Center Compression Strap
Ships from Bonner, Montana
NOTE: We've had to update the g-hooks we use. They may have a tight fit on packs purchased before Oct. 2025 - let us know if you run into any issues.
- Description
- Specs
- Shipping
- Warranty
Center Compression Straps for your Shrike or Sassafras are available in two styles and multiple lengths to help dial in your pack. Opt for shorter straps for smaller loads to avoid excess webbing dangling off your pack, and to minimize weight.
Style A: This is the default style used on the Shrike and Sassafras V4. It mounts to your pack with a g-hook on the bottom and clips to the haul loop or Style A y-strap with a plastic buckle at the top. The plastic hardware is easier to adjust than the metal g-hook on Style B. The Style A center strap may be used with the Sassafras V3 only if you also swap out the Y-strap for the Style A Y-strap), but you will not be able to clip it to the haul loop.
Style B: This is the default style used on the Sassafras V3. It mounts to your pack with a g-hook on the bottom and clips to the haul loop or Style B y-strap with an adjustable g-hook at the top. While the metal g-hooks are more durable than the plastic adjusters on Style A, they are more difficult to adjust and wear out the webbing more quickly.
Style A Weight
- 6": 4.6g | 0.16 oz
- 12": 5.7g | 0.20 oz
- 15": 6.2g | 0.22 oz
- 24": 7.9g | 0.28 oz
Style B Weight:
- 6": 4.6g | 0.16 oz
- 12": 5.6g | 0.20 oz
- 15": 6.4g | 0.23 oz
- 24": 8.0g | 0.28 oz
Lengths:
- ~6": Preferred option for packs in 'vest mode'. Forgo the y-strap and connect this directly to your haul loop.
- ~12": The default strap used on the Shrike. Will fit a fully loaded Shrike when used with a y-strap.
- ~15": A good mid-range option for the Sassafras when you're not really using the extension collar much.
- ~24": The default strap used on the Sassafras. Will fit a maxed out Sassafras.
Compatibility:
- -Works with the Shrike and Sassafras V3 (versions: 3.0, 3.1, 3.2) when using the matching style y-strap.
- -Style A will not connect directly to the haul loop on the Sassafras, but will work with a Style A y-strap on a Sassafras.
Shipping Information
While most orders ship out within 1 - 3 business days, please allow up to one week for us to ship your order. This gives us some scheduling flexibility for getting out on the trail!*
*If you select seam sealing services with your purchase, please allow a few extra days for us to seal the item(s) and ship your order.
Domestic
We use USPS and UPS for domestic shipping.
(sorry, we're unable to offer shipping by UPS at this time)
| USPS Ground Advantage | USPS Priority | USPS Letter (Free) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Any weight | Any weight | Any weight | Stickers & DCF Patches only |
| Expected transit time (business days) |
2 - 5 | 3 - 6 | 2 - 4 | 2 - 6 |
| Tracking? (check your spam folder) |
Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Notes:
- We may upgrade your shipping method from Ground Advantage to Priority Mail at our discretion and at no extra cost to you.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see top of page) or any posted lead times.
- No UPS shipments to PO Boxes, please; select USPS to ship to your PO Box.
International
We offer shipping via UPS and the US Postal Service (USPS) to the following locations:
- Australia
- Canada
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Europe (excluding Ukraine & Belarus)
- Hong Kong
- Japan
- Mexico
- New Zealand
- Panama
- Peru
- United Kingdom
| UPS Expedited |
USPS Priority |
USPS First-Class Package |
USPS First Class Mail (letter) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restrictions | -- | -- | order value < $400 | Stickers & DCF Patches only |
| Expected transit time (business days) |
2 - 5 | 6 - 10 | varies by destination (often 10 - 25) |
varies by destination |
| Tracking? (check your spam folder) |
yes | USPS Tracking (may be limited after leaving US) | USPS Tracking (may be limited after leaving US) | No |
Notes:
- International shipping fees do not include import duties and fees which may be due upon delivery. We will not mismark values on customs forms.
- In rare cases when the calculated shipping rate significantly differs from the actual rate, we may revise the shipping rate and refund or bill you (with your approval) accordingly.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see the top of the page) or any posted lead times. It's not unusual for parcels to be delayed in customs and this is out of our control.
- Shipments made by USPS will hand over to your country's postal system at Customs; tracking may be limited after the handoff.
- International shipping is via FOB Bonner, Montana terms. This means YAMA Mountain Gear is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen packages. If you run into a problem with your shipment, please let us know and we'll try to help. Ultimately, however, the customer bears the risk should something go wrong with shipping.
Warranty
We take pride in the quality of our products. Should you, the original owner, ever have a problem with your YAMA brand product due to a defect in workmanship, please contact us to arrange a repair or replacement. The warranty does not cover damage due to accidents, normal wear and tear, or misuse, and the buyer is responsible for all shipping costs and risk of loss or damage during shipment. Repairs not covered by the warranty can usually be performed for a reasonable fee.
YAMA will do its best to address warranty repairs and replacements in a timely manner; however, be aware that YAMA may close periodically, sometimes for extended periods (we need to get out on the trail sometimes!). During these times, if you have a warranty issue, send us an email, and we'll reply as soon as we can. Reasonable efforts will be made to resolve the issue quickly, but in some cases, you will have to wait until the shop reopens.
Please see the product description for any product-specific warranty policies.
YAMA Labs products, and products purchased in the 'Closeouts' section of the store, are not covered by the warranty unless otherwise stated.
Description
Center Compression Straps for your Shrike or Sassafras are available in two styles and multiple lengths to help dial in your pack. Opt for shorter straps for smaller loads to avoid excess webbing dangling off your pack, and to minimize weight.
Style A: This is the default style used on the Shrike and Sassafras V4. It mounts to your pack with a g-hook on the bottom and clips to the haul loop or Style A y-strap with a plastic buckle at the top. The plastic hardware is easier to adjust than the metal g-hook on Style B. The Style A center strap may be used with the Sassafras V3 only if you also swap out the Y-strap for the Style A Y-strap), but you will not be able to clip it to the haul loop.
Style B: This is the default style used on the Sassafras V3. It mounts to your pack with a g-hook on the bottom and clips to the haul loop or Style B y-strap with an adjustable g-hook at the top. While the metal g-hooks are more durable than the plastic adjusters on Style A, they are more difficult to adjust and wear out the webbing more quickly.
Specs
Style A Weight
- 6": 4.6g | 0.16 oz
- 12": 5.7g | 0.20 oz
- 15": 6.2g | 0.22 oz
- 24": 7.9g | 0.28 oz
Style B Weight:
- 6": 4.6g | 0.16 oz
- 12": 5.6g | 0.20 oz
- 15": 6.4g | 0.23 oz
- 24": 8.0g | 0.28 oz
Lengths:
- ~6": Preferred option for packs in 'vest mode'. Forgo the y-strap and connect this directly to your haul loop.
- ~12": The default strap used on the Shrike. Will fit a fully loaded Shrike when used with a y-strap.
- ~15": A good mid-range option for the Sassafras when you're not really using the extension collar much.
- ~24": The default strap used on the Sassafras. Will fit a maxed out Sassafras.
Compatibility:
- -Works with the Shrike and Sassafras V3 (versions: 3.0, 3.1, 3.2) when using the matching style y-strap.
- -Style A will not connect directly to the haul loop on the Sassafras, but will work with a Style A y-strap on a Sassafras.
Shipping
Shipping Information
While most orders ship out within 1 - 3 business days, please allow up to one week for us to ship your order. This gives us some scheduling flexibility for getting out on the trail!*
*If you select seam sealing services with your purchase, please allow a few extra days for us to seal the item(s) and ship your order.
Domestic
We use USPS and UPS for domestic shipping.
(sorry, we're unable to offer shipping by UPS at this time)
| USPS Ground Advantage | USPS Priority | USPS Letter (Free) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | Any weight | Any weight | Any weight | Stickers & DCF Patches only |
| Expected transit time (business days) |
2 - 5 | 3 - 6 | 2 - 4 | 2 - 6 |
| Tracking? (check your spam folder) |
Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Notes:
- We may upgrade your shipping method from Ground Advantage to Priority Mail at our discretion and at no extra cost to you.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see top of page) or any posted lead times.
- No UPS shipments to PO Boxes, please; select USPS to ship to your PO Box.
International
We offer shipping via UPS and the US Postal Service (USPS) to the following locations:
- Australia
- Canada
- Chile
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Europe (excluding Ukraine & Belarus)
- Hong Kong
- Japan
- Mexico
- New Zealand
- Panama
- Peru
- United Kingdom
| UPS Expedited |
USPS Priority |
USPS First-Class Package |
USPS First Class Mail (letter) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restrictions | -- | -- | order value < $400 | Stickers & DCF Patches only |
| Expected transit time (business days) |
2 - 5 | 6 - 10 | varies by destination (often 10 - 25) |
varies by destination |
| Tracking? (check your spam folder) |
yes | USPS Tracking (may be limited after leaving US) | USPS Tracking (may be limited after leaving US) | No |
Notes:
- International shipping fees do not include import duties and fees which may be due upon delivery. We will not mismark values on customs forms.
- In rare cases when the calculated shipping rate significantly differs from the actual rate, we may revise the shipping rate and refund or bill you (with your approval) accordingly.
- Transit time is not guaranteed and does not include the time it takes us to prepare your order for shipment (see the top of the page) or any posted lead times. It's not unusual for parcels to be delayed in customs and this is out of our control.
- Shipments made by USPS will hand over to your country's postal system at Customs; tracking may be limited after the handoff.
- International shipping is via FOB Bonner, Montana terms. This means YAMA Mountain Gear is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen packages. If you run into a problem with your shipment, please let us know and we'll try to help. Ultimately, however, the customer bears the risk should something go wrong with shipping.
Warranty
Warranty
We take pride in the quality of our products. Should you, the original owner, ever have a problem with your YAMA brand product due to a defect in workmanship, please contact us to arrange a repair or replacement. The warranty does not cover damage due to accidents, normal wear and tear, or misuse, and the buyer is responsible for all shipping costs and risk of loss or damage during shipment. Repairs not covered by the warranty can usually be performed for a reasonable fee.
YAMA will do its best to address warranty repairs and replacements in a timely manner; however, be aware that YAMA may close periodically, sometimes for extended periods (we need to get out on the trail sometimes!). During these times, if you have a warranty issue, send us an email, and we'll reply as soon as we can. Reasonable efforts will be made to resolve the issue quickly, but in some cases, you will have to wait until the shop reopens.
Please see the product description for any product-specific warranty policies.
YAMA Labs products, and products purchased in the 'Closeouts' section of the store, are not covered by the warranty unless otherwise stated.