I'm considering purchasing one of the Black Rapid straps and am trying to decide if it is suitable for me. I've read some reviews and they seem to be well liked and comfortable all-day. I'd like one for general camera carrying while hiking but also I'd like to be able to use it while skiing (cross-country, not downhill). For that reason I'm thinking one of the "sport" models with the bumper that can "lock" the camera behind your back would be more appropriate (to keep the camera out of harms way while skiing).

One question I do have is whether these straps can be worn with a small daypack. Can anyone advise whether they use one of these straps at the same time as a backpack?

Additionally, does anyone know if these straps can be worn over either shoulder, or are they all designed to go over the left shoulder with the camera sitting at the right hip? (I know you can get double-straps, but I'm not interested in carrying two cameras right now...)

Any help with these questions or other usefull information/advice on these (or other similar) straps would be much appreciated!

Stephen