Split keyboard/trackball for use while standing and hands at sides?

Question

My right-fingers feel a little funny after using a keyboard that is in front of my body--sitting and standing at various keyboard-heights produces the same results. I would like to try something that can be described as a side-holstered split keyboard. Has anyone seen anything like that? I'd like to have my hands hang down naturally, but still type and control a cursor.

SubGenius · Accepted Answer

I did see a recent build on the mechanical keyboard subreddit where someone built exactly what you describe, with an Ergodox.
I have nerve damage in my hands from an accident and recently switched to a Kinesis Advantage 2. It's been amazing for me. Not exactly what you're looking for, but I got it after extensive research and it seems to be the best keyboard to get if you have RSI/injuries.
Kinesis has several split models too that are cheaper, maybe you could build a side-holstered version if you got one of those.

CharlesMote · Answer

You probably want to check out the ultimate hacker keyboard (UHK) https://ultimatehackingkeyboard.com/, particularly the Blog section https://ultimatehackingkeyboard.com/blog and search for "UHK ninja belt" in the post from 2020-03-18.

thecrumb · Answer

Lots of split options out there. I think the trick would be in fabricating something to hold them in the position you want.