anyone know where to get a completely animal free/nonleather, combfortable bass guita

::::BASSIST:::: · #1 01-23-2005, 12:08 PM

Being vegan (don't use any animal products in any way, shape or form) I am finding it difficult to find a totally animal free bass guitar strap. Preferably a nice super-duper combfortable one. I have found ones that are hemp, canvass etc but it seems that the pieces that attachs to the strap pins are always leather.

anyone know where to get a completely animal free/nonleather, combfortable bass guitar strap?

BTW, I would appreciate it if people who feel the need to make fun of my ethical choice refrain from doing so. Its happened on other forums.

Thanks!

bassist4ever · #2 01-23-2005, 01:59 PM

very good reasons for it to be leather, its durable, resilliant, adn wont stretch as much as fabric. i don't think i've ever seen a strap that didn't have leather ends.

dls59 · #3 01-23-2005, 02:50 PM

www.veganstore.com has Planet Waves non-leather straps. Check the Miscellaneous Accessories tab.

DemoEtc · #4 01-23-2005, 02:54 PM

You know the ones with those little straplock sort of tabs built-in? Aren't those all plastic?

Oh here they are:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/srs7/...base_id/35677/

The backing might be leather, though I doubt it because they're cheap. Maybe leatherette.

Thing is, and it might be a good option, is to find someone who's a seamstress and have a strap made, then get a few of these straps just for the eyehole sections and have those attached. That way you can get a custom made strap, as wide as you want, padded even, and have these tips put on it.

Might work.

RAM · #5 01-23-2005, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by gentle peace

Being vegan (don't use any animal products in any way, shape or form) I am finding it difficult to find a totally animal free bass guitar strap. Preferably a nice super-duper combfortable one. I have found ones that are hemp, canvass etc but it seems that the pieces that attachs to the strap pins are always leather.

anyone know where to get a completely animal free/nonleather, combfortable bass guitar strap?

BTW, I would appreciate it if people who feel the need to make fun of my ethical choice refrain from doing so. Its happened on other forums.

Thanks!

I came across this link not long ago. They have a vegan hemp guitar strap that might suit you.

http://www.rawganique.com/HAguitar.htm

...and, anyone that makes fun of you for your choices is an idiot.

buddahbass · #6 01-23-2005, 06:13 PM

planet wave makes some cool ones with plastic locking ends instead of leather. and the design on my strap matches my dog's leash. go vegan

Brandt Scanlan · #7 01-23-2005, 06:23 PM

I'm fairly certain that Kepur (sp?) straps are one piece of synthetic material. They also claim to not need strap locks. They come in a few widths and lengths, and are available through Musicians Friend. I've never tried one, though. Good luck!

geoffkhan · #8 01-23-2005, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gentle peace

BTW, I would appreciate it if people who feel the need to make fun of my ethical choice refrain from doing so. Its happened on other forums.

Not a vegan myself, but I admire your dedication! Hope you find something that works! (Planet Wave straps looks like the way to go)

seanm · #9 01-23-2005, 06:30 PM

I once made a bass strap out of duct tape. Non-adjustable and very sturdy. However, you had better have a well balanced bass since duct tape has no grip. But it is water proof

retitled · #10 01-23-2005, 06:41 PM

ever see the music video for black No1 by type o negative? well teh gutia rplayer wears chain links as a guitar strap,look into it. it would be the msot metal thing to do, it will make up for ur lac k of meat eating...

that wasnt a joke. so dont take it as one

well yea it was a joke but not against ur ethical choice

The Antipop · #11 01-23-2005, 07:08 PM

You could always make your own. I am vegan myself and was always bothered by it, so a friend made me one crazy strap.

Brendan · #12 01-23-2005, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gentle peace

BTW, I would appreciate it if people who feel the need to make fun of my ethical choice refrain from doing so. Its happened on other forums.

Thanks!

We're better than that. I mean, I'm not; but collectively, I think we as a forum are.

**cheezewiz** · #13 01-23-2005, 07:50 PM

If God didn't want man to use animal skins, he wouldn't have made them out of leather.

I respect your choice man....it's just that saying please DON'T make fun of it is like putting a steak in front of a hungry dog...ooops....bad choice of metaphors...how about..... it's a Pavlovian reaction.....

Aaron Saunders · #14 01-23-2005, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cheezewiz

If God didn't want man to use animal skins, he wouldn't have made them out of leather.

I respect your choice man....it's just that saying please DON'T make fun of it is like putting a steak in front of a hungry dog...ooops....bad choice of metaphors...how about..... it's a Pavlovian reaction.....

Anyway, check out the PlanetWaves strap. Shouldn't be too hard to find something without leather.

Tim Cole · #15 01-23-2005, 08:31 PM

Unless you're playing a Steinberger (not to be confused with hamburger), you're supporting the murder of trees.

Maybe you could just duct tape the bass to your waiste.

Lyle Caldwell · #16 01-23-2005, 10:05 PM

DiMarzio has been selling all nylon straps for 20+ years- the ones that permanently attach to the guitar and there's a little plastic buckle at each end, ala Steve Vai. The ClipLock system.

Aaron Saunders · #17 01-23-2005, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Cole

Unless you're playing a Steinberger (not to be confused with hamburger), you're supporting the murder of trees.

Maybe you could just duct tape the bass to your waiste.

Or Status.

**Pacman** · #18 01-24-2005, 04:50 AM

Comfort Stapp - the best strap I've ever used.

edit - oh, wait - the ends are leather....

Joe P · #19 01-24-2005, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Brendan

We're better than that. I mean, I'm not; but collectively, I think we as a forum are.

If he woldn't have said that, I'll bet he would have gotten a couple jabs (sort of did with the chain-link thing.. I like that idea though ..or how about a chainmail strap - chainm..? I don't know how to spell it, but I mean that stuff armored warriors would wear).

I'm sure that there are materials that are superior to skin for straps. I'd imagine it's like what these other guys are saying - nice fiber cloth with some kind of sythethic ends. I don't even think you have to use petroleum for plastic - you can even make plastic all-vegan - out of food oils, right?

Joe

::::BASSIST:::: · #20 01-24-2005, 11:36 AM

"Nutri-whip" whipping cream is made of edible oils as are other foods. Personally, if its plastic or processed I try to stay away from it. I prefer natural organic whole grains and fruits and vegetables.

Anyways, aside from a few jabs

, I appreciate your suggestions. I think I am going to go with the DiMarzio clicklok strap.