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I’ve never shied away from carrying a considerable amount of gear on a photowalk. Since i started getting heavier camera bodies and heavier glass I’ve been more aware the problems associated with heavy gear. I switched from shoulder bags to a backpack and I’ve now taken the step of replacing my camera strap with something a lot more comfortable. I ended up getting the Kata Reflex-E strap. I’ve had a look at several of these more robust straps and thought the plastic clips just seemed like something I could inadvertently open. The Kata strap on the other hand has much more solid, locking clips. The actual part that goes over your shoulder is made of neoprene making it elastic enough to absorb the jolts of the camera while walking, so if it wasn’t for the camera bumping off your stomach or hip on every step you wouldn’t really feel much weight hanging form you at all, even if you’re using a longer lens. My only issue with it is that it’s longer than the original red and black Canon strap. However it’s about twice as wide and at least twice as thick so it distributes the weight a whole lot better. But the good times don’t stop there. The clips are detachable form the actual neoprene strap and as such can be clipped onto the straps of a photo backpack to take the weight off your neck and distribute it evenly across your shoulders. Another nice detail are the two pockets, one on each end of the strap, for storing memory cards and lens cloths. This little gem goes for around 30€ and is greatly recommended.