Binocular Harnesses Overview/Comparison

[@boydpendleton164]

You can't go wrong with a Badland Bino Harness, (Lifetime Guarantee). Includes a water bladder pouch on the rear portion of the harness that tucks away when not in use. It has been my go to bino harness for 10+ years. Used while hunting on foot, atv's, utv's, horseback & on snowmobiles.

[@ricksundberg5659]

The Alaska Guide Creations is the best I've found after using the Badlands, Kuiu and Eberlestock over the years. It's compact but I have my Swarovski Binos, Sig Rangefinder, Garmin GPS, Spartan bipod, extra rifle ammo, lightweight knife, tags/licenses, Streamlight, Wind meter, cell phone, batteries all in the chest pack. Alongside to the right I have the AGC holster and on the left I have their rangefinder small pouch I use for an extra pistol mag. On the bottom of the main pack I have a soft sided Camelback collapsible water bottle. For me it means if I see something from where I am using my spotting scope and decide to put a lightweight fast hunt on it I can leave my backpack behind and go after it and still have the essentials to make a short or long range shot, deal with the animal and then get back to my pack even in the dark.

[@truggwalger]

I had an AGC and did not like the fact the lid opens front to back. It was difficult to operate with one-hand. But it was very well-constructed otherwise (which it should be for the price).

[@woodsmansfinest3814]

Great overview! And that's what people don't really get here in the comments... It's a sweet overview! Wanna go in depth about all these and it's gonna be 2h about the harnesses and people will complain again! I found this very helpful! Cheers

[@valkry007]

Badlands Magnetic Bino Case is the go to case for my Swaro ELC's, super comfortable, awesome for bow hunting, super quiet and keeps my glass safe.

[@BlackOvis]

great harness, thank you for the feedback!

[@СлаваСлава-з4х]

Excellent product, excellent customer service.

[@aaronnoland9310]

@BlackOvis will there ever be a concealed carry and binocular combo chest pack? One with a compartment that is sipped up and can hold a pistol while also having a dedicated binocular case in the front I know the closest thing made is the marsupial gear fishing pack but it’s not a dedicated purpose made chest rig

[@BlackOvis]

We don't know of any, but that's not to say that it couldn't happen!

[@michaelmadeira2345]

Honestly I was SOLD on the Badlands D-Mag Bino case until I watched this video. Hearing that magnetic closure snap shut a few times really turned me off. I own a LOT of Badlands stuff and their warrantee is incredible….but so I the Vortex warranty. This video turned me from the Badlands D-Mag, towards the Alaska Guide Co. Kodiak Cub, THEN to see that Vortex sells it as a Vortex product for $20 cheaper….can’t go wrong at all.

[@BlackOvis]

Thanks for watching!

[@truggwalger]

Yep I had a Badlands Bino C, and the magnetic closure was extremely loud. Not ideal for hunting at all. I've also had an AGC cub, and I hated how it opened front-to-back. I sold both.

[@madman432000]

You didn't talk about the hydration pack that attaches to the AGC pouch. Cool idea for a longer day use but not overnight.

[@wojo1034]

The Eberlstock has a spot for a pistol on the back that is a great option.

[@BlackOvis]

Thanks for your input!

[@Justron56]

This is a GREAT video. informative and unbiased

[@hardthornedoutdoors7961]

If you buy one that opens towards your face and you own 15x56 or even 10x42 binos, you’re going to fucking hate it. I would buy a marsupial out of all of these. Most adjustable, best customer service, quite, comfortable, and lots of extras you can add over time if you want

[@BlackOvis]

Very good input, thank you for commenting.

[@hardthornedoutdoors7961]

BlackOvis sorry I may have had some Coors lights before posting but that’s my honest opinion!!!! Can’t wait for bow season boyeee

[@jammerlr7780]

With some modela with a tall bino flap, yes. With others, that!is simply not the case. AGC for instance uses a short pouch cover that doesn’t cause any issue at all when accessing the binos. I have been using them for 10 years now with no problem like that. I do have one that came with some binoculars that are like that and yes, they absolutely go WAY too high. Literally in front of your face to get the binos out.

[@truggwalger]

@@jammerlr7780 I'm way late to this discussion (just randomly found this video) but I've had an AGC cub, and the front-to-back closure really bugged me, and made it difficult to operate with one hand. And I was just using 10 x 42 binos.

[@truggwalger]

I'm way late, but you are right. I had an AGC cub and hated it because of the front-to-back enclosure.

[@kaijinwu]

thanks for the information and the orientation

[@BlackOvis]

Glad it was helpful!

[@steveshockey7805]

does Alaskan guide offer pistol storage on there Bino holder packs?

[@BlackOvis]

They have an extra attachment that you can buy. Here's the link: www.blackovis.com/alaska-guide-creations-handgun-holster

[@wyohunter77]

Which ones besides Eberlestock have the pistol harness integrated on the back of the harness?

[@BlackOvis]

They are the only ones as far as we know!

[@easyoutgrid]

Hey how you doing buddy I came across your site and I'm looking for a pouch for my binoculars I have the Lupo Alpine they are 12x52 which will be the proper size for that binoculars?

[@BlackOvis]

Marsupial makes a great option for you. You'll probably want a size large. Here's the link: www.blackovis.com/gear/binocular-harnesses/marsupial-gear-binocular-pack

[@easyoutgrid]

@@BlackOvis thank you buddy I just started checking out you guys website and you guys on the videos been helping me out a lot because I'm getting ready or preparing myself to go elk hunt I live in Miami Florida and it sounds crazy but I don't have the luxury or the money to pay a guide up to six or eight thousand dollars so I would like to do it by myself but I'm doing the proper exercise I'm trying to buy the proper gear and the hunt that I really want to go for is in New Mexico I'm going to keep on checking out your guys what site in your videos for more tips do you guys have anything on New Mexico

[@martinwessler1279]

Hi, which Sitka model should I select for use with a Leica Geovid HD-B 10x42? Thanks!

[@jerryholthouse5430]

Great video, very helpful.

[@BlackOvis]

Glad it was helpful!

[@brandonwoods3485]

I’ve been needing this video

[@BlackOvis]

Glad we could help!

[@albertoneri5427]

badlands don't care europee....so i'm totally into eberlestock, and the quality is awesome

[@BlackOvis]

Eberlestock makes killer products!

[@jeffguy3868]

Great review lots of choices

[@BlackOvis]

New video coming soon!

[@JonALewis]

Which of these bino + rangefinder harnesses would work best with a chest holster rig for hunting in Grizz country? Looking for a modular system so that once back at camp, cleaning game or on a break, etc., the bino harness could be easily removed while still retaining the gun at all times. The system would of course have to work by the harness not encumbering a quick draw from the chest holster, should one ever become necessary. Any ideas?

[@mikeknape7064]

Any of them, and add the AGC holster to it

[@tundrafunk7402]

Checkout the Marsupial with the Razco universal holster/backer plate.

[@buckjager2897]

Hello ran across your video and tried to go on your web page but unfortunately your web page is being blocked. I live in Germany and was looking for something for my Bino's and like what your guys showed on the video.

[@BitterrootRambler]

Good job bud, that was a mouth full.

[@skyepalmer2271]

Love the video!

[@BlackOvis]

Awesome, thank you for the feedback!

[@rickpeterson6350]

The Blackovis website is not available in Europe. Too bad

[@BlackOvis]

Are you unable to check out on our site? Or will our site not load at all? What Country do you live in?

[@rickpeterson6350]

@@BlackOvis I live in Germany. Its unable to load. Access denied Error 16 www.blackovis.com 2021-01-20 19:42:36 UTC What happened? This request was blocked by the security rules Your IP: 93.215.226.116 Proxy IP: 107.154.141.216 (ID 10246-100) Incident ID: 246000250031327760-122835768328980046

[@aleks2194]

Does anybody know of a system that can be used independently an then take the bag of and hook on backpack straps when you wear a backpack?

[@dallanc.3368]

If you buy a badlands pack with one of their bino harnesses, you can connect them to the pack. However, I never do this as I often walk to a spot and sit. I'll get up and walk around a little if I get cold or use the bathroom so having your bino harness independent of your pack is a plus as you don't have to take your pack for short walks. That's my recommendation. Also, if you have binos and a range finder, I suggest the badlands XR. It's the one I'm using now and I like it a lot! I was using the badlands Diablo pack for the last 15 years or so. The zippers finally wore out on it so I upgraded to a badlands 2200. I haven't used it yet, but it has connection points for my bino harness. I've only used the ALPS OutdoorZ Extreme Bino Harness X other than the badlands XR. I like the XR also because I can fold down the front and pull my binos out and put them back in without closing it. I also use 12x50 binocs and a rangefinder as the floor can be adjusted down in the badlands XR. Also, if you use two hands to fold the magnetic lid closed, it is so quiet. No zippers or elastic cordage to make noise. I carry my headlight and extra mag in the zippers and put my phone in the back pocket against my chest.

[@ozziejim8472]

One thing that’s important to me as a bow stalker is outer material, noisy anything is out!

[@BlackOvis]

Great feedback, thanks for commenting!

[@curtkramer7529]

Are any of these quiet in cold weather? Looks like noisy plastic in all of them

[@brettk7256]

Curt Kramer I found an Allen brand binocular pouch I got off of amazon for about $10. It fits 10x42 binoculars well with room left. It is also very quiet.

[@anonymous_friend]

what holds swaro 15x56 slc best?

[@TheSkylar25]

Are you guys gonna have the sitka 8x-10x in subalpine back in stock?

[@BlackOvis]

They are currently on order!

[@TheSkylar25]

Sweet! I'll be ordering one when they get in

[@bisonrancher76]

What is the quietest model, I mostly bow hunt, so quiet is key...thanks

[@hardthornedoutdoors7961]

Marsupial gear is what I’d suggest I’ve used fhfgear, badlands, Kuiu packs and they are far superior quite wise and snug into you body so you can still shoot your bow while wearing em

[@fmtoussant]

was expecting him to put them all on instead of just holding in hand lol

[@BlackOvis]

Great feedback!

[@nativehuntinggear5491]

Would the magnets affect your GPS .

[@charleyp7337]

No, magnets dont effect GPS

[@Johnbobon]

They do effect a compass, though. But if you hold the compass away from your chest, it's no problem.

[@valwilliams5933]

It is actually a binocular bag review. The harnesses are never shown. Maybe all harness systems are the same.

[@matsvineyard7564]

your channel seems to be blocked for security purposes?

[@matsvineyard7564]

sorry - i meant your website

[@rickjones5774]

Check out spika bino harness beat all of these

[@BlackOvis]

We like that one too!

[@garytrigg-graynoth4034]

FHF all the way, slim minimal harness and built like a tank👍

[@BlackOvis]

Thanks for watching!

[@GuatemalaQuest]

Can´t believe you don´t have ... the very nice and useful Kuiku Harness... any ways good products.

[@brandt_bennett]

Fernando Alvarez that’s because they don’t carry Kuiu products. Only Kuiu sells Kuiu products, they don’t have any retail stores or partners.

[@AO-ip6yx]

Ho do you not even mention water bladder options and if they have them?

[@kevinthomas343]

I have the alpz one but I don’t like it

[@chickensandwich1589]

mmkay

[@BlackOvis]

Thanks for watching!

[@jamesjobe4307]

No magnets near my electronics please. Phone, GPS, compass, etc. That should be a no-brainer.

[@BlackOvis]

There's plenty of great options that don't utilize magnets. Check them out on our site!

[@BC_Hunter]

Meh. KUIU makes the best harness in my opinion.

[@GuatemalaQuest]

I agree

[@dangold1998]

Fully functional, comfortable and no bulk. I love my Kuiu. And yes, i have tried about 90% of the ones shown here.

[@backcountryrookies433]

I would love to see your reviews of this Kuiu harness. I'm curious about it too.

[@curtkramer7529]

Outdoor vision appears to be the same as kuiu

[@cordelmar]

Don;t buy the Vortex, one of the clips broke on the second use at home. Wen't back to the store.

[@BernieM]

This describes packs, not simple harnesses.