a harness for carrying articles comprises a number of straps for article supporting the article during use and storage as well as distributing its weight on a user &# 39 ; s body . the harness includes a neck strap and torso attaching straps which help distribute the article &# 39 ; s weight . a pair of stretchable straps are provided which hold the article against excessive movement . another set of straps independently supports the article when being used .