Cannot get carry-bag straps sitting right, any Sun Mountain X-strap owners?

eagon06 · August 3, 2020

Got a Sun Mountain 2.5 with X strap and I cannot get the bag to sit right. Maybe I'm overthinking it, but shouldn't the straps both be even length and come over the front of your shoulders quite a bit more than the back? I'm having trouble achieving this while getting the bag to rest at an upward angle and sit on the small of my back.

Does anyone w an X-strap have a photo so I can see the lengths of how yours are positioned? I know they come setup to fit an average person but I immediately started messing with them and cannot get it comfortable now.

brew4eagle · August 3, 2020

When looking at the bag with the spine pockets facing you, I've found that the bottom right strap connection point is the one that is key to get the fit right. This point seems to have the most impact on the angle that the bag sits. Adjust that point and then the one above it (top, right) to move the bag up higher on your back. The adjustable points available to you while the straps are on your shoulder should be adjusted last for fine tuning which part of the strap sits on your shoulder. Make the adjustments about 1 inch at a time to not overshoot the best setup.

Shakester · August 4, 2020

It’s easier to loosen than to pull on it. I usually start by tighten the straps with an empty bag. Then I load the bag up and just start loosening until it feels right.

eagon06 · August 4, 2020

Thanks guys, I got it to a somewhat decent feel. It seems as if the pad is still too far left of my back however. Might just shell out the $27 for the EZ Strap from them.