I used mine yesterday when the Red Arrows visited. The strap was used for the first time as I had to walk about 1/2 mile to get to the vantage point. The strap may look a bit flimsy where it attaches but it's very strong material. I'd say the two small screws holding the metal attachment loops to the lens are more flimsy.
Following the aircraft was a piece of cake, much easier than following birds. The active focus worked a treat, keeping everything in focus both panning and head-on. I'd set the ISO to 400 in order to catch the action but I think I could have gone down to 200 without problems. About half way through the show my arms started to ache a little but with a few exercises I think this won't be a problem. Thanks to Avi and Andy for the suggestions that the lens would be long enough for the aircraft, in fact it proved perfect.
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