You've spent your hard earned money on the best optics you can afford and now you're ready to take them out into the field. If you're like me, you want them fully protected from the elements you will expose them to as you chase your quarry. Keeping your glass free of debris and moisture can be a chore if you don't have the right tool for the job!
Bino harnesses come in a large array of styles; from minimalist 2 oz strings with clips to chest mounted backpacks. These options allow us to have as little or as much gear readily accessible at any point during the hunt.
Enter the Outdoor Vision Ridgetop™ Bino Harness. The main body is made from a water-resistant material called SilentHyde™. There is padding sewn between the fabric for added protection and it truly is silent. A pull tab located on the top of the main compartment makes for easy, one-handed operation of getting your binos out quickly. The forward folding lid pivots about ¾ of the way up the body and locks into place via magnets concealed in the front panel. It has one zippered pocket on the front and two elastic mesh retention pockets on either side.
The Ridgetop’s design is a perfect blend of function and simplicity. The no-bulk layout allows you to keep a few items at the ready, but not be in the way. The harness system allows you to set the main compartment high and tight on your chest. The ¾” webbing with ITW buckles and sliders are solid. The back panel conforms well to the back and shoulders allowing for even pressure. This bodes well for all day comfort!
Personally, I prefer to have a few items on my chest rather than in my pockets: diaphragm calls, back-up windicator, chap stick, spare battery for RF, and maybe an open reed call. As such, I look for a harness that has at least one pocket with quick access to these items. I can easily fit my items into the front pocket and one side pocket, allowing for something extra in the other side if need be.
After adding the items into the front/side pouch with 10x42 binos inside:
I also need quick access to my rangefinder, which eliminates the use of a zippered pocket. I cannot afford to be fumbling with a loud zipper with two hands to find my RF. It has to be a smooth 1-hand operation, always! The Sightline™ Rangefinder Pouch from Outdoor Vision addresses my needs perfectly. The no frills design does exactly what it should; it holds your rangefinder in place and give easy access. The retention system locks closed with a magnet and locks open with a magnet. It is rigid enough to keep its shape, and fits my Vortex Ranger 1500 perfectly.
Bino harnesses come in a large array of styles; from minimalist 2 oz strings with clips to chest mounted backpacks. These options allow us to have as little or as much gear readily accessible at any point during the hunt.
Enter the Outdoor Vision Ridgetop™ Bino Harness. The main body is made from a water-resistant material called SilentHyde™. There is padding sewn between the fabric for added protection and it truly is silent. A pull tab located on the top of the main compartment makes for easy, one-handed operation of getting your binos out quickly. The forward folding lid pivots about ¾ of the way up the body and locks into place via magnets concealed in the front panel. It has one zippered pocket on the front and two elastic mesh retention pockets on either side.
The Ridgetop’s design is a perfect blend of function and simplicity. The no-bulk layout allows you to keep a few items at the ready, but not be in the way. The harness system allows you to set the main compartment high and tight on your chest. The ¾” webbing with ITW buckles and sliders are solid. The back panel conforms well to the back and shoulders allowing for even pressure. This bodes well for all day comfort!
Personally, I prefer to have a few items on my chest rather than in my pockets: diaphragm calls, back-up windicator, chap stick, spare battery for RF, and maybe an open reed call. As such, I look for a harness that has at least one pocket with quick access to these items. I can easily fit my items into the front pocket and one side pocket, allowing for something extra in the other side if need be.
After adding the items into the front/side pouch with 10x42 binos inside:
I also need quick access to my rangefinder, which eliminates the use of a zippered pocket. I cannot afford to be fumbling with a loud zipper with two hands to find my RF. It has to be a smooth 1-hand operation, always! The Sightline™ Rangefinder Pouch from Outdoor Vision addresses my needs perfectly. The no frills design does exactly what it should; it holds your rangefinder in place and give easy access. The retention system locks closed with a magnet and locks open with a magnet. It is rigid enough to keep its shape, and fits my Vortex Ranger 1500 perfectly.
