The technology of the present application provides a strap system for carrying a load. The strap system generally comprises a first loop, a second loop and a connector for connecting the first loop and the second loop. The loops may include a shoulder portion for being draped over the shoulder of a user. The strap system may also be adapted to a cargo net by using multiple connectors attached to the corners of the cargo net. The loops are then threaded through multiple connectors. The technology of the present application also provides a method for carrying a load.