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Style: Absolute Shoulder Strap

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Description

We offer several comfortable shoulder straps to choose from.

The Absolute Shoulder Strap has a unique, patented, internal control-stretch system that's a lifesaver when carrying a heavy bag. It's the ideal strap for those who carry hefty loads or simply want the most comfortable strap available. The Absolute Shoulder Strap combines a nonslip, ergonomically curved pad — made of soft, durable neoprene — with comfortable stretch backing to make bags feel 50% lighter and 100% more comfortable. It's adjustable from 20" to 52".

Of course, at TOM BIHN, we're somewhat perfectionists: we make sure the webbing of our Absolute Shoulder Strap is our own top quality nylon webbing, which lasts and looks better longer than the standard polypropylene. And we go the extra mile and add heavy-duty, all-metal snaphooks. Made in U.S.A. to our specifications, our snaphooks are double-plated with a matte black finish to keep them sharp looking for years. The Absolute Shoulder Strap with Snaphooks is designed to work with any bags (ours that have D-rings or equivalent hardware.

Bags that accept the Absolute Shoulder Strap include the Aeronaut 45, Aeronaut 30, Tri-Star, Western Flyer, Empire Builder, Cadet, Maker's Bag and Yeoman Duffel.  

The Standard Shoulder Strap has a .25" / 6mm texturized rubber pad making it a good choice for those looking for some comfort but not needing the over-the-top comfort of the Absolute Strap. High quality U.S. nylon webbing and heavy-duty plastic snaphooks.

The Simple Shoulder Strap is, as the name suggests, a less heavy-duty strap for those who carry lighter loads. It features heavy-duty plastic snaphooks. Made out of high quality U.S. nylon webbing, the Simple Shoulder Strap is 1-1/2" wide, is fully adjustable, and extends to 46". The Simple Shoulder Strap can be clipped to our Packing Cube Shoulder BagDaylight Briefcase, or most light-in-weight bags with appropriate D-rings or equivalent hardware.

The 1" Shoulder Strap is a simple and light-duty shoulder strap made of 1" nylon webbing. It is adjustable and has plastic snaphooks at each end. It does not have a pad. It is most often used with our Packing Cube Shoulder Bag.

The 1" Gatekeeper Shoulder Strap is a simple and light-duty shoulder strap made of 1" nylon webbing. It is adjustable and does not have a pad. It attaches via Gatekeeper clips at each end. This strap was included with a prior iteration of the Side Kick and can currently be used with the HLTs.

The 5/8" Shoulder Strap is a simple and light-duty shoulder strap made of 5/8" nylon webbing. It is adjustable with plastic snaphooks at each end (no pad). This strap is most often used with our Side Effect3D Clear Organizer Cube, or 3D Fabric/Mesh Organizer Cube.

 

Materials

5/8 Shoulder Strap

5/8" Shoulder Strap

Side Kick Shoulder Strap

1" nylon webbing

1" Shoulder Strap

1" nylon webbing

Simple Shoulder Strap

Heavy duty plastic snaphooks with metal bail
1.5" / 38 mm nylon webbing

Standard Shoulder Strap

25" / 6mm texturized rubber pad
1.5" / 38 mm nylon webbing

Absolute Shoulder Strap

375" / 10 mm neoprene padding
Double-coated heavy duty metal snaphooks made in USA especially for TOM BIHN
1.5" / 38 mm nylon webbing

Specs

5/8" Shoulder Strap

Extends from 33" to 55" / 84 cm to 140 cm

Side Kick Shoulder Strap

Extends from 30" to 55" / 76 cm to 140 cm

1" Shoulder Strap

Extends from 32" to 57" / 81 cm to 145 cm

Simple Shoulder Strap

Extends from 42" to 56" /106 cm to 142 cm

Standard Shoulder Strap

Extends from 31.5" to 55" / 80 cm to 140 cm

Absolute Shoulder Strap

Adjusts from 20" to ~ 52" / 51 cm to 132 cm

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  • Kristi P.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings
    6 hours ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, High Quality Finishings
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Great shoulder strap

    This strap works perfectly with my large mystery bag!

  • Wanetta W.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Good Storage Size, Easily Adjustable
    Yesterday
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Comfortable, High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Good Storage Size, Easily Adjustable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Seems very Sturdy!

    Purchased one of these Shoulder Straps to use with our Techonaut 45 and Techonaut 30 backpacks. We are going to travel to Germany over the Christmas holidays and trying to go with just the 2 backpacks. I wanted the padded Hip Belt instead but I accidentally ordered this by mistake. Worked out in my favor though as my husband said the shoulder strap on my T30 would help better if he ended up having to carry mine and his T45 so win win! We loaded the bag with all of the items for weight and he put it on crossbody style and it seems to work well. Weight is distributed well with this, but a bit tight for his 6'1" frame. I am 5'7" and it works crossbody for me, but then I am still carrying my bag if I wimp out half way through the trip. :) I like that I can stuff it in my bag (or his) and we will have it to use if I get tired of carrying my backpack that is probably already overstuffed to begin with.

  • Dawne
    2 days ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5 Stars

    Love the simple strap

  • Kimberly L.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Durable, Versatile, Easily Adjustable
    6 days ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts High Quality Craftsmanship, Sewn in USA, Durable, Versatile, Easily Adjustable
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    What can I say? It's a shoulder strap.

    It's also Tom Bihn, so it's well constructed and can be used with multiple items in different ways. So, it's great.

  • RJ G.
    Verified Buyer
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Easily Adjustable, High Quality Craftsmanship
    1 week ago
    Bought For Myself
    Product Standouts Thoughtful Design, High Quality Finishings, Durable, Easily Adjustable, High Quality Craftsmanship
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Impeccable design

    I have owned Tom Bihn bags for years now and the Absolute Shoulder Strap is a must-have. It's got nonslip neoprene and is so well cushioned. I use this one on my gym bag and it's incredible for travel. I can just sling it across my shoulders and go.

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