MRJohn Posted January 21, 2018 Author Share #101 Posted January 21, 2018 Advertisement (gone after registration) This is nothing, look at this from a professor of bagology (Alan Harvey): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aL_e5OvSpPM - With regard to backpacks I am currently using the 20l Peakdesign (which should be a 25l to be perfect for me) and the Mindshift 180 rotation. Bags is another story... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted January 21, 2018 Posted January 21, 2018 Hi MRJohn, Take a look here Which backpack for the SL?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
ramarren Posted January 30, 2018 Share #102 Posted January 30, 2018 The Think Tank Trifecta 10 just arrived. I pulled out the SL and Bazooka (SL90-280) to check the fit ... perfect! Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! I then put the SL24-90 (Howitzer) and the Super-Elmar-R 15mm on the other side, put my iPad Pro 9x7 into the rear slot for it, and hoisted it onto my shoulders. Ah, finally a bag I can actually carry a complete SL kit with and walk for a ways! It distributes the load very nicely onto back and shoulders; it is easy to get to the camera and lenses. The top compartment has plenty of space for incidentals, as do the organizing pockets on the doors of the lower compartment. The whole bag is slim and will allow me to get in and out of trains and such without getting caught on things. Definitely the right bag for carrying this setup around any distance. I'm very pleased. 4 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! I then put the SL24-90 (Howitzer) and the Super-Elmar-R 15mm on the other side, put my iPad Pro 9x7 into the rear slot for it, and hoisted it onto my shoulders. Ah, finally a bag I can actually carry a complete SL kit with and walk for a ways! It distributes the load very nicely onto back and shoulders; it is easy to get to the camera and lenses. The top compartment has plenty of space for incidentals, as do the organizing pockets on the doors of the lower compartment. The whole bag is slim and will allow me to get in and out of trains and such without getting caught on things. Definitely the right bag for carrying this setup around any distance. I'm very pleased. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/269692-which-backpack-for-the-sl/?do=findComment&comment=3450818'>More sharing options...
lanetomlane Posted January 30, 2018 Share #103 Posted January 30, 2018 I use the Billingham 25, I have the 24-90 attached to the SL, plus the 90-280 and the WATE with adapter. I've just dona a trip to Singapore and New Zealand with and it worked perfectly for me. Cheers, Tom Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steffenphotography Posted January 31, 2018 Share #104 Posted January 31, 2018 Look at fstop. They have Great bagpacks. Used them in New Zealand a lot while hiking. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto.f Posted January 31, 2018 Share #105 Posted January 31, 2018 (edited) I don’t see any advantage in photo-backpacks: they are all designed for dslrs with 35mm or MF with corresponding lenses (but a Pentax 67 ii will already be very difficult to pack). I can’t pack my 4x5” viewcamera with its lenses in it and I want my backpack to be appropiriate for weekend trips with room for some clothes, my toothbrush AND ANY of my camera’s of choice. This backpack does not specifically exist as far as I know but in the meantime I chose for the Osprey Farpoint 40 which is as big as is allowed for handluggage in the plane. Mammut has a good one too but more expensive. I rather figure out some inserts for protection myself than clearing the inserts from an expensive photo-backpack Edited January 31, 2018 by otto.f Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkinVan Posted January 31, 2018 Share #106 Posted January 31, 2018 (edited) I currently have the Everyday 15" Messenger and it really good for the short hauls, house to car, road trips etc. Single sling not so good for extended carrying easily shifts, throwing one off balance. I have the 24-90 & 90-280 and can't wait for the 16-35 to complete the kit, should be able to include M240 hopefully and accessories. For that I am thinking the Everyday Backpack 30. Water-resistant for Vancouver and holding 15' laptop for going between our 2 places and road trips, photo trips and hiking to locations. Edited January 31, 2018 by MarkinVan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramarren Posted January 31, 2018 Share #107 Posted January 31, 2018 (edited) Advertisement (gone after registration) I don’t see any advantage in photo-backpacks: they are all designed for dslrs with 35mm or MF with corresponding lenses (but a Pentax 67 ii will already be very difficult to pack). I can’t pack my 4x5” viewcamera with its lenses in it and I want my backpack to be appropiriate for weekend trips with room for some clothes, my toothbrush AND ANY of my camera’s of choice. This backpack does not specifically exist as far as I know but in the meantime I chose for the Osprey Farpoint 40 which is as big as is allowed for handluggage in the plane. Mammut has a good one too but more expensive. I rather figure out some inserts for protection myself than clearing the inserts from an expensive photo-backpack It sounds like such a backpack would be much bigger than I'm interested in. I generally don't use backpacks at all; when I travel, I use a rollaway that I put into checked luggage for clothing, etc, and a small carry-on shoulder bag for my camera and personal incidentals/essentials. The SL's two zooms are large and heavy enough that a one-shoulder-carry bag is just not particularly useful due to the stress it puts on my back, hips, and knees, and my largest bag just barely fits them anyway. A backpack specifically for carrying the SL is what I was looking for: something that I can carry this 18lbs of gear in without causing me physical problems when I want to go out shooting with it. Carrying the SL and its lenses is quite similar to carrying a DSLR, so a bag meant for a trio of largish DSLR lenses is actually just right for the SL. My other camera equipment ... I've got appropriate carrying cases/bags/etc for all of that stuff already. Edited January 31, 2018 by ramarren 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacobWilliss Posted September 14, 2021 Share #108 Posted September 14, 2021 (edited) Searching for backpacks is a very personal choice. Everyone's needs are different and you should be sure what you need before listening to other people. Edited September 14, 2021 by JacobWilliss Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramarren Posted September 14, 2021 Share #109 Posted September 14, 2021 4 hours ago, JacobWilliss said: Searching for backpacks is a very personal choice. Everyone's needs are different and you should be sure what you need before listening to other people. I agree. My experience is that I often have to try a couple of different solutions, even knowing what I need and my equipment well, before I find a match that works best for me. This is why I have so many bags in the closet, even though I usually return (in the usual grace period) bags that don't work well upon arrival... G Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacobWilliss Posted September 18, 2021 Share #110 Posted September 18, 2021 (edited) Searching for backpacks is a very personal choice. Everyone's needs are different and you should be sure what you need before listening to other people. I made a mistake ordering something my friend suggested to me and it wasn't good for me at all. Luckily for me, I found https://backpacks.global/ this site had a lot of articles related to backpacks, and also they have a review page where you can see what other people recommend for different needs. I think this is a great way to start your search, at least it was a success for me. Edited September 18, 2021 by JacobWilliss Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted September 18, 2021 Share #111 Posted September 18, 2021 On 9/14/2021 at 5:16 AM, JacobWilliss said: Searching for backpacks is a very personal choice. Everyone's needs are different and you should be sure what you need before listening to other people. The OP settled on a suitable bag over 4 years ago. But I agree with the comment. And even better to try the bag/pack using one’s own gear either before buying, if possible, or within the return policy of a reliable vendor. Same as with cameras and lenses; all subject to tastes, preferences and priorities. Jeff 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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