Bino harness

bigbuck · #1 03-27-2016, 07:56 PM

Hey guys,

What is everyone using for a bino harness? I have the plain Jane Leopold quick harness and after a long walk the old neck gets pretty stiff plus the binos are open to the elements and can fog up. The one thing I do like is that there isn't much to them, so if I want to wear a backpack it's not a big deal.

Are the other harnesses that much better?

Brbpuppy · #2 03-27-2016, 08:09 PM

I've been in the market for a Bino harness, so far I like the look of the Badlands one, it has a magnetic cover, vs zipper.

saskwhitey · #3 03-27-2016, 08:10 PM

I have tried 4 or 5 different ones. The Kuiu harness is far and away the best. Hardly even notice them there anymore.

raw outdoors · #4 03-27-2016, 08:17 PM

Tried three different ones. I currently use the kuiu and like it the best could use some larger side pockets, it does collect sticks and pine needles in the bottom, you have to keep an eye out that they dont start scratching the lenses if forget to clean it out.

Bearbreath · #5 03-27-2016, 08:48 PM

I picked up the cabelas tek-lite bino harness and it looks like they copied kuiu's design to the T. It's been damn good so far.

Something bigger like the alaska guide creations look pretty sweet as well.

Full Curl Earl · #6 03-27-2016, 08:49 PM

I prefer the simple crossed shoulder version with binocs exposed with good covers on them. I always have my glass up to my face and opening and closing the pouch and stuffing binocs away was a pain. Sure its harder on the tool, but that's just the cost of doing business to me.

kujoseto · #7 03-27-2016, 09:48 PM

I use butler creek flip up caps (highly recommend trying this) for the objective lens covers and then the attached one piece plastic cover for the eye pieces on my binos. I haven't used a harness that I felt reduced the neck tightness sufficiently but I think I'll try making one after looking at the prices of the ones recommended here.

GunnerySgtJackson · #8 03-28-2016, 04:39 AM

Wife and I both have the Badlands with magnetic latch. No complaints! Very well built. We mostly use them when on ATVs. They are very effective at keeping out dust and water. Magnetic latch is very secure and makes no noise when opening and closing.

6mm rem · #9 03-28-2016, 06:20 AM

I just got this harness so far I love it. I have room to carry my rangefinder in it as well .

Luckwell · #10 03-28-2016, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by kujoseto

I use butler creek flip up caps (highly recommend trying this) for the objective lens covers and then the attached one piece plastic cover for the eye pieces on my binos. I haven't used a harness that I felt reduced the neck tightness sufficiently but I think I'll try making one after looking at the prices of the ones recommended here.

Same here. Love it. I put my tags and ID in there as well. Comfortable to wear all day walking or on a horse.

elkhunter1234 · #11 03-28-2016, 08:53 AM

I use the S4 gear ones by LockDown and love them, plain with no pockets or anything but sure do hug your body and easy to adjust.

Jim..

rockymountaintrapper · #12 03-28-2016, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by GunnerySgtJackson

Wife and I both have the Badlands with magnetic latch. No complaints! Very well built. We mostly use them when on ATVs. They are very effective at keeping out dust and water. Magnetic latch is very secure and makes no noise when opening and closing.

same here simple yet effective love them great stuff

wolfkiller · #13 03-28-2016, 03:00 PM

S4 Lockdown X model , don't get any better .

kingrat · #14 03-28-2016, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by wolfkiller

S4 Lockdown X model , don't get any better .

Hope so just ordered it off Amazon

bigbuck · #15 03-28-2016, 07:24 PM

Thanks for the reply guys!

All of the above mentioned harnesses look pretty slick. I watched a few vids on each of them. Think I am going to go with the s4. Simple and the price is right compared to the others

josh_beeks · #16 03-28-2016, 07:51 PM

CAMO FIRE has s4 harness, best IMO definitely. Look at reviews online too you just can't beat the lockdown X. 24.99(plus shipping) american off camofire. If theyre not on the just email them and they can send them

roger · #17 03-28-2016, 07:56 PM

i got the overpriced swaro holder for my SLC's, after a couple uses i ditched it, literally.
went back to a factory sling. good hunting!

sjr · #18 03-28-2016, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by saskwhitey

I have tried 4 or 5 different ones. The Kuiu harness is far and away the best. Hardly even notice them there anymore.

2X great Harness non better IMHO

madball · #19 03-29-2016, 08:51 AM

In my opinion, FHF Gear makes the best bino harness on the planet.

JohnB · #20 03-29-2016, 10:39 AM

Another vote for Kuiu.

artie · #21 03-29-2016, 11:44 AM

Do you wear a back pack over your bino harness? If you do does can you feel it under the pack and does it bother you? thanks

Mike_W · #22 03-29-2016, 12:20 PM

I am using the s4. The badlands can be noisy if you are not careful letting it close and pretty bulky IMO

lakebesnard · #23 03-29-2016, 09:29 PM

As a biologist and a hunter I started making my own harnesses over 30 years ago ... wearing bino's 12-14 hours day and a sore neck made me move in that direction... i've tried many over the years and have settled on the Badlands version ... best by far IMHO!!!

wildwoods · #24 03-29-2016, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Full Curl Earl

I prefer the simple crossed shoulder version with binocs exposed with good covers on them. I always have my glass up to my face and opening and closing the pouch and stuffing binocs away was a pain. Sure its harder on the tool, but that's just the cost of doing business to me.

Couldn't agree more. Not sure why you'd want to put them in a case every time. I enjoynthe convenience of easy access that way.

Zuludog · #25 03-29-2016, 10:30 PM

I tuck mine inside my jacket most times but am considering a bino pouch. I wish AGC or FHF would make one that opens with a reverse lid like KUIU does.

Roughneck Country · #26 09-27-2016, 08:16 AM

whats up with AO and the Chinese writing?

pilotguy89 · #27 09-27-2016, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 6mm rem

I just got this harness so far I love it. I have room to carry my rangefinder in it as well .

I also just picked one of these up. I actually ordered the same one as you but they sent me the buckled unit instead. I would not recommend the buckled unit to anyone but other than that the harness is great.

AGC were a pain in the ass to deal with, took 4 weeks to get my product and they didn't include two of the items asked for and did not return my calls or emails!

I hope this was a one-off bad month for them but aside from their Sh** customer service the product is great.

jpohlic · #28 09-27-2016, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Bearbreath

I picked up the cabelas tek-lite bino harness and it looks like they copied kuiu's design to the T. It's been damn good so far.

I wanted the Kuiu harness but every time I looked online the color I wanted was out of stock, plus the shipping, duty and exchange rate made it quite pricey. I picked up the cabelas teck lite on sale a few months and it looks almost identical. Works great the few times I've used it but wish the side pockets were larger to hold my GPS. I see its on sale again right now.

CNP · #29 09-27-2016, 10:59 AM

Badlands

Hooter · #30 09-27-2016, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by elkhunter1234

I use the S4 gear ones by LockDown and love them, plain with no pockets or anything but sure do hug your body and easy to adjust.

Jim..

I have this one as well. Not overly expensive and works really well. I'd like to try the KUIU one as well.