As a brand dedicated to making photographers’ lives easier (and more comfortable), we love when real pros put our gear through its paces in the field. That’s exactly what sports photographer Corinne Joye Votaw did in her recent in-depth review of the BLACKRAPID Double X Extra Comfort harness. After years of testing everything from basic …
Press, Raves, & Reviews
Press, Raves and Reviews
Reviews of BLACKRAPID Camera Straps
On Set with Jasin Boland Strap ★★★★★ · Avoided Neck Surgery – Real Ergonomics Win · Hopper Stone · Jan 23, 2026 Jasin introduced me to the Black Rapid straps back in 2012. And the company doesn’t rest on their laurels just making one thing. They are constantly developing and refining their products. Besides allowing …
Rodrigo Barreto Conquers the Dakar Rally with BLACKRAPID’s Double X Harness
The Dakar Rally is one of the most grueling and exhilarating events in motorsport, pushing participants—and their gear—to the absolute limit. This year, renowned photographer Rodrigo Barreto returned from yet another thrilling coverage of the rally, and he’s singing the praises of BLACKRAPID’s latest innovation: the Double X Harness. As a seasoned professional who’s captured …
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WPPI 2026: Why Pros Have Used BLACKRAPID Straps for 10–16 Years (Honest Reactions)
We just wrapped an incredible week at WPPI 2026 in Las Vegas, running the BLACKRAPID booth and capturing real, on-the-spot testimonials from photographers using our camera straps and slings! Watch this fun collage of honest reactions from pros and enthusiasts across the country — from wedding & portrait shooters to adventure photographers — sharing why …
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BlackRapid’s Milestone: Honored on Inc. Magazine’s 2012 Fastest-Growing Companies List
Back in 2012, BLACKRAPID earned a spot on Inc. magazine’s prestigious Inc. 500 list—celebrating the fastest-growing private companies in America. This recognition highlighted our explosive growth during one of the toughest economic periods in recent history. From our founding in 2008 by Seattle photographer Ron Henry, BLACKRAPID set out to solve real problems for photographers: …
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BlackRapid Shines in Latest Camera Strap Roundups: Recognized as a Top Pick for 2026
At BlackRapid, we’re passionate about creating camera straps that let photographers move freely, shoot comfortably, and keep their gear secure—no matter the adventure. Whether you’re hiking rugged trails, capturing events, or shooting in the studio, our designs (like the breathable BLACKLINE series and reliable Safety Tether options) are built for real-world performance. We’re thrilled to …
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Digital Camera World Awards 5 Stars to BLACKRAPID BlackLine II (Double Camera Harness)
The Blackline II Double Dual Camera Harness is a great way to carry two cameras. It’s breathable, sleek, and has a blacked-out logo. Well Digital Camera World gave it 5 stars, and here’s some quotes from their article: The reviewer explicitly highlights these strengths: The article emphasizes reliability, comfort, and professional-grade security. We appreciate Digital …
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Jasin Boland Living the Moment with BLACKRAPID 12 Years Ago
We came across this cool video BLACKRAPID produced years ago with our friend, Jasin Boland. It shows him visiting the US to spend time with photographers teaching an action photography class and photographing a man on fire, being interviewed on New Day, Seattle’s TV morning news show, as well as talking about how much he …
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Email From a Happy Customer – Sport Strap Review
Hello BlackRapid Team, I wanted to reach out and share how much I love the Sport Strap! I’m an avid user and rely on it daily. What really stands out is the incredible comfort. The strap feels perfectly balanced and distributes the weight so well—even after hours of use, I barely notice it’s there. The …
Mariano Hotto – BLACKRAPID Strap in the Wild
On Instagram we saw photographer of epic European weddings Mariano Hotto, packing his bag for his next Italian wedding shoot. Shown on top is his BLACKRAPID camera strap. Check out Mariano’s IG page by clicking below.
Digital Camera World Reviews BLACKRAPID Double Breathe Harness
Digital Camera World reviewed the BLACKRAPID Double Breathe Harness. They gave it 4.5 stars out of 5, and here’s what they had to say in their lede: The BlackRapid Double Breathe is priced at $180 / £150, and it’s definitely worth the investment. I believe it’s essential to not compromise on the safety of expensive …
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Rainy Day Magazine Reviews BLACKRAPID BlackLine Camera Sling
Rainy Day Magazine recently took the BLACKRAPID BlackLine camera sling for a “First Look / First Use” trial. They wrote up a review about it, which you can read here. We’re always happy when photographers try our camera slings and love them. Rainy Day Magazine went into great detail explaining the different parts of the …
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