Extra comfortable/soft strap

BassAgent · 2025-10-31T06:57:07Z

I broke my collarbone recently and although it's healed (yay!) and I can play again (yay!) I still struggle with straps. I used a regular strap on a rehearsal yesterday and it doesn't feel great. The metal plate is still in my left shoulder and it presse a bit against the skin. I'm looking for a soft, comfortable strap. I have a Mono Betty, but the ends of that aren't at all durable so I don't want another one

I need padding, but I don't need stretch. I was looking at the Levy Comfort Strap, the GruvGear Solo and the classic Comfort Strapp. Any experiences? Am I missing one?

Mudpup · 2025-10-31T07:52:11Z

Maybe add the Neotech Mega to your list. I have one of those and also a Comfort Strapp. Both are very good. The softer foam padding and bit of stretch may suit your collarbone a bit better than a padded leather one. These both replaced Mono Betty ones and I find them more comfortable.

Mottlefeeder · 2025-10-31T14:22:22Z

May be off topic, but have you considered where the seams are on your shirt.

I found padding under my T-shirt to be a lot more effective than a softer strap. The shoulder seam on the T-shirt was pressing onto a nerve.

David

BassAgent · 2025-10-31T14:25:32Z

Thanks for the idea David I have considered that; the seams are slightly off and I can feel the pressure of the strap on my collarbone. I've ordered a Gruvgear today, also because of the availability and length. Very curious.

Wombat · 2025-10-31T14:52:22Z

There are comments in another thread but if it’s definitely comfort not cost look at a Heistercamp strap. Have it exactly how you want and choose ’with padding’. I just got a 3 1/2 inch for a heavy P I like to play and not having any of the associated probs now. Money well spent!