sling strap useful while carrying bag?

I need a better strap than my tamrac n20, it was good and comfy for light weight but really spongy when carrying heavy lenses.

I'm thinking lumaloop strap, since I think it's higher build quality than blackrapid's. After owning a tamrac velo bag, I really want to stay away from ballistic nylon and velco.

anyway, my question is, I'll be carrying a bag (Crumpler 6MDH) and I usually carry the bag sling-style, bag on my back. Any of you care to share your experience with sling straps, overlayed with a camera bag?

All the videos from sling strap manufacturer only show a demo of the user + strapped camera. Those videos could only represent me, while inside my own home, wearing just a shirt strapping camera.
The real problems, IMO, will be using it in real life, like when travelling.
I think most people would be wearing layers of clothes, jackets, etc while travelling. On top of that, the camera bag (sling, messenger, backpack, etc).

Comments? Experience?

TIA

I dont see why not.

Sling your 6MDH onto your right shoulder, having the bag sit on the left side of your body, then sling your Lima Loop or BR or whatever the sling strap onto your left shoulder, having the camera hang on the right side of your body. You'll just have a giant X across your chest. They shouldn't get in each other's way.

I thought about doing the two sides and I really don't mind the X,
I'm just concerned that the sling-ing action wouldn't be as smooth

ok thx

Sling action should be fine as long as you put the camera strap on second over the bag. I do this all the time with my TT retro 20 and black rapid strap. I even do them both on the same shoulder without any problems as i've been so used to carrying messenger bags on my left shoulder.

thanks gotglade, I'm going to order that strap today
need it badly for upcoming trip

Problem is with sling straps is that you don't get to move the load around much. Do that all day and muscles under the strap get fatigued and sore. The sling strap locks you into carrying in that one position.

It would work, but it would be uncomfortable, IMO - especially with a shoulder bag.

J.

I carry a bag and sling on the same side I just put the bag to the back with the camera body at my side. Works beautifully.

I've used a sling bag and a sling strap simultaneously. The sling strap is over the bag (forming the X). Just make sure you have enough slack (adjust as needed) on the sling strap and you should be able to use it fine.

I just spent 7 days on vacation with a BR strap and a Tenba Messenger bag (not a sling, but goes over the shoulder). I put the camera opposite the bag and it worked out well. I kept the camera strap on top of the messenger's strap to give me greater flexibility in moving the camera. I really enjoyed this combo as I could easily use the bag to help me while I was changing lenses. I will definitely be using that combo again!

LL strap is on its way, one less thing to worry with my upcoming trip.
thanks for all the feedback, really appreciate it

let us know how you like it! i'm saving up some loose change for a LL as well

alright, my LL strap & pod mount arrived today.
Just gave it a try (at home), and I think it's definitely better than normal strap.

Here's my mini review for those considering to get one:

#Build quality = decent
I guess I was expecting a little more from reading some reviews. But then again, I never own other sling straps - so I wouldn't know if other sling straps' build quality are worse or not.

#Design = it works
It's easy to adjust and wear, shoulder pad is neoprene-leather construction. It's comfy
It's not ugly nor feel cheap, but it's also not Lexus grade (considering its price)

#Value = okay
I personally don't think these are worth the $75 I paid, but until some other companies make a better/cheaper sling strap, the options aren't that many.

#Accessories
Pod mount is okay. I tried the normal strap hook and pod mount hook and decided that pod mount hook works better for me.

BTW, Crumpler's shoulder pad is still the best built and most comfortable shoulder pad I've ever had.

thanks for the quick review. i'm goign to pick one up once i save up some money

I carry a 6MDH cross shouldered and usually swing it behind me. My camera is also carried cross shouldered. I don't have any problems with one interfering with the other.

bigpow wrote in post #10903854
BTW, Crumpler's shoulder pad is still the best built and most comfortable shoulder pad I've ever had.

It is very good but the strap on my Lowepro ProMag2 is in a higher league, imo.