Originally Posted by: noblezada should I use a strap?

My opinion is yes. I have always practiced with a strap. You do not have to worry about the guitar position or support with anything but your back and I assume you mean by an RG that it is an Ibanez. Agreed that it will be light enough that you kill your back. By hanging by a strap, you can focus on your playing and nothing else.

My opinion.