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tele-rain · November 14th, 2009, 01:58 PM

I have various types of straps and I still can't find one that's comfy in all ways.

The most comfy one weight wise, is the 2.5 inch thick Levy's strap...

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=360553

but I have small shoulders and it kind of digs into my neck when sitting, and looks overpowering in general. I don't care about the look, as I just play for my own hobby, but it's a pet peeve.

I also have 2 nylon straps, one is the vintage tweed strap which I loved looks wise, but it kind of sucks...

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361207

The buckle slips a lot and I keep having to fix the length. And it doesn't really feel comfy or take the weight off my shoulders that well.

Then recently I bought the Fender vintage leather strap...

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361206

which I also love looks wise, but to me it's the most uncomfortable strap out of all the others!!

So I'm back to trying the most comfy one again, the Levy's. And of course, I can't fit the schaller strap locks on there, but that's a whole nuther rant.

Does anyone else go through this type of thing, or am I just super picky and never content? I realize I should focus more on the practice/playing than the strap, but I find it all part of the process!!!

TJNY · November 14th, 2009, 02:02 PM

Looks like your going to have to play sitting down!!

mellecaster · November 14th, 2009, 02:08 PM

If you just play as a Hobby (At Home I assume?)...why are you even concerned about Straps and Strap-Loks ??

brokenjoe · November 14th, 2009, 02:12 PM

I use a big fat Levys strap. I put schaller strap locks on it, and it was a small task, but I got 'em in there.

I'm the type of guy who'll get used to any strap; and the only reason I used my Levys strap is because I liked the look of it -but it's really my banjo strap.

tele-rain · November 14th, 2009, 02:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mellecaster

If you just play as a Hobby (At Home I assume?)...why are you even concerned about Straps and Strap-Loks ??

Because I like to alternate between sitting and standing, for various reasons. Sometimes I feel I play better standing, then when I get tired, I sit. And even with sitting, the strap helps the guitar not slide so much.

As far as the strap locks, surprisingly enough, I have had problems with the strap popping off on one end while standing. I don't understand why, I don't do any sort of crazy moves when playing, but the Tele crashed to the ground more than once, so that was enough for me to want to try the locks.

octatonic · November 14th, 2009, 02:29 PM

I use the comfort strap.
They aren't that much to look at, but they are much better for my back.

superbadj · November 14th, 2009, 03:00 PM

I've found these to be just fine for me, but since you don't like the tweed strap they might not do it for you.

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361156

Groovey Records · November 14th, 2009, 03:08 PM

Otaypanky

68 Shovelhead · November 14th, 2009, 05:05 PM

I love the Levy's suede straps (MS-1), I also use Schaller strap locks. I didn't have too much trouble with them, but you either need thread locker, or keep tightening them as they loosen up.

Groovey Records · November 14th, 2009, 05:27 PM

I like Custom Leather Straps From Brookwood Leather made by TDPRI's own OTAYPANKY.
He is having a special for the holidays from his ready made inventory

www.brookwoodleather.com

Tdot · November 14th, 2009, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tele-rain

Then recently I bought the Fender vintage leather strap...

http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361206

which I also love looks wise, but to me it's the most uncomfortable strap out of all the others!!

I have that one, and wasn't overall impressed. I bought a couple Levy's in that style that are 1000% better.

Quote:

So I'm back to trying the most comfy one again, the Levy's. And of course, I can't fit the schaller strap locks on there, but that's a whole nuther rant.

Huh?

rdchapman · November 14th, 2009, 06:03 PM

Comment previously made. no need

studio1087 · November 14th, 2009, 09:26 PM

Stiff leather can cut into your shoulder.

Nylon always cuts into your shoulder.

Suede is best. Thick soft suede molds to your shoulders are absorbs the weight of a heavy guitar.

Levy's makes some great thick soft suede straps....

$20-$30. All your trouble will go away. The suede also grips your shoulder and keeps the a head stock heavy guitar like an SG from tilting toward the neck side.

John

HOBBSTER01 · November 14th, 2009, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by studio1087

Stiff leather can cut into your shoulder.

Nylon always cuts into your shoulder.

Suede is best. Thick soft suede molds to your shoulders are absorbs the weight of a heavy guitar.

Levy's makes some great thick soft suede straps....

$20-$30. All your trouble will go away. The suede also grips your shoulder and keeps the a head stock heavy guitar like an SG from tilting toward the neck side.

John

+1 on suede.

ADK Teleman · November 14th, 2009, 10:46 PM

I have a Fender Classic Tweed strap...got it from Music 123 for $14.99 Best strap I have ever had!

Groovey Records · November 14th, 2009, 10:55 PM

All bets are off

vjf1968 · November 15th, 2009, 01:28 AM

This might be what you are looking for comfort wise

http://www.monocase.com/mono-straps.asp

CDKopf · November 15th, 2009, 10:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADK Teleman

I have a Fender Classic Tweed strap...got it from Music 123 for $14.99 Best strap I have ever had!

YEp, same here..not too bulky lika a padded one, but nice & soft & comfy. and its TWEED

Brad J · November 16th, 2009, 02:55 AM

Try these: http://www.gaylewinde.com/

Ridiculously cheap for the quality, comfy as all get out too.

Here's mine:

November 14th, 2009, 01:58 PM	#1 (permalink)
tele-rain Tele-Meister Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: central New Jersey Age: 40 Posts: 366	Guitar Strap ADD (rant) I have various types of straps and I still can't find one that's comfy in all ways. The most comfy one weight wise, is the 2.5 inch thick Levy's strap... http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=360553 but I have small shoulders and it kind of digs into my neck when sitting, and looks overpowering in general. I don't care about the look, as I just play for my own hobby, but it's a pet peeve. I also have 2 nylon straps, one is the vintage tweed strap which I loved looks wise, but it kind of sucks... http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361207 The buckle slips a lot and I keep having to fix the length. And it doesn't really feel comfy or take the weight off my shoulders that well. Then recently I bought the Fender vintage leather strap... http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361206 which I also love looks wise, but to me it's the most uncomfortable strap out of all the others!! So I'm back to trying the most comfy one again, the Levy's. And of course, I can't fit the schaller strap locks on there, but that's a whole nuther rant. Does anyone else go through this type of thing, or am I just super picky and never content? I realize I should focus more on the practice/playing than the strap, but I find it all part of the process!!!

November 14th, 2009, 02:02 PM	#2 (permalink)
TJNY Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Orange County, NY Posts: 1,467	Looks like your going to have to play sitting down!! __________________ http://www.myspace.com/ocbluesxpress http://www.myspace.com/tjny

November 14th, 2009, 02:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
mellecaster VENDOR Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Maryland Posts: 7,644 17 Photos	If you just play as a Hobby (At Home I assume?)...why are you even concerned about Straps and Strap-Loks ?? __________________ Expert Repair....ReCrafting...and Set-ups Making your World a Better Place...One Guitar at a time

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brokenjoe Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Toronto Age: 47 Posts: 1,577	I use a big fat Levys strap. I put schaller strap locks on it, and it was a small task, but I got 'em in there. I'm the type of guy who'll get used to any strap; and the only reason I used my Levys strap is because I liked the look of it -but it's really my banjo strap. __________________ "Son, always eat your vegetables.... and stay away from those whole tone scales!!"

November 14th, 2009, 02:29 PM	#6 (permalink)
octatonic Friend of Leo's Join Date: May 2007 Location: An Australian in London. Age: 37 Posts: 2,728	I use the comfort strap. They aren't that much to look at, but they are much better for my back. __________________ "A jazz musician is a juggler who uses harmonies instead of oranges." Benny Green

November 14th, 2009, 03:00 PM	#7 (permalink)
superbadj Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: roanoke, va Age: 35 Posts: 1,820 24 Photos	I've found these to be just fine for me, but since you don't like the tweed strap they might not do it for you. http://accessories.musiciansfriend.c...rap?sku=361156 __________________ ___________________________________________ www.dudleycreative.com Rhythm is an area, not a point! -My brother

November 14th, 2009, 03:08 PM	#8 (permalink)
Groovey Records Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Desolation Row Posts: 1,395	Otaypanky __________________ Yeah but you should of heard what I was trying to play-Thelonius Monk EnJoY ThE MuSiC GrooVey RecOrds Last edited by Groovey Records; November 14th, 2009 at 05:29 PM.

November 14th, 2009, 05:05 PM	#9 (permalink)
68 Shovelhead Tele-Meister Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Seattle Age: 43 Posts: 228	I love the Levy's suede straps (MS-1), I also use Schaller strap locks. I didn't have too much trouble with them, but you either need thread locker, or keep tightening them as they loosen up.

November 14th, 2009, 05:27 PM	#10 (permalink)
Groovey Records Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Desolation Row Posts: 1,395	I like Custom Leather Straps From Brookwood Leather made by TDPRI's own OTAYPANKY. He is having a special for the holidays from his ready made inventory www.brookwoodleather.com __________________ Yeah but you should of heard what I was trying to play-Thelonius Monk EnJoY ThE MuSiC GrooVey RecOrds

November 14th, 2009, 06:03 PM	#12 (permalink)
rdchapman Tele-Holic Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Saratoga, NY Age: 55 Posts: 503	Comment previously made. no need

November 14th, 2009, 09:26 PM	#13 (permalink)
studio1087 Poster Extraordinaire Join Date: May 2003 Location: Near Milwaukee Age: 45 Posts: 6,390 34 Photos	Stiff leather can cut into your shoulder. Nylon always cuts into your shoulder. Suede is best. Thick soft suede molds to your shoulders are absorbs the weight of a heavy guitar. Levy's makes some great thick soft suede straps.... $20-$30. All your trouble will go away. The suede also grips your shoulder and keeps the a head stock heavy guitar like an SG from tilting toward the neck side. John __________________ John

November 14th, 2009, 10:46 PM	#15 (permalink)
ADK Teleman Tele-Meister Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: FT Benning GA Age: 44 Posts: 262	I have a Fender Classic Tweed strap...got it from Music 123 for $14.99 Best strap I have ever had!

November 14th, 2009, 10:55 PM	#16 (permalink)
Groovey Records Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Desolation Row Posts: 1,395	All bets are off __________________ Yeah but you should of heard what I was trying to play-Thelonius Monk EnJoY ThE MuSiC GrooVey RecOrds

November 15th, 2009, 01:28 AM	#17 (permalink)
vjf1968 Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Philadelphia Age: 41 Posts: 1,683 7 Photos	This might be what you are looking for comfort wise http://www.monocase.com/mono-straps.asp __________________ "the cult aesthetic of liking only what's obscure is just as sick of being mindlessly led around by the nose" -Mark Mothersbaugh http://www.theabsinthedrinkers.com/index.html

November 16th, 2009, 02:55 AM	#19 (permalink)
Brad J Tele-Meister Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Perth - Western Australia Posts: 248 18 Photos	Try these: http://www.gaylewinde.com/ Ridiculously cheap for the quality, comfy as all get out too. Here's mine: __________________ _ “It's one thing to have talent. It's another to figure out how to use it.” - Roger Miller 1936-1992

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