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Stern Link with Fidlock Quick Release Magnetic Sternum Strap - Secure Adjustable Durable and Comfortable Perfect for Hiking, Commuting, and Travel - Compatible with Most Backpacks

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About this item

  • The Quick Release Magnetic Sternum Strap is a revolutionary accessory for backpackers and hikers, designed to provide a secure and adjustable fit for your backpack.
  • Thanks to its Fidlock V-Buckle 20 black flap + pull tab magnetic buckle and easy-to-use release tab, this strap allows you to quickly and effortlessly put on or remove your backpack while on the move.
  • Made with premium quality materials, the strap is both durable and comfortable, ensuring a snug fit that won't rub or chafe your skin, even during extended wear.
  • Whether you're exploring rough terrain or commuting to work, this strap will keep your backpack securely in place, reducing strain and fatigue on your shoulders and back.
  • Compatible with most backpacks, the Quick Release Magnetic Sternum Strap is an essential accessory for anyone who values convenience, comfort, and reliability when carrying a backpack.



Product Description

8TIMBER Stern Link on backpack

Adjustable sliders to attach to most backpacks

8TIMBER Stern Link disconnected

Instant, one handed release

8TIMBER Stern Link pulltab

Easy and secure magnetic attachment

8TIMBER Stern Link close up
Product Details
  • featuring the Fidlock V-Buckle
  • Applicable to most backpacks
  • Adjustable length [8"-16 ½"]
Product Specifications

L 8-16 ½" x W ¾" x H ⅛"

0.1 lb

premium webbing, Fidlock V-Buckle, plastic tri-glides, silicone pull tab

Product Description

Why would you trust a 50-cent strap on your high-end backpack? Most backpacks come with a sternum strap, but few match the quality of the 8TIMBER Stern Link. Our premier sternum strap allows for instantaneous one-hand closure and release. The Fidlock V-Buckle is made of high-grade metal and features magnetic attachment to eliminate any fumbling with your strap.

one-handed release and attachment icon

simple one-handed release and access

webbing adjuster icon

versatile installation

8TIMBER pull tab icon

8TIMBER silicone pull tab

magnetic icon

magnetic attachment

8TIMBER Stern Link collage
8TIMBER Stern Link Guide infographic

Mark Rodman
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2025
the Stern Link is easy to use, well made, and reliable. It save your fingers from frostbite because you don't have to remove your gloves to engage and disengage.
Vic
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2025
This chest strap for backpacks is a very good quality product, innovative and convenient. Differentiated from another articles in Amazon that looks cheap quality, this strap is great quality, nice looking and very practical.
Vatic Pillars
Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2024
So far, so good. Been using this strap on my Tomtoc backpack for a little over a week now. The magnetic buckle is really nice. Super secure. Fastens securely into the ring loops on shoulder straps. Fits nicely too. I’m able to expand it to accommodate my wider frame too. I haven’t used it on a long trip or a flight yet (just a short weekend trip and day to day use) so I’m not sure how everything will hold up in that scenario. But, I imagine it will be fine given the durability of the parts and overall construction. Definitely worth shelling out a little more money (though, I think the price should be a little lower) instead of risking going with something less expensive and flimsier.
smoke11
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2024
I put this on a backpack that I use for work travel. This sternum strap is an impressive piece of equipment. Works as advertised. The magnet clamp is solid and the fast release is outstanding. Worth the extra money.
Jonathan Klein
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2024
Yes, this sternum strap is expensive. In fact, it might cost a third or more of the price of the pack you're installing it on. However, if you're like me you might have some excellent higher end packs that either don't have a sternum strap or don't have a very good one. This product can transform those packs! The magnetic quick release function works like magic, and once you try it, it's hard to go back to any other buckle. This system is much more intuitive than any other magnetic latch I've tried, and it won't accidentally reconnect with the bag off body like others that also use magnets. I rotate through a lot of packs and I don't like reinstalling these, so I've now ordered 3 of these to keep on my packs in the rotation. Highly recommended!
Martin B.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2024
Installed it on my Tumi Backpack which did not come with a sternum strap. Great quality, buckle works fantastically. Well worth the money.
I. kho
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
If it holds up, it will be well worth the money.I got this for my child's backpack. The chest strap on the current backpack was not easy for a young child to undo and closing it often resulted in pinching, so it wasn't used and the backpack often slipped off 1 or more shoulders, dragging on the ground.....This, at it shortest setting, fit my 4 year old perfectly. Now getting the backpack on and off is sonething my child can do independently. There are other ones that wrap around the shoulder strap that do not have 1in molle strap for this to attach to. This one was able to be attached to the existing shoulder straps so the other wasn't needed.It it a bit spendy compared to the cost of a child's backpack, but it is removable and extendable, so if it is durable, it will easily transfer to my child's future backpacks, if that happens, it will be well worth it.I did some stress testing and it did seem sturdy enough to endure elementary school life. But the joy my child had putting it together and seperating it independently was immeasurable. My child was happy to share it didn't pinch.Currently my only "complaint" is lack of color options and that is reason for 4 stars rather than 5I would give it a 4.5. Black is a great go-to color but lacks individuality. But I get this isn't being marketed for kid use, so maybe bright orange or desert camo are not profitable.
Triman
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2023
I carry a heavy computer backpack daily and it was constantly slipping off my shoulder. This add on chest strap solved the problem. It slid onto back pack shoulder strap below the padding. Cinching the straps closer together and also helping to reposition the center of gravity. What is nice about this product is the closure. It is magnetic and designed to stay secure but yet easily release with one hand when needed. Love it. The only caveat I have is this is designed for one inch width straps, wider will not fit. But otherwise super satisfied.