Abstract: A carrier system includes a carrier base that defines a carrier footprint. A first carrier support member extends from an outer side surface on the carrier base, and includes a first user engagement member that is located outside of the carrier footprint. A second carrier support member extends from the carrier base from a location on the carrier base that is opposite the outer side surface from the first carrier support member, and includes a second user engagement member. The engagement of the first user engagement member with a hand of a user and the engagement of the second user engagement member with a portion of an arm of the user that includes the hand provides for support of the carrier base with the hand located outside of the carrier footprint, which has been found to reduce arm strain and provide a more natural carrying position for the user.