Several reviewers mention this strap system is uncomfortable under the arms. Have some of you found a way around the potential discomfort?
739558
I have not had that problem but I don't wear it all day long. I wear it when I am sewing for maybe 3-5 hours.
739559
It really did not work as I imagined it would, it was uncomfortable but not in the way that would have improved my posture - which is why I purchased it. A product either works or it doesn't, if you have to try to make it work, then it's not really doing the job it claims.
160363
I agree with Carrios and Lyn. I was a little worried about lack of padding, but did not actually find it a problem. I did wish there was a connecting strap across the upper chest sometimes. It still worked very well for two weeks' use in Europe .
1192416
yes it is frustrating. i pull the straps as tight as i can and then pull down on the strap that tightens it. it feels like it is off the track or something. it is my biggest complaint about this seat as i feel i can't get the straps as tight as they should be.
403010
I have not had that particular problem, even though I have a roll of skin. You can make the strap tighter or looser, so if the roll becomes a problem, I would just loosen the strap up. You can always add some velcro, if you need more room. I tend to wear the shouldersback, when I am at home in front of the computer or feel the need for support. Although it can be wore under clothing, I often put it on over a t-shirt at home. The primary thing at this point is to give my back some support, so I don't care what I look like. You can wear it under your shirt when out of the house, if need be.
585686
Yes, that strap is a PAIN! I had to use a straight pin to help me pull it under the cross pin, and a good flashlight! That's the best advice I can give.
1282162
It does not fit tight under your arm. It is more like cross over strap like a handbag would with a strap across your chest. I use mine for work, so I carry it in front of my chest because I have an ID badge with my name onit. I also crry my cell phone, a digital camera, drivers license, credit cards, and single car key.
179390
It isn't difficult to share at all. My husband is 6 foot talk,I am 5 foot 5 inches tall and we wear it the same length, no adjustments needed. I have the under arm strap too. Pop the under arm strap and then pull it over my head and pass it to him. love this strap.
1710812
I had that problem until I adjusted the straps tighter. I was losing weight, so the protector was sliding down. I don't have that issue with the straps pulled in tighter. The interior is foam, so it is a little form fitting.
2147993
I have not had that problem, but I'm not a very big man (40 inch chest). I believe you can get longer elastic straps for the chest monitor. I have seen them before but can't find them now. I hope this helps.
1790794
problems with your arm or problems with the band? You probably need to consult your M.D. or physical therapist. It's a velcro strap so it's easily adjusted to your comfort.
729256
I agree with the others that it helps but does not completely solve the problem. I also got it for padding but returned it as uncomfortable. I am much happier with the Op/Tech products. They are more comfortable and allow me to remove the central shoulder strap part when I don't want that hanging out of my bag.
2237372
I am a 2X and the straps may be long enough but they dig in and irritate the skin. You'll either need to put something between your skin and the strap, or look for another brace. Works well except for the irritation.
99769
The more quickly you move the camera up and down the strap the more likely the strap is to shift on your shoulder. If you try to hang the camera down and the strap isn't secure on your shoulder there is a slight possibly of dropping your rig. The strap makes that impossible. I feel very secure and confident about my gear when I have the under the arm strap attached.
463646
Unfortunately DeSanatis does not put a lining inside the strap. I have personally never found a comfort problem without padding.
692453
I do similar, although my fingers are small enough that I put the middle finger under the middle part of the strap. Obviously, there are many ways to do it and all seem to be comfortable for each user.
253217
Sorry I never replied here -- but here's a link to some photos of the strap setup (scroll down to the bottom of the discussion):http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=440646
684576
Sorry, I can't help you there. Originally I thought I was supposed to use it around the back straps. But they're crossed anyway. Then I thought maybe if there was some way of keeping the straps crossed lower down, the pouch would stay up higher on the front. And the little velcro strap might do that. But it doesn't stay where I want it to be. So I never figured it out.