Benj, great video as always. Just curious if you have located a "Peak Design" like quick release solution for the X-E4 bar style strap anchor, something that does not slide sideways inside the slit like the PD links do.
@@benjhaisch I think that the X-E4 anchor design, unlike the single point eyelet anchors has a sharper edge, and the constant sliding movement due to the slack may eventually inflict a cut or compromise the PD rope exterior surface. Just wondering if there is a PD like anchor link concept that has a fuller, or flat strap instead of the rope. I have seen that VKO has a quick release anchor link and the "big" size may work well with the X-E4. Just thought I may ask you since you have done some research already. Thanks again. Matt.
Ordered the adjustable strap in Chestnut immediately after watching this video. Got it 10 days later. BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL. The suppleness and that rich leather smell!!! Those 2 things make this strap next level for me. Unfortunately the maximum 49” of the adjustable strap is too short for me. But it’s perfect for my wife, who is VERY happy that it didn’t fit me. Turns out Todd says on his site that he will gladly make any length strap you need. Adjustable strap with a 60” max length is on the way. Along with 12 pairs of strap bumpers to use on my cameras where the Peak lanyard won’t fit through the lugs. Great guy to deal with.
I just saw you guys are in Louisville. Thats crazy because I live in Frankfort now. If you guys have any straps ready to go id love to just pick one up because I need one in 7 days. If not, no big deal👍
Too bad they do the BS move of offering a discount code for email signup then withhold it unless you ALSO sign up for text notifications. Sorry but I don’t support companies like that. Plenty of ethical companies to choose from.
@@Stealther Hey! Sorry to hear that bothers you, it's a marketing tool we're testing out and people seem to like it. Anyway, Benj has a discount code for the same amount in the description of his video, feel free to us that, and thanks for the feedback!
I got an Artisan & Artist silk cord strap in Japan. Don't remember the exact model but kind of like ACAM-301N. It was a bit expensive, but it's superlight, much lighter than leather, the hooks are built like tanks and it looks incredible on my Leica M6 or Fuji X100s. Highly recommended.
I modified my camera harness (Moneymaker copy) to have these anchor links. Great for 2 camera setups and it doesn't make noise and scratch up your camera unlike with the original brass/metal attachment thingies.
Thanks for this Ben. The little red clippy bits that are on the cameras - do you thread those straight in or do you use the little metal triangles ( that come with the Fuji X100V) ?
I hate the peak design anchors, they need to offer a smaller loop for their attachments or a smarter design. Theres nothing worse then picking up my camera and having to flip it up or grasp it. Sounds like a small thing to do but the repetitiveness of doing that every-time I pickup my camera has made me go back to regular metal loops. The attachment anchor is also clunky and unattractive which really detracts from the aesthetic. Just my take, but thanks for the video! I was wanting to see the color contrast of clever supply co straps on cameras which is what brought me to your video.
I just use a usual leather camera strap, just buy the peak design connectors set and hook up with the nylon part of the leather strap, then can "work" as a peak design strap. This way I can still unhook the peak design connector and back to normal strap.
Awesome video... so coincidental that I reached out to Todd earlier today about strap lengths. What length did you purchase for crossbody wear? Thanks so much!
Nice video! Very timely as I was considering one of these. btw how did you manage to get the peak design attachment through the lugs on Fuji Klasse? I can’t seem to fit mine through and having to use a metal ring...
Yeah, I provide small oval split rings with each strap that Peak provides. I know it's not ideal, but it's what needs to be used for the Fuji lugs I'm afraid. Thankfully they are a really small footprint and don't get in the way much!
I never understood the hype about Leica camera straps or cases. I don't like the original Leica straps either (they always twist when carrying). I prefer fairly simple cloth/silk cord ones which cost < $20 on Amazon....they are comfortable around the neck and last forever. Because they are cheap, nobody mentions them in videos.....
How did you get the PD QD through the Klasse lug? I can't figure it out and don't want to damage anything. Edit: The Clever Supply Co. stuff is solid. I have several of their straps. I gave mine a neatsfoot oil treatment to help soften them and give them a bit of water resistance. It's really dry here in Nevada also, which is hard on leather.
Hey your a "big strapping fellow" ;) Actually, I think camera strap recommendations are much appreciated! The Peak Design release is my favorite, adding it to leather makes for a comfortable and beautiful product.
like the light. It's so hard to find real leather products these days. The vast majority say leather but they are man made pleather. Thanks for the heads up on these real ones.
Thanks for posting, and responding to my strap question on your last video. Does it bother you that these straps are nonadjustable? Do you wish they were?
I’ve never had an adjustable strap that I actually liked, so I’m fine with just getting a couple different lengths. But I think an adjustable one might be in the works...
Hey Benj, great videos man, thank you for the content! I just figured out how to get my Peak Design anchors through the lugs of my Leica with dental floss. I attached my current strap to the anchors and notice the plastic portion rubs against the camera. I would really like to order one of these Clever straps but worried the plastic will scratch the finish off my camera similar to how the split rings do. What is your experience?
I’ve never noticed it. I can’t imagine the little plastic things scratching the camera any more than a metal ring. They’re usually hanging off the body without touching anyway.
@@benjhaisch or just have a look to this video: ruclips.net/video/peS_i1qan6o/видео.html Hope that does help others who have the same problem: impatience. 😁
Send me an email with your correspondence and all pertinent information. If Clever didn’t fulfill their end and kept your money I’ll send you one of my own straps. -> benjhaisch (at) gmail.com
Hey Trevor, I'll definitely own the fact that I've been slow to follow-up and something I need to do better at, but we have corresponded and you have received a refund for your missing piece as of writing this. This also isn't a matter of us running off with your money, the package is stuck in transit, which sucks but you failed to mention that in this comment and it needs to be made clear. I definitely understand you are upset because your strap got stuck in transit (currently located in the UK). I have held off next steps because USPS international parcels can take up to 6 weeks to arrive once shipped, and that's where we're at the time of writing this. It's a good lesson for me as I think about the best way to get packages delivered to customer overseas, and also how to better support customers with issues when these things come up, so thanks for the feedback. Hopefully your strap still arrives and you can make use of it. -Todd
What do you look for in a strap? I feel like these check all of the boxes for a single camera strap. benjhais.ch/clever
Glad I watched this. Ill put my 15% towards faster shipping😂👍
Benj, great video as always. Just curious if you have located a "Peak Design" like quick release solution for the X-E4 bar style strap anchor, something that does not slide sideways inside the slit like the PD links do.
@@blackberrynomad I just worked the PD anchor itself into that space and it’s solid. Took awhile, but was worth it
@@benjhaisch I think that the X-E4 anchor design, unlike the single point eyelet anchors has a sharper edge, and the constant sliding movement due to the slack may eventually inflict a cut or compromise the PD rope exterior surface. Just wondering if there is a PD like anchor link concept that has a fuller, or flat strap instead of the rope. I have seen that VKO has a quick release anchor link and the "big" size may work well with the X-E4. Just thought I may ask you since you have done some research already. Thanks again. Matt.
Ah yeah, I haven’t felt like that’d be an issue. The camera is so light that I’d be really surprised if the PD anchor becomes compromised
Just bought a strap to go with my Xpro 3 and Xt4. Thanks for highlighting a small business.
Ordered the adjustable strap in Chestnut immediately after watching this video. Got it 10 days later. BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL BEAUTIFUL. The suppleness and that rich leather smell!!! Those 2 things make this strap next level for me. Unfortunately the maximum 49” of the adjustable strap is too short for me. But it’s perfect for my wife, who is VERY happy that it didn’t fit me. Turns out Todd says on his site that he will gladly make any length strap you need. Adjustable strap with a 60” max length is on the way. Along with 12 pairs of strap bumpers to use on my cameras where the Peak lanyard won’t fit through the lugs. Great guy to deal with.
100% an A+ dude. One of the biggest reasons I made this video was just to support him.
Ah! Amazing, Benj you are too kind! 🙏 I swear this wasn't planned but I actually just published on how I make these camera straps 😂
Oh rad!
I just saw you guys are in Louisville. Thats crazy because I live in Frankfort now. If you guys have any straps ready to go id love to just pick one up because I need one in 7 days. If not, no big deal👍
@@Burritosarebetterthantacos hey that’s awesome! Shoot me an email and we’ll see if we can work something out. (todd at cleversupply.co)
Too bad they do the BS move of offering a discount code for email signup then withhold it unless you ALSO sign up for text notifications. Sorry but I don’t support companies like that. Plenty of ethical companies to choose from.
@@Stealther Hey! Sorry to hear that bothers you, it's a marketing tool we're testing out and people seem to like it. Anyway, Benj has a discount code for the same amount in the description of his video, feel free to us that, and thanks for the feedback!
I wish I could buy another one!! I love the one I got from your fist video about them 👌
Just got this strap via your recommendation and love.
crazy, i was just trying to figure out what strap you were using...then this video comes out. Great work Benj, thanks for giving your overview.
I got an Artisan & Artist silk cord strap in Japan. Don't remember the exact model but kind of like ACAM-301N. It was a bit expensive, but it's superlight, much lighter than leather, the hooks are built like tanks and it looks incredible on my Leica M6 or Fuji X100s. Highly recommended.
Very good ! I paired the Peak Design connectors with my favorite RocknRoll straps, works perfectly
Those are sweet! I really love peak design, but leather...that’s next level. 🙀
Like the light!
Hi Benj,
What lengths of strap did you purchase?
Also, keep up the great content!
Thanks!
I modified my camera harness (Moneymaker copy) to have these anchor links. Great for 2 camera setups and it doesn't make noise and scratch up your camera unlike with the original brass/metal attachment thingies.
Just received my ‘Clever’ Anchor Strap. Beautifully made and excellent service.
The light!!! 🔥🔥🔥
I LIKE THE LIGHT
The light is good.
wow.... getting one for photography friend birthday! will use your discount code!
Thanks for the review! Used your code for my new strap. Supper pumped.
Just ordered 🤘🏽
Thanks for this Ben. The little red clippy bits that are on the cameras - do you thread those straight in or do you use the little metal triangles ( that come with the Fuji X100V) ?
I hate the peak design anchors, they need to offer a smaller loop for their attachments or a smarter design. Theres nothing worse then picking up my camera and having to flip it up or grasp it.
Sounds like a small thing to do but the repetitiveness of doing that every-time I pickup my camera has made me go back to regular metal loops. The attachment anchor is also clunky and unattractive which really detracts from the aesthetic.
Just my take, but thanks for the video! I was wanting to see the color contrast of clever supply co straps on cameras which is what brought me to your video.
Hi, I bought one, It´s imposible to pass it through the hole!!!
I just use a usual leather camera strap, just buy the peak design connectors set and hook up with the nylon part of the leather strap, then can "work" as a peak design strap. This way I can still unhook the peak design connector and back to normal strap.
1:05 from today I call you Gearj Haisch 😆
😂
How the heck do you get the peak design anchors through the strap lugs without a ring???
Vi Vante or Harry Benz straps for Leica and wide Lucky Strap for Hasselblad for me; and yeah Peak Design quick release on all
Awesome video... so coincidental that I reached out to Todd earlier today about strap lengths. What length did you purchase for crossbody wear? Thanks so much!
Me: I don’t need a new strap.
Also Me: **Add To Cart**
Hahahaha for real
bahahaha
I like the light
I like the light and I'm letting you know about that in the comments! :)
Beautiful...
Which length do you prefer for your Hasselblad- short or crossbody?
How long is the discount code active?
Nice video! Very timely as I was considering one of these. btw how did you manage to get the peak design attachment through the lugs on Fuji Klasse? I can’t seem to fit mine through and having to use a metal ring...
Yeah, I provide small oval split rings with each strap that Peak provides. I know it's not ideal, but it's what needs to be used for the Fuji lugs I'm afraid. Thankfully they are a really small footprint and don't get in the way much!
I never understood the hype about Leica camera straps or cases. I don't like the original Leica straps either (they always twist when carrying). I prefer fairly simple cloth/silk cord ones which cost < $20 on Amazon....they are comfortable around the neck and last forever. Because they are cheap, nobody mentions them in videos.....
How did you get the PD QD through the Klasse lug? I can't figure it out and don't want to damage anything.
Edit: The Clever Supply Co. stuff is solid. I have several of their straps. I gave mine a neatsfoot oil treatment to help soften them and give them a bit of water resistance. It's really dry here in Nevada also, which is hard on leather.
It took forever, but I’ve heard of people using floss to pull them through too
@@benjhaisch I tried the floss... I'll have to double-double it, I think. The first attempt broke the floss.
Thanks!
What color are the straps in this video??
Before buying camera strap: Photography is boring.
Bought the camera strap: Oiling the strap is fun!
what color are your straps? English Tan or Chestnut? Thanks for the great review!!
Which would you recommend for a bigger mirrorless camera? Such as a Nikon Z6 or Sony A7iii?
I still think they’re great, just get the one with the additional shoulder width. I use them with my EOS R all the time.
@@benjhaisch thank you!
Hey Benj, have you had the opportunity to try Urth straps?
I haven't, sorry!
I like these strap. Are they flexible? I ordered leather strap before and it was stiff.
Hey your a "big strapping fellow" ;) Actually, I think camera strap recommendations are much appreciated! The Peak Design release is my favorite, adding it to leather makes for a comfortable and beautiful product.
like the light. It's so hard to find real leather products these days. The vast majority say leather but they are man made pleather. Thanks for the heads up on these real ones.
Thanks for posting, and responding to my strap question on your last video. Does it bother you that these straps are nonadjustable? Do you wish they were?
I’ve never had an adjustable strap that I actually liked, so I’m fine with just getting a couple different lengths. But I think an adjustable one might be in the works...
Can confirm I have an adjustable strap in the works! Shoot me a message over email if you want to connect more about that. todd at cleversupply.co
What’s the length of the strap your son uses?
Is it full grain leather?
Hey Benj, great videos man, thank you for the content! I just figured out how to get my Peak Design anchors through the lugs of my Leica with dental floss. I attached my current strap to the anchors and notice the plastic portion rubs against the camera. I would really like to order one of these Clever straps but worried the plastic will scratch the finish off my camera similar to how the split rings do. What is your experience?
I’ve never noticed it. I can’t imagine the little plastic things scratching the camera any more than a metal ring. They’re usually hanging off the body without touching anyway.
@@benjhaisch Sold! Thank you for the response!
are your straps english tan, brown, or chestnut???
His straps are english tan and chestnut... I currently do not carry the brown color leather
@@CleverSupplyCo can you verify what leather color his wrist strap is??
@@souphasithbouasaysy956 Yes for sure, that is English Tan :)
@@CleverSupplyCo just ordered! Can’t wait to get it! 🙌🏼
I found that the pd anchor will keep bumping to the Leica m10 body which I’m afraid to make any scratches. Any suggestions?
I have *slight* rub marks on mine after 2 years of use, but nothing I’m worried about
In my opinion the best looking and most usable straps. Unfortunately I am from Germany.
Pretty sure they ship internationally 🙌🏼
How did you got the PD Anchors on the X100V? 😳
Lots of patience haha
@@benjhaisch or just have a look to this video:
ruclips.net/video/peS_i1qan6o/видео.html
Hope that does help others who have the same problem: impatience. 😁
LOL, "If you don't like the new light, hit Dislike TWICE".
😏
Straps are just distracting photography and are waste of money just as phone cases. But i understand its easy to carry camera over shoulder.
Had a look at their prices.....Insanely over priced straps.
0:30 pretty sure that kind of flex is illegal. informed the feds.
Avoid ordering from clever supply, paid $104 usd for a strap that never came and they stopped replying to emails after I complained.
Send me an email with your correspondence and all pertinent information. If Clever didn’t fulfill their end and kept your money I’ll send you one of my own straps.
-> benjhaisch (at) gmail.com
Hey Trevor, I'll definitely own the fact that I've been slow to follow-up and something I need to do better at, but we have corresponded and you have received a refund for your missing piece as of writing this. This also isn't a matter of us running off with your money, the package is stuck in transit, which sucks but you failed to mention that in this comment and it needs to be made clear.
I definitely understand you are upset because your strap got stuck in transit (currently located in the UK). I have held off next steps because USPS international parcels can take up to 6 weeks to arrive once shipped, and that's where we're at the time of writing this.
It's a good lesson for me as I think about the best way to get packages delivered to customer overseas, and also how to better support customers with issues when these things come up, so thanks for the feedback. Hopefully your strap still arrives and you can make use of it. -Todd