Replacing My BlackRapid Camera Strap with the Peak Design Slide Strap 

What is your favourite camera strap to use?? Thanks for watching!

I have both types. I agree the Black Rapid is more bulky so don't tend to use it whn travelling, preferring instead to use the Peak Design. I find the Black 'rapid strap more comfortable when carrying my DSLR with a long lens and I feel it has a more secure fitting as I'm quite security conscious. Other than that they both have their advantages in my view. Great video by the way!

Black Rapid strap with Peak Design anchors would be perfect. The BR may be bulkier but it’s actually padded. And it comes with a storage bag too. What might be the winner is the new BR strap with the Magpul quick-release fittings that work on RRS plates. Just snap in one time, one place.

Good comparison, and still valid in 2022. I gotta say, I don't understand the hype around the Peak Design strap. Having to rotate the entire strap along with the camera starts to feel annoying over time, and flipping the strap around to get some traction when you want it is awkward. The anchors are good, but now they're permanently attached to your camera, sticking out like unclipped guitar strings, and I find they get in the way of things, especially when you're using your camera without the strap. When you're active, the anchor system twists and tugs on the strap. Even just walking, it's something I found myself constantly being aware of and thinking about. The BlackRapid on the other hand slides effortlessly along the strap on its own, which feels much more natural and easy. The camera and carabiner is able to rotate freely, independent of the strap. The whole system kind of disappears from your mind and you can focus on your work. And it's just as easy (if not easier) to unclip. BlackRapid with good D-Rings for your existing mounts is the way to go.

I just made nearly the exact same switch! I had a BlackRapid Sport strap since 2010. I just got a Peak Design Slide (ash color too, looks great and better than everything always black). I find it so much more stable because the Slide's two points of contact compared to the BlackRapid's single point. Peak Design did a great job with this new version of the Slide!

Cancelled my Black rapid due to the reports of people having the bottom anchor unscrewing itself as they walked. Too risky for me. Ordered the peak design slide strap due to it directly connecting to my Sony a6400s sides instead of needing to attach the bottom.

I bought the Peak Design strap based on your video and really like it. Thanks Ronnie!

I just bought a Slide LT. Man, I love this strap, everything about it. I replaced a security sling and the factory strap that came with my Fuji X-T2 with it. I can't recommend it enough. Great video!

I have the Peak but with the padded strap and it too falls off my shoulder when I lift my camera...like your Black Rapid did. I might have to change it to the one you have, but then I lose the soft cushion. Because the padding is stiff, it (usually) ends up around my waist. I wish there was a combo strap, with the best of both worlds. I like the idea of the sliding BR, but love the anchors of the Peak. Nice video.

Thanks. Very informative and helpful.

With the black rapid I use a plate with a d-ring. Then you font need the quick release plate. Only a little bit more difficult to unmount and mount again

I'm a working photojournalist with a daily news media outlet: I like Black Rapid products, they are made well, however the slide models such as the RS 7 become awkward and cumbersome after a certain time of use - having to constantly reset the bulky shoulder pad across the shoulder becomes a drag. - like shown in this video. The bottom tripod mount catchment work great with rain covers such as Aquatech. Looking at the Peak Design, I may give it a try but it is overpriced considering webbing and clips are not expensive to begin with, but hey, every company wants a super-sized profit margin - the strings attaching the Peak Design strap to the camera rings look insufficient and would probably break or frey easily with extreme use - walking around like a tourist it should be ok. Currently, I use simple Tamrac (N17) anti-slip/quick release strap for two cameras, its time to replace with something similar - not available anymore which is a shame because they have functioned great. Thanks for the awesome review and comparison.

Thank you for a wonderful video! I too am ready to leave my Black Rapid strap behind. Don't trust the Black Rapid RS-Sport 2 "Slim" Sling Camera Strap with BRAD, ConnectR-2 & FastenR-3 . Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. The first one broke and my camera and lens came crashing to the sidewalk and needed repaired. Black Rapid did pay for the repair and replaced the strap. After lightly using the second one, the connector pin slipped through the socket and came apart. Black Rapid said their one year warranty does not cover what they called normal wear and tear. Due to two failures, and the company's failure to replace the second broken strap, I cannot recommend the product.

Nicely done, pal!! I'm using UpStraps right now, but occasionally still use my BlackRapids, especially my Double Breathe strap for events. Oh, and for anyone having that tripod mounting problem with the BlackRapid, the FastenR Tripod screw or their Tripod Plate solve that problem! Love the size of the Peak Design, I'll have to check that out!

Great video. Very informative.

Great review... You cover the pros and cons of each system well. The black rapid strap was suggested to me when I got my camera. Thank you

I have also both systems and use both. What i dont like about the slide is that when you detach the camera the strap is not "closed" anymore and it can just slide of and the ends dangle around. I attached one of the ankers to one of the ends so i can click that in to the other end to close it when the camera is not on

There is a connector made. by Black Rapid similar to the usual connector to the strap, only it retracts when attached to the Bogen tripod via its quick release. It costs an extra $25, lol.

Great video I have this system and I have to say it’s the best strap and anchor system I have ever used what a fantastic design. I use this system with the thicker strap with my D4s-D500 with 300mm 2.8 or 500mm F4 with no problem.

Nice set up. But, consider a Kirk or RRS plate or L Bracket. They both have a QD quick release connector. Straps with the required connector are available. Go from strap to tripod with ease.

Good stuff. I also used the BlackRapid strap back in the day. Am thinking to upgrade and found this video. I subscribed, so I'm looking forward to seeing your other content.

Buy both and try them out. Then return the Black Rapid. The difference in connection methods could not be more different.

Thanks. Use now the Peak Design Slide Black. For my two Nikon F5. my two Nikon D4 and for my two Nikon Z9. For that i use the BlackRapid for a long time. Why so many cameras because i use different Nikon 85mm lenses. Have more lenses but i use the 85mm the most. Than the 105mm than the 135mm.

Thanks for video. I already had a black rapid rs 7 and just got a peak design clutch cL 3 and was looking for a way how both could work out. Thanks for ur video I now attach a monfrotto base plate to my black rapid and everything is as I need

Great review, thanks!!!

just ordered Peak Design Black Slide Camera Strap SL-BK-3 (Black) should come in tomorrow. Can't wait to replace my Canon RP strap. I

Great review Ronnie. I'm getting this.

I was watching a new video from Peak Design that they posted just a few months ago, and they are now selling this strap with version 4 anchors. They say the strings are much thicker and more stable. B*H ( store ) still selling the older V3 anchors even at this point, until their stock runs out. ( disappointing I will admit ) Peak Design though supposedly will send you out the newer V4 anchors if you purchase and get V3 models.

great review...just ordered mine also in grey color. thanks.

I love mine!

Great video brotha, been looking for a new strap and I think I'll go with the Peak after watching this video.

I thought I was the only one with issues with the Black Rapid strap falling off my shoulder and having to re adjust each time I put the camera down! Even with the Black Rapid Sport which does have the extra strap to go under the left arm, the strap still lifts up off my shoulder. It could also be due to the fact that I am using a CAMS plate to attach to the strap but it's still really really annoying!!

Thanks for the review! One thing you didn't mention was the comfort of the slide strap. How does it compare to the black rapid? Do you wish you would've got the regular slide vs the slide lite? I prefer the narrower slide lite, but is it comfortable enough for a full size DSLR and long lens?

I dont like the thin straps that come with my Nikon Z6ii, they twist far too much, and they get in the way when I want to use a tripod, and the Z6ii and a lens is quite heavy when out walking up a hill. So I am going to buy one of those Peak Design slides, I'll probably go for the wider one.

Hi Ronnie! Thanks for this video. Would you recommend this for travel? Would this work if I had a backpack? Thanks

Just out of Curiosity why do you put you Camera on a Tripod? we shoot Weddings and Special events and never use a Tripod its pretty fast paced we don't have time and have been using the BlackRapid with Nikon D750 & D810 with 85mm 24-70mm & 70-200mm with out any issue we use Sony mirrorless for video without any straps of course on gimbals tripods mono pods etc...

Thanks for a great video! I have a question regarding the difference between the two PD straps. The regular slide has some padding according to PD's website (maybe it's woven in?). Does the Slide lite have the same padding?

It seems to me if you don't use an L-Bracket you have the same issue. I guess you could attach to both upper connections then, but it seems like the camera would not sit stable on your hip then. Of course my answer could be to get an L-Bracket, but that's just adding more weigh to an already heavy camera. I'm conflicted, but I'm still using my D750 strap and that thing has got to go.

Useful review....thanks!

I've been using the lite strap too, love it! It looks like you've got the v3 anchors. Did you get the notification about the v4 update for those?

Ronnie, thanks for your review. I also have the D850 with 70-200mm lens. Do you feel the Peak Design anchor clips are designed so that they will not come loose from the anchors? Will the string/cord material stay anchored into the design and not come out? Thankyou!

A nice review! I use both straps. For Blackrapid, you can also attach the strap to a BlackRapid FastenR Tripod FR-T1, and use the T1 to attach a suitable plate in the bottom of the camera! BTW, what was the plate in your camera bottom with the Peak Design strap, visible at 7:40 of your video?

I have a black rapid and dislike how I have to screw it in the bottom. I really like the Peak Design strap, just not sure if to buy the slide or slide lite. I have a Mark IV with a 50mm, 24-70mm and in the near future I’ll be purchasing a 70-200. Please help!

Cool, Thanks

Create & Appreciate, love that line. Great video, been considering which Peak Design strap to get, but the Slide Lite seems like a good choice. Is it comfortable enough for an avarage size DSLR?

Keep up the good work.

Nice comparison video. I don't have either strap but I am considering the Peak Design Slide Lite (it's for a Sony a7iii so the Lite should be enough) and I've got a very nice Carry Speed (I'm guessing the FS-Slim Prime MKiii) right now. It's a comfortable, nice slide and feels solid. It looks a little bit like the BlackRapid. But it's quite big and since I switched from my Canon 70D to the smaller Sony I rarely use it and prefer the Peak Design Cuff. For going on trips it might be nice to have a comfortable strap that's not too big and can be easily detached. This is a nice video that goes over the pros and cons of both systems! The only worry that I have it the comfort level of the PD Slide. It doesn't have a soft, stretchy bit at the shoulder so doesn't it eventually start to hurt after one day with a heavier setup? Even my Sony a7iii with a 24-240mm lens has some decent weight.

What if you're wearing a jacket and a backpack? From autumn to spring I always have the strap inside my jacket and I'm not sure this would work with all the friction.

Nice !

Any good reason to get this over the original slide?

Nice

Great review

You can buy this screw: www.amazon.com/BlackRapid-RFH-1E0-Fastenr-Tripod-FR-T1/dp/B0049H89F8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1525460585&sr=8-1&keywords=blackrapid+manfrotto You screw it in a manfrotto plate and keep it always on the camera, to use the tripod you just need to release the carabiner.

Peak Design Slide Strap is no good for attaching to the tripod foot of a big telephoto lens. Black Rapid has that market covered.

Instead of using the plate attached to your L bracket, just attache the slide lock between the L bracket and the camera around the mounting screw. Works perfectly.

Moving to Slide Lite now.. from Black Rapid simply because of the tripod issue.. Great vid.

This is NOT the RS7, I can’t find your model anywhere

What is the amount you have on your camera when using the Peak Design Slide Strap?

Hi Ronnie and what a Nice well Done Vary informative Video,, QUESTION, I Want to Go with The Exact Anchors Brand You have Already Proven Strength Tested. THAT SAID...What Brand Are They Exactly? & Or Where Can i Be Sure To Buy These Exact Ones You Are Using? AS I have Always SAID..a Process Or Setup What ever it May Be IS Only as Good as Its Weakest LINK And That Surely Applies Here :-) THANKS In Advance, Signed New Permanent SUBSCRIBER :-)

Are the anchors on the peak design strong enough?

Your title is replacing Black Rapid Strap to Peak Design then why you ever showed people how the Black Rapid Strap Work?

This doesn’t look compatible with a backpack sadly

This was a great review but I believe that you were missing an accessory which seem sort of bias. While looking at your setup of the Black Rapid, I notice that it didn't look like the other reviews that I saw of the same exact product. I believe that you were missing what was referred to as the (Brad Accessory) I also believe the Brad Accessory eliminates the issue that you were having at 3:53 of your product review. I'm not leaning towards any one particular product but I would have to rate this as an incomplete and not a full review. You still get a thumbs up.

Hi! slide lide is stong enough for holding your d850 with a bigger lens? 70200 etc. As i see slide version is padded.. you dont miss this comfort from lite version with the big body? thanks!

Hello! I was wondering if can you sendme the link for the exact artic Swiss quick release plate you have in te video ? I will appreciate it so much !

looks like it is super easy for thief to snap and run or cut and run this anchors

Are you seriously spending you precious time to review a freaking camera strap with a fancy-ass lookin button???