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10/28/2008 02:55:21 PM · #1 |
Excuse me if there is a thread on this but I couldn't find any. Please redirect me if there is.
I'm going traveling through central America for 6 months and I want a backpack that can hold a body, two lenses, a flash a 2X converter and all my clothes. Does anyone know of a company that makes backpacking bags with room for cameras? I'm starting to think that I'll have to buy this bag- //www.eaglecreek.com/bags_luggage/adventure_travel_packs/Ultimate-Explorer-LT-10050/ -and modify the bottom of it with some aluminum and padding... Unless I can find something else.
Also any traveling advice for down there with cameras would be much appreciated.
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10/28/2008 03:20:34 PM · #2 |
| You can buy the Lowepro Trekker Daypack II and attach it to one of their Trekker AW II bags. |
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10/28/2008 03:39:54 PM · #3 |
| you can't buy individual inserts from one of the various bag manufacturers and use them to mod an existing pack? |
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10/28/2008 03:51:13 PM · #4 |
Nick, my friend, you are going to have an amazing time. There is a tremendous amount to discover in each Central American country.
I did 9 months of Latin America (5 months in Central, and 4 in South), and had my camera for the whole time - no trouble whatsoever. That being said, I did bump into people who had had their dslr's stolen, etc... but the bottom line is if you're careful, you should be alright.
I can't offer advice on bags, but if you ever want travel advice, let me know. I'll offer a tidbit already: if you can, get down into S. America - the differences are quite impressive and the continent has a lot that C. America does not (for me, that means MOUNTAINS!!). Also, if you'll be in Panama, you'll want to check out neighbouring Colombia with some of the most amazingly warm and welcoming people out there.
I'm definitely going to want to see your take on these places once you're back and have them sorted, edited, etc.
if you're curious to check out mine... www.pbase.com/damian_turski
ETA I was travelling with a Nikon D50 and an 18-125 Sigma lens (and a tripod) but no flash
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10/28/2008 04:45:04 PM · #5 |
Dudski,
Those are amazing pictures!! I am from Peru and could never believe the beauty that you saw, incredible! Now I am jealous and want to go back to Peru and really explore. |
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10/28/2008 04:45:08 PM · #6 |
Nick, good luck on your trip! Can't wait to see your pics.
Message edited by author 2008-10-28 16:46:17. |
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10/29/2008 05:03:47 AM · #7 |
For sure Dutski I'd like some traveler to traveler advice.
I was thinking if I couldn't find anything specific, I'd buy the eagle creek backpack and sort out the bottom compartment as my camera space. I had a black bear rip through my not so water proof anymore lowepro and was thinking I would use the compartments from that to pad a aluminum plate box type thing. It's sort of a hide away compartment too so it will be hard to get to for anyone who is trying to rob me in a rush. (Not that I don't have any faith in Central, it's just a person wants some piece of mind.
Thanks for the tips an all. I'll be sure to post some shots when I get back.
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10/29/2008 08:13:35 AM · #8 |
For the price of the Eagle Creek bag, it may be worth your time to check out some purpose built mountaineering/backpacking bags. Gregory, Osprey, and The North Face all offer packs in your size range and for approximately the same price. If you are willing to spend more, Mystery Ranch is worth a look- their packs are legendary for the comfort their suspension system provides when you're doing your best impression of a pack animal. I suggest this approach because you will be better suited by a bag built specifically for durability and comfort, and judging by the amount of space you expect the pack to have, you will be carrying quite a bit of weight. It is important, however, if you select a pack from these manufacturers, that you test the pack out, or at the very least, read how to accurately size yourself for the pack, since they are designed for specific sizes (hence their comfort-Osprey offers something liek 6 different sizes on some packs). REI or your nearest outdoor store is a good place to get measured, but do some searching online for the best price I do multi-day backcountry backpack trips in the Colorado rockies, and trust me when I say that a well designed pack is more than worth it. You will most likely need to purchase a pack cover for these packs, but Osprey offers a gigantic one for around $20 that would be suitable. About the camera aspect- you can probably fit a small to medium sized camera bag into the bottom of many bags, in what is traditionally used as a sleeping bag compartment. Or you could daisy chain it and strap it to the outside with bungies. Depending upon the size of your setup, you could possibly convert a bear vault food container into a camera tank with some foam (there are several choices out there to choose from).
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10/29/2008 12:30:35 PM · #9 |
Forget the bag, I'll carry your equipment for you and it will only cost you living expenses while we travel. ;) I am so jealous when I hear of people taking trips like this. You get to see so many things that others either don't see or just take for granted and "don't see". Ever since I started shooting I have wanted to just GO, and take pictures of whatever and whenever I wanted and would be back when I get back.
Since I retire in May it becomes a little more possible but since I am young (don't feel it though) and have bills, and a family, and blls, I will have to find a new job and start over again.
Have fun on your journey, stay safe and shoot often!
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