Bino's and saddles...

[JFin15]

What are you bino guys using to keep them from interfering with your bridge? I don't like using my regular harness because I cant keep debris out of the eyecups, plus they sag and get in the way when I sit. Im thinking about trying to rig something up to hang em from my bridge but im not sure yet. I don't want to add another step to my setup process but I cant stand them hanging up on my bridge. I bought a Bino Z and that was even worse. great for turkey hunting or possibly my jx3 but definitely not my regular saddle. May try the rick young but I dont see how that will be any better.

 

[Newhunter1]

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[iamcorey]

What are you bino guys using to keep them from interfering with your bridge? I don't like using my regular harness because I cant keep debris out of the eyecups, plus they sag and get in the way when I sit. Im thinking about trying to rig something up to hang em from my bridge but im not sure yet. I don't want to add another step to my setup process but I cant stand them hanging up on my bridge. I bought a Bino Z and that was even worse. great for turkey hunting or possibly my jx3 but definitely not my regular saddle. May try the rick young but I dont see how that will be any better.

I use the rick young. It has several configurations other than the traditional harness set up. The neoprene helps with the debris while transporting.

 

[Blacksmith]

I use a heavy boot lace and hang them under my right armpit. To lengthen or shorten, tie a knot in it . I also made a cover , something like a shower cap to slip over the lenses. Works for me..

 

[JFin15]

I use a heavy boot lace and hang them under my right armpit. To lengthen or shorten, tie a knot in it . I also made a cover , something like a shower cap to slip over the lenses. Works for me..

Exactly what Im planning on doing with some fabric and small bungee cord. I bought the badlands mainly bc I got a new -pair of binos this year and didn't want to scratch the lense right off the bat but its too stiff and the zipper is loud.

I use the rick young. It has several configurations other than the traditional harness set up. The neoprene helps with the debris while transporting.

The rick young doesn't stretch correct? if I could keep em higher on my chest maybe they wouldn't get in the way.
I was also thinking of some sort of retractable lanyard but that may require more movement.

 

[Bombs&Bullets]

A Marsupial Gear Bino Harness is the way to go. It flips open forward, and I keep it flipped open the entire hunt. Easy access, tethered to the harness, lifetime purchase. Magnets keep the lid shut, and open, so no buckles or zipping is required to access your glass. I also have the range finder pouch that is the same style in terms of easy access. The harness is extremely adjustable, but I keep it fairly high up on my chest, which does not interfere with the bridge. They offer different sizes for different glass with an easy to read sizing chart.

 

[USMC5831]

I use a FHF Harness with Zing-it ties to both buckles where the strap goes. I hook it to my daisy chain webbing gear strap. It’s right in front of me, I can leave it open or closed, and it’s got a couple pockets for small items.
I take the strap off when saddle hunting. It goes back on pretty easy when I want to wear them.

 

[Jay_Ohio]

I use the Badlands Bono XR. I run it high up on my chest and I run my tether fairly low. For the most part they stay clear of one another.


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[Nugget]

I use the Rick Young as well. It keeps binos secure high on you chest when not in use. It's light, comfortable, and never in the way.

 

[iamcorey]

Exactly what Im planning on doing with some fabric and small bungee cord. I bought the badlands mainly bc I got a new -pair of binos this year and didn't want to scratch the lense right off the bat but its too stiff and the zipper is loud.

The rick young doesn't stretch correct? if I could keep em higher on my chest maybe they wouldn't get in the way.
I was also thinking of some sort of retractable lanyard but that may require more movement.

It’s a system of bungee cord. Tension is controlled by a push lock behind the neck. You can loosen and tighten in the fly and make it as loose or as tight as you want. His website goes over the various positions cross chest, full harness, etc. basically you just manipulate the cordage position. Super easy.

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[melocal]

I had a cheap Allen bino harnes last year, broke it the very last hunt of the season, just now getting around to shopping for new. The Rick Young design seems like a really great answer to a lot of the issues I experienced with my old set. Thanks for the post!

 

[j_laucks]

I use a FHF Harness with Zing-it ties to both buckles where the strap goes. I hook it to my daisy chain webbing gear strap. It’s right in front of me, I can leave it open or closed, and it’s got a couple pockets for small items.
I take the strap off when saddle hunting. It goes back on pretty easy when I want to wear them.

I like the FHF pack but I am having a hard time picturing your setup. You wear the full harness+pack and then unclip it and hang it from your gear strap once set up and leave the harness over your shoulders? If you have a photo and that is easier that will work too.

 

[fowlskies]

I made these out of para-chord like in the video and thought they would be uncomfortable compared to the RYO harness. I was pleasantly surprised at how comfy they are. You could make it out of stretch chord and you would have essentially have a RYO harness. I used a different connection from the harness to the binos that I like way better. They were super simple to make, although Rick Young's harness is only $25. But you could make these and see if you like the way the harness works with cordage laying around your house.

 

[LoadedLimbs]

I use the Badlands Bono XR. I run it high up on my chest and I run my tether fairly low. For the most part they stay clear of one another.


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I use the Badlands Bino XR case as well - I haven't found anything better for keeping my binos easily and silently accessible, while also keeping them protected so I don't end up with debris, rain, or snow on the lenses. I love that it keeps my rangefinder protected and accessible as well - it's a really well-thought-out piece of gear.

 

[USMC5831]

I like the FHF pack but I am having a hard time picturing your setup. You wear the full harness+pack and then unclip it and hang it from your gear strap once set up and leave the harness over your shoulders? If you have a photo and that is easier that will work too.

I don’t have a photo, but the straps stay at home unless I’m not planning on saddle hunting. I use the harness as a case, more or less. the binos live in my pack in their “case”.
I don’t like them on my chest, while sitting in a saddle, too tight to slip my bow over the bridge.

 

[JFin15]

A Marsupial Gear Bino Harness is the way to go. It flips open forward, and I keep it flipped open the entire hunt. Easy access, tethered to the harness, lifetime purchase. Magnets keep the lid shut, and open, so no buckles or zipping is required to access your glass. I also have the range finder pouch that is the same style in terms of easy access. The harness is extremely adjustable, but I keep it fairly high up on my chest, which does not interfere with the bridge. They offer different sizes for different glass with an easy to read sizing chart.

I have been looking at those as well. Glad to hear some positive feedback on em, I think that's the way im going to go.