Are the waist strap and chest strap removable/replaceable for when you don't need them?
158527
Unfortunately not. That would be a convenient feature though. They can be a nuisance. Also, I just closed my gym locker and caught a closing clip on one of the straps and it broke, rendering it useless. Rather fragile plastic and I'll have to get it replaced as the straps are essential for any long or heavy carrys.
158528
No, they are attached. I could imagine, though, that you could cut them and reattach with velcro.
158529
No they are not removable. But I don't fin them intrusive at all when not in use. My only issue is with the size of the front pocket. Not very big. But the side ones do make up for it.
158530
no, they are not removable, but my son rarely need them and they don't seem to get in the way at all.
158531
No they are not removable. We do not use them at all as we don't use the bags for long distance hiking, we use them as swimming bags. The boys put there gear bags and towel inside and don't have the need to use these straps.
158532
They cannot be removed; however, the waste strap is not in the way once it is strapped together and shortened in length because it now rests behind you on your back. The chest strap is not a nuisance, you barely know it's there.
22195
No, the hooks are attached to the vest. It looks like a belt, but you cannot remove it as a belt.
412480
yes you can remove it and use the belt/pant clip...or just hold the item in your hand
1847257
Non of the straps are removeable except the chest strap. No optional waist strap provided either. Im a biclist and s runner and I cant wear or use it as it bounces too much but its okay for walking or hiking
381943
The strap is held on by a small steel ring, similar to a keyring. So yes, the strap and the little ring can be removed. But my husband that uses the cane says the superpowers come from the strap.
567299
No, the holsters are not removable. If you want such an option, I recommend buying a belt with two bottles and getting the add-on holsters.
2273339
Yes, the weights are removable. The vest has 11 pockets for weights on the front and 11 more on the back that can be removed from the inside so they don't fall out while you are active.
956250
Yes, they are removable. Actually looks nice without them but just not as plush and comfortable. It could be used with or without them.
2260140
Yes strap buttons must come off, but save original to replace when selling.
673241
Since the strap goes around the neck and across the chest it is unlikely that the camera could be removed with out taking it off the strap. The system of buckles and strap in the area of the camera would be difficult to cut through to get the camera off the strap and, since this strap screws on to the camera tripod mount it would take several turns to get the camera loose that way. I can't speak for the cleverest pick pocket, but I would think most would look for easier pickings.
1731016
Yes, the shoulder strap is removable. This is a very well designed case in every way
657143
No, the hip belts can't be removed, but they can be secured (fold the padded portions flat and then wrap the adjustable belt straps around them in opposite directions and snap the clip fastener) so that they lay flat. I believe that you will find them in that configuration when you get the pack - it's been a while, so I may not be remembering correctly. I did just try this on my pack and I can secure the belt as described.
2087048
Yes the weights are removable. You can place them in different slots and also remove them to launder the vest.
961517
Honesty, I don't know. I cut off the waist strap because it seemed silly and was in the way. I have had the backpack for over a year and have gotten good use out of it. So far, so good.
2273340
The weights are removable. I bought the vest for my wife and she wears it for her daily walk. One tip - don't tighten the waist strap tightly because you want the weight bearing on the shoulders to benefit the spine.
2190711
No, the pouches are stitched in place and cannot be removed. In this particular case, I was not looking for any adaptability so the fixed pouches are perfect for this rig. The arrangement/placement of the pouches maximizes their usability and therefore seems to work very well.
266687
I'm not sure if the straps are completely removable but I know that you can use the lap straps alone.