Abstract: A strap assembly for a weed trimmer or similar tool designed to minimize or eliminate the strain associated with lifting and lowering the tool includes a pair of bungee cords each having two opposing ends. The first ends of the cords are coupled with a ring which is removably securable to a hook assembly mounted to the shaft of the weed trimmer. The cord is passed back and forth through a bracket and forms a loop allowing the length of each cord to be varied. Each loop is secured to an end of a shoulder pad. The design assures that the weight of the trimmer is supported by the strap assembly as opposed to the user's arms or wrists, regardless of the position of the trimmer.