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  1. Richard D

    How do you carry your binoculars?

    The only time I carry binoculars in a case is when I'm not actively birding - e.g. a trip somewhere for work I'll keep 8x25s in a case in my briefcase in case I have time for a quick wander about.
  2. Richard D

    How do you carry your binoculars?

    Inspired by your post, but being a cheapskate I tried a cheap 'military spec' smock from Amazon Smock - heavy duty poly/cotton -very windproof and unproofed will cope with a light shower - the kangaroo pocket worked well - cheap but cheerful.
  3. Richard D

    How do you carry your binoculars?

    A harness takes most of the weight on the shoulders and some on the back which some people find more comfortable. Personally I found getting a decently wide padded neck strap that is shaped to sit at the base of the neck perfectly comfortable for long periods even with 2 1/2 lb (1.15kg)...
  4. Richard D

    How do you carry your binoculars?

    I like the idea of a 'kangaroo' pouch... Back when I was a student (30+ years ago...) living in Wales I had a locally made cotton fisherman's smock with an open pouch that I lived in. I wonder whether you can still get something similar. I don't mind harnesses just over a shirt, but when you're...
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