Flowcine xSPINE Vest, xBONE CF, and Front Mount

The xSPINE Vest from Flowcine is the world’s first universal vest made for all kinds of camera operators in mind, made for versatility and moveability. The xSPINE can currently be used for Steadicam™ operation both as front and back mount in various configurations. It also allows the operator to mount a gimbal support system such as the GLINK. There will be more mounting options and accessories down the road as well. The xSPINE is a low-weight, 8.6 lb vest designed to be as comfortable and rigid as possible. The pads include a dual layered air mesh system with air channels, enabling good ventilation while at the same the memory foam makes the vest very comfortable to wear. All parts are made with strong carbon fiber and/or low-weight aluminum, creating a rigid cage that equally distributes the carried payload in the best way possible.

All main sections such as front, back and sides can be detached with quick release pins, to allow the vest to be packed down in a very slim format. All parts are also fully adjustable for different operator sizes. The curved carbon fiber bars in the front keeps the chest region free to ease breathing, also making it an excellent choice for all body size operators. The xSPINE incorporates dual locked ladder strap adjustments in the front, quickly enabling the operator to adjust settings on the fly, and be able to open up or close any side of the vest. The buckles are designed so no accidental opening can be performed, while still allowing the operator to open them safely even while carrying payload to perform adjustments or corrections while resting. The extra wide straps keep the vest as rigid as possible while maintaining an easy procedure for opening and closing the vest. The xSPINE ships in a soft bag that has room for the vest and the optional xBONE CF. There is also a hard Peli case for rougher travel as an accessory.

Camera operators who would like to attach a stabilization arm to their xSPINE vest can do so via this xBONE CF Back Mount from Flowcine, which extends a standard universal socket block to the shooter’s left or right. This enables it to be connected to a variety of support arms, including models from GPI Pro, Tiffen, or the xARM from Flowcine.

The arm can slide down on the vest’s back rails to create a lower center of gravity, and its distance from the hip can be tweaked for optimal balance, depending on the camera operator’s preference. With its adjustable height and ambidextrous design, the xBONE CF can be customized to be used by multiple shooters as it is passed between the A, B, and C cameras.