Smol Community Straps
Welcome to the Smol Community Straps page!
Here you'll find a curated collection of DIY strap solutions, tips, and resources contributed by the SlimeVR community. This guide covers:
- Tracker placement
- Suggested components and materials for making your own straps
- 3D printable buckles
- Complete build guides from the community
- Links to useful resources and product listings
Whether you're looking for inspiration, step-by-step instructions, or looking to see what others have built, this page is your starting point for making comfortable, reliable straps for your Smol Slimes.
Table Of Contents
Tracker Placement
Components Guide
Here is a list of useful items for making your own straps.
Band
GoPro Chest Strap + Adapter for case
Image is taken from this Aliexpress listing
Provides robust chest tracker mounting.
It can be found by Chest Strap Mount Belt for GoPro.
Compression Knee Brace
Original idea and photo by Dean Ravencrest dot dog.
A solution for thigh tracker slipping.
Elastic Band With Non-slip Webbing
Enhanced grip compared to regular bands.
Can be found by Elastic Band With Non-slip Webbing.
3D Printable Buckles
| Image | Name | Author | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Dovetail Strap Latch 30mm 40mm 50mm SlimeVR Buckles | MoDErahN | Thingiverse |
|
Brackles V2 30/38/50mm for elastic straps | RDTiel | Thingiverse |
 by Astrlx.webp)
|
SlimeVR Straps Clip Hook Extended (Astrix Remix) | Astrlx | Thingiverse |
|
Stock Slime VR Velcro Strap Quick Clip Hooks by Kurzaq | Kurzaq | Thingiverse |
Full Strap Builds
Depact V1 Smol Strap
Design by Depact
Summary
This setup is extremely minimal. It's recommended to replace the buckle with a good 3D-printed one.
👍 Pros:
- So bare bones that any part can be replaced if needed.
- No sewing required.
- The only tool needed is scissors.
👎 Cons:
- Straps may slide within the buckle.
- Attachment may be less secure.
- May not be as convenient as straps with hook and loop fasteners.
Assembly Steps
- Wrap band around tracker position.
- Cut the band slightly longer than needed to wrap fully around the placement.
- Attach the case and buckles to the band.
Required Components
| Component | Listing Name | Color/Variant | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Buckles with webbing size 32mm, 10pcs pack | 20mm 25mm 32mm~50mm Plastic Hardware Dual Adjustable Side Release Buckles Molle Tatical Backpack Belt Bag Parts Strap Webbing | Webbing Size 32mm, 10pcs | Aliexpress |
| 5m of 30mm Elastic Band with Non-slip Silicone Webbing | Meetee 2/5/10Meters Elastic Band 20-50mm Non-slip Webbing For Belt Garment Wave Silicone Ribbon DIY Clothes Sewing Accessories | EB312-Black-30mm, 5Meters | Aliexpress |
| GoPro Chest Strap | Chest Strap Mount Belt for Gopro Hero 9 8 7 6 5 4 Insta360 R X2 DJI OSMO Action Camera Harness for Go Pro SJCAM EKEN Accessories | Black | Aliexpress |
Depact V2 Smol Strap
Design by Depact
Summary
Same bare bone and modular approach as V1, but needs needle and thread on top. Buckle recommended to replace with good 3D printed one.
👍 Pros:
- So bare-bones that any part can be replaced if needed.
- A little sewing is required, but there's a high tolerance for error.
- Minimal tools needed: scissors and a needle.
👎 Cons:
- May not be as convenient as straps with hook-and-loop fasteners.
Assembly Steps
- Wrap band around tracker position.
- Cut band slightly longer than needed to wrap around.
- Put the case and the buckles on the band.
- Sew one end of the buckle to the band.
- Now make loop keeper.
- Cut one piece of band per strap, slightly shorter than three times the band's width, so the loop sits snugly when sewn.
- Wrap this piece snugly around the strap to secure both the strap and the loose tail extending from the unsewn buckle.
- Sew the loop keeper, being careful not to sew it to the strap.
Additional links
Required Components
| Component | Listing Name | Color/Variant | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belt Buckles with webbing size 32mm, 10pcs pack | 20mm 25mm 32mm~50mm Plastic Hardware Dual Adjustable Side Release Buckles Molle Tatical Backpack Belt Bag Parts Strap Webbing | Webbing Size 32mm, 10pcs | Aliexpress |
| 5m of 30mm Elastic Band with Non-slip Silicone Webbing | Meetee 2/5/10Meters Elastic Band 20-50mm Non-slip Webbing For Belt Garment Wave Silicone Ribbon DIY Clothes Sewing Accessories | EB312-Black-30mm, 5Meters | Aliexpress |
| GoPro Chest Strap | Chest Strap Mount Belt for Gopro Hero 9 8 7 6 5 4 Insta360 R X2 DJI OSMO Action Camera Harness for Go Pro SJCAM EKEN Accessories | Black | Aliexpress |
| Needle and thread | Common in DIY and specialized shops |
Contributing
Want to share your own DIY strap design, tip, or resource?
We welcome community contributions!
- How to contribute:
- Open a pull request on the SlimeVR Docs GitHub repository.
- Or, suggest changes and share your ideas in the SlimeVR Discord -> Suggestions on strap improvements channel.
When contributing, please include clear photos, a description, and any relevant links or files. Your contribution helps others build better, more accessible VR experiences!
Created by Shine Bright ✨ and Depact