HOLDFAST MONEYMAKER VS ROSE ANVIL BANDIT Harness- Camera Strap Review 2021 + Why I'm leaving one

[@HonJazzz]

Great compassion! Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@CamColland]

As for the Holdfast, why don't you get an old toothbrush and wash it in the area that absorbs your sweat? An old toothbrush and some body soap or dishwashing liquid and water would fix that sweat odor issue.

[@CelinaBelizan345]

This is absolutely great! I want to try the ROSE ANVIL BANDIT Harness. Ready to start! Thank you, Moorea for this amazing review!

[@MooreaThill]

You are so welcome! and let me know how you like it! I think its well worth the investment :)

[@christinacooperfilm]

This is great! I was looking for a camera strap and of course the moneymaker was the one I kept seeing around but I wanted someone other than a male photographer to have an honest review. So immediately when this started and you mentioned arm fat, I laughed and said.. oh she gets it. Lol I loved your honest review. It was so helpful! I also love that you are in Austin! (I'm in Houston). I love finding other female photographers especially any sharing tutorials (like I try- in new at them).. and any in home state is a super bonus!! I had seen rose anvil when they had just started a few years ago but then the holdfast caught my eye as more content was about it. Loved the video! You just got a new sub! 🤗

[@MooreaThill]

Aww this made me so happy to read! Im glad you found it helpful and funny :)

[@VictorGee]

Why not use saddle soap and leather conditioner to clean and seal your leather from sweat?

[@MooreaThill]

Thanks for the tip

[@MeghanFroese]

It's been a couple years, do you still love the Rose Anvil? I wear jumpsuits a lot when shooting, do you thing the belts are absolutely necessary to get the comfiest use of it?

[@MooreaThill]

i use it without the belt all the time and i STILL love it ! I ended up buying the conversion kit so that i can use just the single strap wen on vacation etc, and im obsessed!!

[@lowesmed5681]

It’s been a while but since you are one of few comparing these products and does it awesome. I have a question: Where do you keep other stuff that u need quick access to on a wedding? Like extra, lenses, batteries etc since u can’t attach anything to the Rose Anvil harness right? The moneymaker have lots of smart ways to attach stuff.this is the one thing that makes me leaning towards the Holdfast. Hate having bags laying around 😂 thanks for a great comparison!

[@MooreaThill]

I have a kamrette bag and a fanny pack that i use on wedding days but i pretty much always have all my stuff on me at all times

[@pauljohnson2528]

Would have been nice to see the strap on you with cameras, especially with a long lens. Would also like to know how much weight it will safely support. And I'm curious about how wide the arm holes are. I'm a big guy, wildlife shooter, with big arms and chest, and short hair.

[@TheeJaneDoe]

Thank you for doing this review! I put in my order and I'm super excited to get it 🙂

[@MooreaThill]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jonathanmickle7559]

Use a 17.5 micron Merino wool t shirt and a thin merino wool top and you won't have any BO issues or issues with sweat staining leather.

[@MooreaThill]

great idea!

[@Mpactpics]

Do you realize that you are supposed to clean leather when it gets dirty? 📸🌞

[@MooreaThill]

yup I've cleaned it multiple times

[@1v1me_]

So she doesn't know leather can be cleaned? 🤦So she just leaves it smelly? GTFO

[@MooreaThill]

Yup cleaned the leather👍🏽

[@antoniovaldez6054]

Have you tried the spider holster? Easy on back, wear waist belt very comfortable. There's a [2] camera set up. I like off the shoulder harnesses. Less back aches. I am just sharing. What you think?

[@MooreaThill]

Never tried it but after getting the Rose Anvil I think Im set for life!

[@SocialConfidenceMastery]

This is good to know!

[@shakebake2680]

Sounds like you need better deodorant. There’s ZERO excuse for smelling like BO when you’re on a job. Especially at a wedding. That’s just nasty. You blaming Holdfast instead of yourself speaks volumes. Air out and condition the leather more often especially in your climate. But more important, switch to better deodorant.

[@MooreaThill]

Thanks for the unsolicited advice on my deodorant. Ill keep that in mind next time I'm shooting a 6 hour wedding in 100+ weather, 80% humidity, outside in the direct sun :)

[@KaylaKoerner-hf6nr]

Thank you! You literally just saved my butt from buying hold fast!

[@MooreaThill]

saved your butt and arms LOL 😂 Glad the video was helpful

[@cristinabernes9310]

Thanks so much for sharing this. It is very real. I'm currently using a Blackrapid dual harness and I'm really not liking how much the cameras swing around all about everywhere and i can't bend down to pick up things or adjust wedding dresses or anything, and also my neck and shoulders SUPER hurt the next day too!! Thanks for showing the rose anvil. I'm collecting information and considering options.

[@MooreaThill]

You're welcome!

[@MooreaThill]

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[@robertweir5755]

I've been looking online for a replacement for my early no frills BlackRapid strap and found your video. I've never seen any information about either of your leather harnesses and I'm curious if you've tried the BlackRapid Breathe Double Camera Harness at about half the price.

[@MooreaThill]

nope Ive never tried it but would love to know more

[@djlive408]

I haven't had major issues with my Hold Fast gear but again I don't have long hair so that's not an issue, I have had the side rings catch my shirt which is annoying but I just have to look out for what I wear. FYI the holdfast gear also have belt loop anchor which attach to your D rings. One last thing I guess I haven't used the holdfast long enough to encounter the sweat/smelly issue. Great review and good points!

[@MooreaThill]

Glad you enjoyed the review :)

[@shakebake2680]

Only people that have poor hygiene and don’t use proper deodorant will run into issues. You won’t have issues with the HF or any other strap/ harness smelling if you don’t smell. You can sweat on it, and that’ll never make it smell like stinky b.o. That’s on the person. Also, in order for the harness to stink, that means that you’re sweating through your clothes first, and then into the harness. Just nasty and no excuse to smell. Doesn’t matter how hot and humid it is. Stinky sweat is inexcusable.

[@salvadorvelazquez8783]

Good to see you again. It’s been a while. At least for me.

[@MooreaThill]

So good to see you too!! its been too long and the holidays and work had me a little too busy for new videos... but iim back :)

[@salvadorvelazquez8783]

@@MooreaThill well love you videos and teachings. You make look so easy and I will set up a 30 minute 1 on 1 once we settle down through the holidays. Keep up the good work. My eldest daughter is now living in Austin. Expecting her second child. She actually wants me to come and shoot the journey. We will see.

[@alohaarianna]

Same!

[@vladimirlopez7840]

Cleaning it with saddle soap will clean it up and bring it back to life

[@MooreaThill]

definitely trying this!

[@David_Day]

Thanks for the review! I would like to order the Anvil harness. What color is yours? Is it Light or Dark Brown?

[@MooreaThill]

I have the lighter color and i am still using it all the time and love it!

[@ManuelReyesphoto]

Great product, No complaints. Highlight recommend it.👌

[@AmyHanoa]

Great review! I have a question - do you have an additional bag you carry for lenses/flashes/batteries? I really like the Sightseer bag by Holdfast that hooks on to the Moneymaker but wondering if there’s something like that that can be hooked onto the Rose Anvil? Or could the Sightseer hook on to the Rose Anvil? 🤔

[@MooreaThill]

Yes I do! but I use a backpack from Kamrette. Im not sure if the HF bag would work with the Rose Anvil as there isn't really a space to hook it onto. Hope this helps!

[@TungPhanTalks]

thanks for the review! I've been having problems with high-angle shots using some harnesses, do you have to unbuckle your camera for such photos? Cheers!

[@MooreaThill]

no ive never had that issue but i dont know that I really take high angle shots.

[@JPC009]

Did you ever find a way to wear the Rose Anvil with skirts?

[@MooreaThill]

No i just wear it normal but I still find that its better for my back even without the belt

[@iancurrie8844]

Thanks for saving me some money! Is the Rose Anvil only for women though? All the marketing makes it seem that way.

[@MooreaThill]

No, Ive seen men use rose anvil too :)

[@osiris4260]

I would recommend saddle soap to clean the leather and then using leather moisturizer to push out the sweat from the leather and always keep a cleaning routine. The to top it off use a Leather cream polish like Wrens leather cream polish in neutral color. Gives a lovely shiny finish.

[@MooreaThill]

That's a good idea! Thank you

[@troylau2683]

Based in Austin Texas, but were those opening shots on Maui?? Specifically South shore? Edit: Just reached 2 minutes in, and you answered my question lol

[@MooreaThill]

Haha! well I hope you enjoyed the south maui shots :)

[@troylau2683]

@@MooreaThill I did! I work on that side so I immediately recognized the West Mauis in the background haha

[@EdenGold]

Oh this is absolutely lovely, thank you for sharing

[@MooreaThill]

Absolutely! Im glad you liked it!

[@Lord_Mau_]

Don’t need my arm fat pinched. Doesn’t sound like a good time. Thanks for the honest review.

[@MooreaThill]

lol anytime :)

[@SASSY20]

Loved your honesty and the fact you modeled them, but I had to say, I'm in shock that the Rose Anvil is even more than the money maker. I was expecting you to give the truth about hold fast because perhaps it's overpriced and hyped up and I was thinking/hoping that RA was going to be a cheaper alternative. If I'm speaking honestly as well, the RA looks like a cheaper material. You can see that its worn in already and showing some wrinkles in the material. Bummer. I'm leaning towards a Black Rapid at the moment. It seems comfortable/durable and easy to use. I love these leather harnesses but I've been researching them for weeks and I keep seeing mixed reviews. I have a wedding in 2 weeks that I need a harness for. I'm running out of time :/

[@MooreaThill]

hope it worked out for you!

[@kaenova]

does the underside of this shed? I bought a harness from coiro which I love! but I wear all black and its leaving all the lint.

[@MooreaThill]

Ive never had an issue with this

[@kaenova]

@@MooreaThill Hey! I found the solution if anyone else had an issue with it. I put a little mink wax/oil and it resolved the issue. :)

[@ipodtouch1107]

I extremely don't like my cameras dangling, especially in a crowded area. There are always something hitting my lens. Is there any suggestion for me?

[@MooreaThill]

Maybe a camera belt and camera straps for your hand ? Hope this helps

[@hishamosman4341]

Consider Peak Design Capture V2 or V3, where you can clip the camera tight

[@thevallsgals5631]

This is great! I have been using a holdfast for 3-4 years now and I have the exact same complaints!! There have been SO many times I told my second shooter or our videographer “just rip my hair!!!” 😩 I have also found myself on the tightest, shortest harness settings yet my camera with my 70-200 len bangs into the back of my leg when I walk while shooting leaving the biggest, horrible, painful bruises on the backs of my legs. Recently I stumbled across the Rose Anvil Harness and I have been very curious. The fact that you said you get stress headaches and your back is broken the next day just solidified that fact that I will be switching as soon as possible. EVERY TIME I shoot the same thing happens to me. I use a hot neck wrap 4-5 to loosen the muscles back up. The belt clip on the rose anvil, genesis. Holdfast just added one to their line but the last fact that the leather is lighter (since I have a small frame overall) really seals the deal for me. Thank you for making this video! New harness here I come!

[@MooreaThill]

I am so happy you found this helpful! I really wanted to love the holdfast and tried for so long to make it work but overall the Rose Anvil is a better product

[@catherinedean4153]

Hi. Now that you've used it for a while... These are the two harnesses I'm considering. Can you tell me if the rose anvil feels like it pulls on the triangle under your arm every time you lift up the camera? Also, does it feel strong enough to support a heavier camera setup- Canon R5 with a 70-200mm? I really appreciate any feedback and your video was helpful!

[@MooreaThill]

I use it all the time with the 70-200 and its fine. I got rid of my moneymaker and exclusively use the rose anvil now

[@mishkathlay]

@@MooreaThill put does it pull on the triangle under your arm every time you lift camera?

[@nicolecose8029]

Really love a good honest review. THANK YOU!!!

[@MooreaThill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Itsmonbon]

What size was the moneymaker that you used?

[@MooreaThill]

I think I had a medium

[@SocialConfidenceMastery]

Thanks for this review!

[@MooreaThill]

anytime! thanks for checking it out

[@musicforcreators420]

absolutely lovely, nice video!!

[@MooreaThill]

Thank you very much!

[@musicforcreators420]

@@MooreaThill u welcome

[@GretchenWillis1]

I came back to watch this review again and ask a question: do you feel it would help to have a thin chest strap (to connect both of the arm straps together, similar to the connecting chest strap for a backpack)? Looking at it (but not having bought one yet), it feel like that would help. Or maybe it wouldn't make a difference. Well what do you think? Thanks!

[@MooreaThill]

I personally don't think a chest strap would make a difference for me, but I do feel a big difference when I use the rose anvil belt hooks to shift the weight. I have seen photographers use this harness before : amzn.to/2NxIVjv but I cant speak from experience.

[@bagramdave883]

Rose anvil sells that exact cross strap online for pretty cheap. And it has a very cool, solid brass “fish hook” not sharp but very sharp looking

[@mairphotography21]

Nice comparison but where is the link?

[@MooreaThill]

which link are you looking for?

[@antoniovaldez6054]

Yhanks for sharing. You are awesome

[@MooreaThill]

Anytime! thanks for watching!

[@alohaarianna]

I am always happy when I see your videos in my subscriptions :)

[@MooreaThill]

That makes me so happy to hear! Cant wait to share more coming up soon :)

[@bagramdave883]

Good review. Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@MooreaThill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wenjiun88]

i thought genuine leather doesn't smell?

[@MooreaThill]

Ive never heard that before but im not sure

[@saraventura1333]

There more expensive than the ones u complained about

[@UgoArinzeh]

great summary of pros and cons.

[@MooreaThill]

Thank you! So glad to have you here!

[@toe_knee93]

Dang...I just got one of these :(

[@gentleman0678]

I own the holdfast straps and have used them for a few years. The owner has a video of the various leather types and considerations for each type. Although our experiences may vary, the American bison has worked very well for me. I do sweat a lot and it’s held up really well with no foul smell. Holdfast now makes the anchors, which help prevent the excessive motion mentioned, which I have and use. I don’t work for or sponsor holdfast, but they have been really responsive, when it comes to questions or suggestions. Reach out them if you have any concerns.

[@pamelajensen2009]

Hysterical and very informative!

[@MooreaThill]

hahah Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chumleyk]

Holdfast dodged a bullet having you as a customer.

[@GretchenWillis1]

awesome review, I truly appreciate you giving the honest details!

[@MooreaThill]

Absolutely! Im so glad you enjoyed it.

[@MilosVi]

Sub for a jingles!!! Great stuff just found your channel.

[@MooreaThill]

hahah thank you !

[@jbjfoto]

Really a good review. Thanks. Do you use the safety straps or do you rely on the basics?

[@MooreaThill]

Both!

[@zamorafotography2079]

If your sweat is going through your clothes and getting on the leather and soaking it enough that it would smell, I think you have a bigger problem than this strap I would probably go see a doctor.

[@MooreaThill]

Well I think anyone would sweat while running around a beach in Hawaii with 100 degree weather... But thanks for the comment.

[@atsylor5549]

This is just an opinion but maybe the main problem with the holdfast harness and you is that you were born with a woman body. You know long hair that can be easily pulled, boobs that push the strap towards your sides were it can pinch your arm and a small delicate back that’s not meant to bare a lot a weight. I think if your ever tempted to change up the whole womanly thing you got going on you might like it. It’s probably a strap that would like to be unisex but it’s really best suited for one body type.

[@MooreaThill]

I disagree seeing as Ive heard the same complaints from both male and female photographers but thats for sharing :)

[@ldmndz4652]

The point of all or most "camera straps" is that it is "unisex"..even Holdfast doesn't distinguish a mens or women's line of straps...Yes this is your opinion..but I'm sorry..@Moorea Thill Photography might not say this to you..but I am a male and find this comment bullsh@t!!...What the hell kinda of comment is this?..You're basically saying the thing that is wrong with her is because she's a "woman"..to quote you "you were born with a woman's body"..yeah..no sh@t because she is..even a man can have long hair and a similar body type as a woman..and you also say "a small delicate back that's not meant to bare a lot of weight"..again What the hell is that about?!..and lastly you say " I think if your ever tempted to change up the whole womanly thing you got going on you might like it"..What the F@ck is your problem saying that as well!!..this is one of the most dumbest and f#ck up comments!..what is wrong with you?!!! dumb shite..

[@mishkathlay]

@@ldmndz4652 too sensive. Calm down. I didn't take offense.