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p.2 #1 · Spider Holster


McGrattan wrote:
2 weddings into the Pingol method and I'm never looking back.


What is the Pingol method by the way.......Pingol rules !!



Oct 27, 2009 at 12:12 PM
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p.2 #2 · Spider Holster


http://www.cottoncarrier.com/index.html

Does anyone use this system ? It looks pretty cool.



Oct 27, 2009 at 12:21 PM
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p.2 #3 · Spider Holster


keithmills37 wrote:
http://www.cottoncarrier.com/index.html

Does anyone use this system ? It looks pretty cool.


Jesus, all you have to do is put a ceramic plate in the middle and it becomes a bullet-proof vest!

Not sure about the sturdiness of the latching mechanism....but I've never seen that contraption in person.



Oct 27, 2009 at 12:37 PM
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p.2 #4 · Spider Holster


i've tried the pingol method and the newly seen at the show Op/Tech dual strap .. and i still like the pingol better ..

BUT .. i may have something if combined .. i'll report back when tested in the field



Oct 27, 2009 at 04:42 PM
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p.2 #5 · Spider Holster


I keep hearing about the "Pingol Method", would anyone care to elaborate or is it patent pending.


Oct 28, 2009 at 12:26 PM
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p.2 #6 · Spider Holster


bert reed wrote:
I keep hearing about the "Pingol Method", would anyone care to elaborate or is it patent pending.


Hardware store carabiner hooked on your belt and an eyebolt screwed into the camera to hook onto it.



Oct 28, 2009 at 12:34 PM
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p.2 #7 · Spider Holster


Scott Clark wrote:
Hardware store carabiner hooked on your belt and an eyebolt screwed into the camera to hook onto it.


Make sure its a sturdy belt that, leave the D&G at home soldier.



Oct 28, 2009 at 01:26 PM
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p.2 #8 · Spider Holster


If you go to the Cotton Carrier website (www.cottoncarrier.com), they have a Facebook page link to actual user comments. They all are quite positive. There is also a good, in depth review at:

http://www.photographycorner.com/product-reviews/bags-cases-carrying-equipment/cotton-carrier



Nov 03, 2009 at 11:47 PM
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p.2 #9 · Spider Holster


I don't know how I can wear the TT modular system along with these type of system. Can anyone really live with two lenses?


Nov 04, 2009 at 12:32 AM
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p.2 #10 · Spider Holster


Sue Callan wrote:
I was at the expo too last week and actually put this holster thing on and tried it. Everytime I tried to lift the camera out of the holster it got stuck and the side of the belt came up too. I do own the dual strap system (Jessica was also at the show) and I absolutely LOVE it! Perfect for me as I am on the small size and it was so convenient having two cameras at my side, one with a prime lens and one with a zoom. But, of course, this is just my opinion. Maybe
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I was also at the show, and though I didn't try it on, I was resting on some chairs in front of their booth. The look of confusion and frustration on peoples faces seemed to tell it all. The main guy demoing it had a 1D w/ 70-200 on it. You could tell it was heavy, because he would keep switching it from his hips and his hands. I just don't like the idea of my hips supporting such heavy load all day. Their solution is to click a button and switch the side, but I wasn't impressed still. I also saw Jessica at the Adorama booth, and after she explained her dual strap, and I saw it up close. I remember some threads before talking about how her one had a better locking mechanism than the BR, so I bought one on the spot after talking to her. I've used it only once, and so far it's been pretty nice to use (although I wished there was a easier way to adjust it just right to your body). I'd say skip the holster, and look for the dual strap instead.



Nov 04, 2009 at 01:13 AM
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p.2 #11 · Spider Holster


Scott Clark wrote:
Hardware store carabiner hooked on your belt and an eyebolt screwed into the camera to hook onto it.


Ha, Thats what I do! It works great with a think tank belt and a couple of lens pouches!



Nov 04, 2009 at 02:15 AM
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p.2 #12 · Spider Holster


One year on and I just looked at this thread.

Has anyone actually heard of any mishaps with the Spider system?

I just saw one and I quite liked it. The person who had it used a Canon handstrap as well.



Oct 23, 2010 at 01:48 AM
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p.2 #13 · Spider Holster


No issues so far: http://waltervandusen.com/forum.images/walterspider.jpg


Oct 23, 2010 at 09:53 AM
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p.2 #14 · Spider Holster


CTWalter wrote:
No issues so far: http://waltervandusen.com/forum.images/walterspider.jpg


A photograph can be worth a thousand words!

You look so relaxed - I must get one or a least try it out!

Thanks



Oct 23, 2010 at 02:28 PM
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p.2 #15 · Spider Holster


I use one all the time when shooting longer ceremonies. I keep my lesser used camera/lens on my hip until needed. It really helps keep the weight away from the neck and the shoulders. I have the cameraslinger too, but I think this makes me less tired throughout the day.

Diane



Oct 23, 2010 at 04:17 PM
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p.2 #16 · Spider Holster


no neck or back pain :-)

Edited on Nov 01, 2010 at 11:07 PM · View previous versions



Oct 24, 2010 at 12:17 AM
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p.2 #17 · Spider Holster


I love my Dual Black Rapid strap. And with the new screw type connectors, its flawless.


Oct 24, 2010 at 12:32 AM
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p.2 #18 · Spider Holster


CTWalter wrote:
I'm going back to the Rapid Straps because I can't switch cameras fast enough. I was having a real hard time with the spider holster today. I'm a second photographer in Boston today (Sunday) using the R-Strap.



Does this mean you might be getting rid of your Spider system? Let me know.



Oct 24, 2010 at 02:44 AM
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p.2 #19 · Spider Holster


BR FTW


Oct 24, 2010 at 03:53 AM
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p.2 #20 · Spider Holster


I use the Spider Holster, use the strap to carry lens and flashguns. Also use homemade optek strap BR mod for second body. works a charm for when you want to be handsfree. To the poster saying about kneeling with 70-200, hook it the lens collar not the body and it balances fine.


Oct 24, 2010 at 07:16 AM
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