever) strap.
You might want to try something like that, or something like a Domke strap (external link).


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Sep 24, 2007 06:55 |  #11

These POTN straps are very good and comfortable and haven't had a problem with them. If you are working in harsh environments and need something more durable, I would suggest the Upstrap. These are supposedly the most durable out there. You pay a little more but, it's worth the extra cash for durability. http://www.upstrap-pro.com …/merchant.mvc?S​creen=PLST (external link)

This is just a suggestion since, the POTN straps sold here help support the forum. :)




  
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Sep 24, 2007 07:07 |  #12

Another vote for the Upstrap. See if Al has any of the Kevlar ones left, they were a limited edition. VERY tough straps!


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Sep 24, 2007 10:13 |  #13

Maybe you could have a saddle maker stitch you a strap made from a truck tiedown strap? Seriously I have 4 potn straps, never a problem. I would think you need to consider the mileage on them, and the use. Nothing that would be more durable would be very comfortable, IMHO.


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Sep 24, 2007 10:55 |  #14

People, check his user name out, perhaps that will explain a few things.


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Sep 24, 2007 11:02 |  #15

Are you sure this hasn't been run through a washing machine a few times?




  
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