BlackRapid Wrist Strap

Really like the wrist strap. I combine the wrist strap with a sling bag. In this case, I use the strap primarily for safety on casual shooting days. The DSLR camera stays in the sling bag until I need it and then I can easily slip on the wrist strap and capture any pictures I desire without fearing I'm going to drop my camera accidentally. At the same time, I don't have to bother with a neck strap. I have very large hands, and still find the BlackRapid strap large enough.I don't think I would recommend this strap to carry a camera around all day long, unless it was a lighter model, My camera is a pretty heavy pro-sumer DSLR (Canon 7D) and the weight would be a bit too much on one's wrist over the course of the day. The strap has no padding. There would be better choices for carrying a camera all day, other than this wrist strap.The BlackRapid strap can be used with or without a vertical grip, which is one of the reasons I chose this model over others that were highly recommended. I sometimes attach a vertical grip to my 7D and this strap will allow one's hand to easily move into any position on the camera. Other straps are only intended for shooting without a vertical grip or they will allow you to attach a vertical grip, but you have to remove your hand from the wrist strap in order to use the vertical grip (in other words, the wrist strap limits you to horizontal shots). As one who likes to switch back and forth between shooting positions, this was a non-starter for me.I also use the BlackRapid Sport Strap when I want my camera at the ready all the time. Typically, I bring one strap or the other, depending on my expectations for the day of shooting. There are a number of straps in the Black Rapid line that use the same camera connector.If I were to do it over again, I would have purchased the version of the wrist strap that came with the FastenR (Black Rapid Wrist Strap with FastenR FR-3). As it is now, I need to remove the FastenR from one of my manfrotto plates or leave the plate on the camera.The vendor was Focus Camera. I used expedited shipping and had no issues. BlackRapid Wrist Strap

Got this to go as a companion to my BlackRapid Curve neck strap as there are times when I don't really want a strap hanging around my neck.The BlackRapid wrist strap is a good compromise, and a much better idea than holding on to a camera with a longer strap or no strap at all. This guy attaches to the "Fastenr" ring that comes with the Curve or any other BlackRapid strap. The Fastenr DOES NOT come with this wrist strap, so if you do not already have another BlackRapid strap that came with this device, you will need to buy one (about $14).This strap attaches to the Fastenr via a "Connectr", a clip connector. Once connected, part of the connector screws up to lock the clip in place and preventing an inadvertent opening. In addition, this strap comes with the Lockstar clip, a plastic cover that prevents the screw-in portion from backing out (it also provides some scratch protection for the camera). The Lockstar can be difficult to snap into place, but in a month of use I've never had it snap off.The strap itself is made of a cloth-type nylon webbing, an inch wide, and quite comfortable against the skin. The strap is adjustable. I have a medium man hand, and the strap as received needed no adjustment for me. When all the way open, the strap will easily fit a large hand through the opening. For extra security, just tighten the strap once it's on your wrist.Mainly, I use this as a safety net while carrying my camera. When using the camera at weird angles or over the edge of something (such as bridge) or simply one-handed, it gives some assurance that a drop will not be fatal. You do, though, basically lose the use of that hand when using this.The BlackRapid site itself has numerous videos of this strap and other gear if you need more info.

I've been using BlackRapid straps for many years, but have never used a wrist strap until now. There are times when you'll need a camera (or two) slung across your shoulder, and times when it just makes more sense or is more comfortable to hand carry.Sometimes you feel like a strap, sometimes you don't. Almond Joy's got nuts, Mounds don't. Sorry, If you were alive in the 80's, that would make sense :)I used the BlackRapid Wrist Strap on a shoot yesterday. I had it adjusted so I could still slide my hand in and out when needed but tight enough so it couldn't slide off hand if I were to lose my grip.If dropped, the weight of the camera would pull the strap down unevenly, and the friction and your slightly extended thumb when your hand was in open position would make it almost impossible for the strap to slide off. That's how it worked for me and I don't advise that you intentionally let go of your camera or trust your strap based on my experience.If you're a BlackRapid user, you already know that you'll need the FastenR or something similar in order to use this with your camera. It comes with a nice scuff protector to help keep the the metal hook from scratching the bottom of your camera.Cheers!

Good product but the price is way off. The strap doesn't even include the FastenR3 adapter without which you cannot attach it to the camera. . I was aware it did not include the R3 when I purchased it, but fortunately I knew I already had the neck strap complete with the R3. Others may not be so fortunate. You could make something like this for a fraction of the price. I have made a strap for my second camera using a strip of webbing and a key ring clip to attach it to the R3. Cost me about 99p and in some ways I find it better than the paid version, less noisy and more secure. So at a real price of near £30 (with R3)this strap is in my opinion way overpriced. If the price had included the R3 I would have said it was expensive but worth it. Excluding the R3Fastner it is coming close to deception, especially when they show it in the photographs of the product and even worse on the front of the packaging with a small note, in the instructions on the back, saying that it is "sold separately".

Hellish expensive for what it is - But very good. Be aware that your camera must have a FastenR3 to attach this strap - It is NOT included. Fortunately I also own a BlackRapid Metro strap and leave the FastenR3 on the camera.Build quality is top notch and using the strap is very comfortable and secure - It may be me but I seem to have more confidence using the camera with the strap attached.If you are like me and hate neck straps, take a look at BlackRapid.Follow up:I thought I would add a couple of comments after using this strap for some time.Firstly - If you use a tripod this strap will drive you nuts. it's a bind having to remove the FastenR3 to fit the release plate. Plus, when you remove the camera from the tripod, you have no security.Secondly - This may not apply to everyone, but the FastenR3 and fixing loop snags on my camera bag each time I get it out. No a major problem but irritating all the same.I hope this is helpful

This is a basic review but straight to the point.1. A great camera strap which can handle my Pentax K5-IIs DSLR + Battery Grip and gives me confidence to relax from the fear of dropping my equipment which is a great secure feeling.2. Some complaints say that it is a very small opening and is therefore a tight fit for someone who has large hands, well my hands are not exactly small i.e. approx 5 1/4" across from Thumb to little finger and I don't have a problem, so make of that what you will.3. My personal opinion, it's well made but TOO DAMN DEAR for what it is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!4. Plus as stated on other reviews, one needs the Black Rapid attachment which IS NOT INCLUDED.5. Otherwise I can't fault it.

Although I didn't read the wording clearly enough I think it's pathetic that you can spend £20 on a camera wrist strap that doesn't come with the parts to actually strap the camera to your wrist, be warned, if you buy this strap you then have to spend another £12 on a fastenR which is the bolt that goes on your DSLR that allows you to attach to the strap. TOTAL rip off. Won't be buying any more of their products which is a shame because I like them but feel like this is really out of order. Bought as a gift then the gift turned out to be useless unless the recipient was willing to spend yet more money on other parts. Come on!! It's a camera wrist strap, it should come ready and able to work with both the parts necessary to use it!!!

Very handy, was on a trip a couple weeks ago and I needed to travel light so wanted to leave my black rapid sport sling strap behind. This was perfect, super strong, felt very comfortable having my d7100 and lens hang off it. Very good way to conceal the by my side camera as I travelled through busy Central London.Don't like the blatant branding but simply turning it inwards solves that.Those people suggesting it's too small either must have huge hands or fail to realise it needs to be snug to prevent it slipping off your wrist.Only drops a star due to the fact that its ridiculously over priced but still very happy with it!