msbarnes
Well-known
OK so I'm thinking of getting a Gordy neck (or maybe sling) strap for my MF cameras (Bronica SQA & Mamiya C220 w/ WLF).
I plan on carrying it over my shoulder because I don't like things dangling from my neck. I figured that a wider strap is better but I like the looks of the Gordy and I don't plan on carrying a MF camera without a bag so often so some discomfort can be compromised.
Would this kill my shoulder? Anyone use a Gordy strap for their heavier cameras?
I plan on carrying it over my shoulder because I don't like things dangling from my neck. I figured that a wider strap is better but I like the looks of the Gordy and I don't plan on carrying a MF camera without a bag so often so some discomfort can be compromised.
Would this kill my shoulder? Anyone use a Gordy strap for their heavier cameras?
Jockos
Well-known
My heaviest setup would currently be ~1.2kg, and I feel that the bumps from where the strap meets the neck pad cuts in a little to much to be comfortable for carrying longer periods.
The pad is rather small, so it won't distribute the weight over a very large area either.
For medium long periods I'd recommend the curved R-strap, and for even longer, I'd recommend the straight ditto, so that you can switch shoulder. Too bad they don't look nearly as good as the Gordy strap!
The pad is rather small, so it won't distribute the weight over a very large area either.
For medium long periods I'd recommend the curved R-strap, and for even longer, I'd recommend the straight ditto, so that you can switch shoulder. Too bad they don't look nearly as good as the Gordy strap!
kshapero
South Florida Man
Not a super heavy camera, but the strap can easily handle a larger camera.
umcelinho
Marcelo
get one like kshapero's and you'll be good to go. I've used a regular gordy strap (with cord ends) on my c330 + 80/2.8 and it was a bit too much weight for a thin strap, it hurt my neck a bit (the cushioned nylon strap i had on the mamiya broke right before i was going to shoot, so it was an improvisation)
goo0h
Well-known
I hate to butt-in here, but do folks wear the Gordy strap "bandolier" style across the chest, or just around the neck? If worn across the chest, does the strap + pad move pretty smoothly against clothing?
Jockos
Well-known
No, It's very rough.
msbarnes
Well-known
darn.
I was planning on using it bandolier style but it looks like the R strap is a more practical and safer choice.
Well, I'm going to give the Gordy strap a go anyways, lol, and if it doesn't work out then I'll put it on a 35mm SLR and go with an R strap. The gordy straps just look so good!
I was planning on using it bandolier style but it looks like the R strap is a more practical and safer choice.
Well, I'm going to give the Gordy strap a go anyways, lol, and if it doesn't work out then I'll put it on a 35mm SLR and go with an R strap. The gordy straps just look so good!
Gordon Coale
Well-known
Using a neck pad for heavier cameras works to spread the load. I use one of my neck straps, with neck pad, to carry my Mamiya Universal. That's a heavy camera!
JohnL
Very confused
Consider an UpStrap, and hang it from your shoulder.
whitecat
Lone Range(find)er
I have a number of Gordy straps. Some of the nicest made. Just my opinion here.....I think a UpStrap would be better for a heavier camera. The non-skid pad distributes the weight well. I have one for my Rolleiflex. Almost all of my smaller cameras have a Gordy's strap.
thegman
Veteran
I use one with a Rolleiflex, no problems.
Leigh Youdale
Well-known
I agree - UpStrap is the way to go. I use one on my M6 and one of their heavier duty ones on a hard case that holds my three Rolleiflex. A bit heavy on the shoulder (not the fault of the UpStrap) but the case also has hand straps.