7-in-1 Review: ThinkTank Pro Speed Belt + Modular set (81 images)

Runt808 wrote in post #9823547
Thanks for the response Nicolas. Did you mean to say the Pro Speed Belt or did you mean to say the Steroid Speed Belt?

I use the Steroid Speed Belt with my CC.

NicolasRubio wrote in post #9823708
I use the Steroid Speed Belt with my CC.

As do I:

I really wish CPS didn't close up shop here, I wouldn't look much different than your first shot.

Vascilli wrote in post #9833669
I really wish CPS didn't close up shop here, I wouldn't look much different than your first shot.

Haha, I'm no CPS user nor am i affiliated to any CPS user. Canon loaned me the 1D4 + 200 f/2L IS for a review / chance to test via a company that I write for... that was 2 months back, and I still haven't submitted my review. I'm sooo trustworthy :/

Back on topic, I find that the skin belt would be a good idea for when I'm shooting sports with a monopod. It can hold my water bottle, and once the game's done, I can pop the monopod back into the monopod bag to shoot wide shots of the players.

THINK TANK has a great built quality but I think the belt system is another way of getting your money.....

*Makes you look like a suicide bomber
*what's wrong with putting your stuff in a bag?

Some say, well, all you need is around your waist, yes, but how comfortable could that be?
Walk like a buoy )

gcukurova wrote in post #10158912
Some say, well, all you need is around your waist, yes, but how comfortable could that be?

I've used mine on several occasions hiking for hours through the woods and it's much more comfortable than having all the weight in my backpack. Getting into a New York city taxi with it on was a different story altogether!

This is an amazing review. Thank you for taking the time to do it....with lots of photos to keep my attention long enough to know I'm making the right purchase.

Thank you for the wonderful review. It's a labor of love.

Hello James,

thanks a lot for this complete review!

You supported my decision to buy the modular system.
And now I know exactly what I need - thanks to your detailed pictures and explanations.

I will not buy the whole modular set. The Lens-Drop-in and the 75 pop-up will be enough.

Again - THANKS A LOT!!!

Bob F wrote in post #8266460
Great review, I have used my system for a couple months and had to add a harness to keep it around my waist. Can get heavy as you load up for the day. Thanks again for the information

First, fantastically detailed review with excellent pictures.

I agree with the above. I've had belt systems and maybe it's just me, but they do get heavy and tire my hips through the day.

MDJAK wrote in post #13032906
but they do get heavy and tire my hips through the day.

What hips? You're too skinny - you've got no hips!

anyone tried this approach going to a plane? do they "weigh" ur belt?

I was trawling the net for user reviews and just read the whole report. OUTSTANDING review. I wish all reviews were as detailed and comprehensive.

I must say I was looking at the Skin Set but the Modular Set seems attractive now!

Just wish to add, I am also considering the Belly Dancer harness to suspend the belt above my hip and to take some weight off the hip if I am required to wear the belt for long periods. It allows for the packs to be worn in front.

ALSO instead of the Pro Speed belt, I bought the Vanguard ICS Belt which can be used with or without the padding. Much like having the Pro Speed and Skin Belt as one. Still able to wear the Skin and Modular sets.

Thanks again!

Canonised wrote in post #13233693
I was trawling the net for user reviews and just read the whole report. OUTSTANDING review. I wish all reviews were as detailed and comprehensive.

I must say I was looking at the Skin Set but the Modular Set seems attractive now!

Just wish to add, I am also considering the Belly Dancer harness to suspend the belt above my hip and to take some weight off the hip if I am required to wear the belt for long periods. It allows for the packs to be worn in front.

ALSO instead of the Pro Speed belt, I bought the Vanguard ICS Belt which can be used with or without the padding. Much like having the Pro Speed and Skin Belt as one. Still able to wear the Skin and Modular sets.

Thanks again!

Depending on your profile (physical, not background ), you may find a harness to be a necessity to prevent the belt from ending up around your ankles.

The weight of all the gear really pulls down on the belt when you are walking, kneeling, squatting, and bending. I find I have to either wear a shoulder harness, or tighten the belt uncomfortably tight, especially if I am wearing winter clothes (too much gut ... not enough butt). If you carry your gear only on one side, a simple shoulder strap may work to help support it.

Although I haven't really searched for one, I have thought that a "stretchy" shoulder strap/harness would be desirable to eliminate it pulling against the belt when you stretch your upper torso or lean to one side.

-howard

hfgarris wrote in post #13235188
Depending on your profile (physical, not background ), you may find a harness to be a necessity to prevent the belt from ending up around your ankles.

The weight of all the gear really pulls down on the belt when you are walking, kneeling, squatting, and bending. I find I have to either wear a shoulder harness, or tighten the belt uncomfortably tight, especially if I am wearing winter clothes (too much gut ... not enough butt). If you carry your gear only on one side, a simple shoulder strap may work to help support it.

Although I haven't really searched for one, I have thought that a "stretchy" shoulder strap/harness would be desirable to eliminate it pulling against the belt when you stretch your upper torso or lean to one side.

-howard

Unfortunately and embarrassingly being 49 its hard to fight nature and my gut is wider than my hips so it seems I have no choice but to acquire some kind of belt/harness that works for me. Will try different configurations to see what works. But so far, I have not gone the full harness way - just yet. Thanks for the input!