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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED

02/11/2016 12:13:41 AM · #26

Originally posted by Neil:

Right...my wife would totally go for that...NOT. :)

Second that!

Actually, I'm considering that there may well be other good options to the "quick access" issue. I hiked in Maui with friends, and one of them carried a small backpack, but kept his camera with the mounted lens at the ready using a Black Rapid strap. He seemed to like the way that worked. We did 800 vertical feet up, then back down (total of 4 miles of trail) in about 2.5 hours, so not a smokin' pace, but that's with time along the way for photos. That's what put me on the fast track to identifying a suitable pack ;-)

Neil

Fujifilm X-T30

02/11/2016 12:37:57 AM · #27

Originally posted by kirbic:

Originally posted by Neil:
Right...my wife would totally go for that...NOT. :)

Second that!

Actually, I'm considering that there may well be other good options to the "quick access" issue. I hiked in Maui with friends, and one of them carried a small backpack, but kept his camera with the mounted lens at the ready using a Black Rapid strap. He seemed to like the way that worked. We did 800 vertical feet up, then back down (total of 4 miles of trail) in about 2.5 hours, so not a smokin' pace, but that's with time along the way for photos. That's what put me on the fast track to identifying a suitable pack ;-)

I like the Black Rapid type straps, but they do swing around and are less good if you need to climb or bend. I used the Cotton Carrier when I hiked in the Canyons.

It may be your lucky day...at least to save money on what looks like a very nice pack with side access!

Deal of the day: Ruby 33 Tech for $49.95!!!! ($90 off). Looks worth a try!

Message edited by author 2016-02-11 00:38:11.

Canon RF 100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

02/11/2016 03:01:50 PM · #28

That is really inexpensive and it looks like it could be a well-built pack, but it looks like a general-purpose pack with provision for a little camera equipment. I'm certainly looking for something that is very photo-centric, and what I'm seeing is that the sturdier packs generally don't have a quick-access point as a feature. After consideration, I think I am willing to give on that desire.
I really, really appreciate all the valuable input in this thread; the DPC community is, IMO, second to none in that regard. I think I've narrowed it down to two of the Tamrac Anvil bags, just need to figure out which and pull the trigger.

theluissales

Canon EOS R7

02/11/2016 05:53:25 PM · #29

If you need more ideas, take a look at Peak Design . They have several products for carrying the camera around. I use their CapturePro, Clutch and Slide which, contrary to Black Rapid (which I also have) doesn't swing around. Good quality products.

They also came up recently with the Everyday Messenger, although this one is a little pricey compared to other bags you've already checked.

By the way, all my bags are LowePro. Those are the best for me... :)

Message edited by author 2016-02-11 17:54:20.

02/12/2016 08:47:43 AM · #30

Interesting... I was not aware of Peak Design. I really like the thought they have obviously put into their products. I will definitely look closely at them as I consider what I want to do for a strap. The Everyday Messenger looks like a great bag for its intended use, but is smaller than what I am looking at.