12-23-2012, 09:08 PM
Quote:Surely you just need one strap? It goes around the handle then over your left shoulder. You keep your hand around the handle but your shoulder takes the weight. Then if the shield was needed quickly you just grip the handle and you can lift it into position. If need be it can be looped over the right should to move it behind you.
The above one just looks like there's more bits to break.
I carried it as you describe. That method works well for the first 3 miles and then my shoulder started getting tired. Also you use a good bit of energy keeping the scutum from hitting you legs also. Its far more efficient to carry it like a back pack.
