Big Strap

LarkinLondon · #1 06-23-2010, 05:32 PM

I'm a plus size dude, and my bass is a tad on the heavy side.
I'd like a padded or soft leather/ish strap, but it has to be long.
I've looked and can't find any that would go to the size I need.

I've got a Levy's that goes to 53" long, but I think I'd need a 60" to be comfortable, and maybe 65" because sometimes I like to play it a little low.

What does TBs infinite wisdom have for me?

EagleMoon · #2 06-23-2010, 05:56 PM

I've never seen one that long. Maybe you could have one made for you? Anyone that does leather-working could probably do it pretty easily.

Mr. Lovejoy · #3 06-23-2010, 06:47 PM

Let's see, my strap goes to 65", so it should fit your needs.

It is the Levy's M7GG3, the same strap that James Hetfield uses (so you know it is long).

Then there is the Levy's M7C3, which goes to 69"!

coreyfyfe · #4 06-23-2010, 06:50 PM

The most comfortable strap ever:

http://www.monocase.com/mono-gs1-betty.asp

The large version goes to 59". That's 90% of the way there. Plus it's super comfortable.

ButtUglyJeff · #5 06-23-2010, 06:50 PM

Jim Dunlop's "Classic" series straps are adjustable up to 65" (Same guys that make the Straplok)

http://www.jimdunlop.com/index.php?p...roducts/straps

LarkinLondon · #6 06-23-2010, 07:07 PM

Thanks guys!
I have a Dunlop on it, and another Dunlop on another bass.
It's doing it's job and it's perfect for a slightly lighter bass, but I have a leather one that just makes it feel SO much better. It's just too short. :/

I think I'ma measure what length I have my strap at for it's norm and possibly buy one of those mono straps. Looks perfect!

Thankies!

Dan Knowlton · #7 06-23-2010, 08:19 PM

Just a thought - I have custom asymmetrical strap that cost big bucks...and I use Neotech neoprene straps.

Dan K.

XtheDeadPawn · #8 06-24-2010, 02:09 PM

Two Words.

Minotaur Straps www.Minotaur.gr

I recommend them to everybody.

MJ5150 · #9 06-24-2010, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by XtheDeadPawn

Two Words.

Minotaur Straps www.Minotaur.gr

I recommend them to everybody.

Interesting. Which one do you have? How long did it take to get it?

-Mike

Jonathan1990 · #10 06-24-2010, 03:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coreyfyfe

The most comfortable strap ever:

http://www.monocase.com/mono-gs1-betty.asp

The large version goes to 59". That's 90% of the way there. Plus it's super comfortable.

Too bad they look ridiculous. My bass is not a backpack!

Big John66 · #11 06-24-2010, 03:50 PM

As a plus size dude myself, I know where you're coming from. The Levy's M7C3 is the best $50.00 I've ever spent.

It's the only strap I have that is too long. And it holds up my Lakland,which is quite heavy itself, while being very comfy.