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Quick Strap Lite: DIY Removable Velcro Flash Strap

A removable, non-destructive DIY velcro flash strap inspired by the Honlphoto Speed Strap. Now you can stick stuff to your flash without gluing velcro onto it. This version is easier to manage and cheaper to make. It's strong enough for most modifiers, but nowhere near as strong as the original version. Disclaimers: the adhesive can melt onto your flash at extreme temperatures. Buy Honlphoto's version if you need high temperature use or greater durability.
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  • Start with 3/4" hook and loop tape (Velcro brand used here)

    Start with 3/4" hook and loop tape (Velcro brand used here)

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Tennis racket grip tape provides lots of traction. This pack makes 9 straps with this recipe. I used yellow this time for contrast, but it's available in many different colors, including black for those who want to look more "pro".

    Tennis racket grip tape provides lots of traction. This pack makes 9 straps with this recipe. I used yellow this time for contrast, but it's available in many different colors, including black for those who want to look more "pro".

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Cut off the tapered part of the grip tape

    Cut off the tapered part of the grip tape

    DIYflashremovablescissorsstrapvelcro

  • Make sure that there is enough grip tape to wrap around the flash, overlapping the width. For the Canon 550EX, that's 12 inches. Most flashes will be shorter. Adjust the subsequent directions accordingly.

    Make sure that there is enough grip tape to wrap around the flash, overlapping the width. For the Canon 550EX, that's 12 inches. Most flashes will be shorter. Adjust the subsequent directions accordingly.

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Cut twelve inch strips of grip tape

    Cut twelve inch strips of grip tape

    DIYflashremovablescissorsstrapvelcro

  • You should get 3x 12" inch strips from one roll of grip tape

    You should get 3x 12" inch strips from one roll of grip tape

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Peel off the clear protective film from the grip tape. This shinier side will face your flash.

    Peel off the clear protective film from the grip tape. This shinier side will face your flash.

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Lay the grip down straight, and with the shiny side down, matte side up

    Lay the grip down straight, and with the shiny side down, matte side up

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Cut 12" strips of hook tape. That's the harder half of velcro

    Cut 12" strips of hook tape. That's the harder half of velcro

    DIYflashremovablescissorsstrapvelcro

  • Stick the loop (softer) velcro tape to the grip tape

    Stick the loop (softer) velcro tape to the grip tape

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Trim off any overhanging tape on either side.

    Trim off any overhanging tape on either side.

    DIYflashremovablescissorsstrapvelcro

  • Cut 2" of hook tape. Set aside for later

    Cut 2" of hook tape. Set aside for later

    DIYflashremovablescissorsstrapvelcro

  • Attach the hook tape to the end of the strip, on the shiny side of the grip tape

    Attach the hook tape to the end of the strip, on the shiny side of the grip tape

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • Starting with the top of the flash, wind the strip around your flash.

    Starting with the top of the flash, wind the strip around your flash.

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

  • The finished strip provides a more manageable amount of grip for your diffusers and gels.

    The finished strip provides a more manageable amount of grip for your diffusers and gels.

    DIYflashremovablestrapvelcro

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