Cheap DIY Jerkstopper Alternative for Photoshoot Tethering Cable Management

In this video I'm going to show you how to make a cheap (in my case FREE) Do-It-Yourself DIY solution that rivals one of the many Jerkstopper cable products from Tether Tools.

When doing tethered photoshooting in-studio and especially remotely, a cable connecting your laptop to your camera can be a tripping hazard. These cables can also sometimes come loose or disconnected during a shoot, resulting in an incomplete session. Well, in case of an accident, or in my case, a potentially wobbly or less-secure connection, it's sometimes important to have a device that can reduce the stress on the camera's USB or HDMI port itself, and also allow for a more secure connection to eliminate any disconnects. Some may opt to purchase one of the many JerkStopper tools from Tether Tools. However, I opted for this simple DIY/homemade solution which secures cable connection to the camera, and was completely free for me (or less than a couple of dollars) if you don't already have a key ring. This solution is nothing more than a zip tie and a key ring with a spring-loaded locking clasp. That's it! It's cheap, simple, and effective.

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So whether you're doing tethering and using Adobe Lightroom Classic, Capture One from Phase One, Smartshooter from Tether Tools, or any other software that connects your camera to your computer, this small DIY tip can enhance the connection security of your cable for little or no cost.

0:00 - Intro
1:10 - Why Is a Jerkstopper Helpful?
2:49 - What Do You Need for this DIY Jerkstopper Solution?
3:30 - Where to Buy the Key Ring?
4:50 - Where to Attach the Key Ring?
6:39 - Attaching the Key Ring
8:39 - Final Thoughts

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MENTIONED PRODUCTS
Swivel Clasp Snap Hook Clasp (50 pcs): https://amzn.to/364Hv6c
Jerkstopper by Tether Tools: https://amzn.to/2UiSs0Y
JerkStopper Tethering Kit by Tether Tools with Clip-On for Aero: https://amzn.to/3622SVF
TetherBlock by TetherTools: https://amzn.to/2SE6jid

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