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    I need  a backpack
    I am having a horrible time trying to find a hiking/trekking backpack for my camera stuff. I'm heading to Peru in 10 days and still have no solution. The pack obviously has to suit carry-on regulations.

    So I need your help people.

    Backpacks I've dismissed
    1) Anything made by Lowepro
    – I find their bags horrendously uncomfortable. They don't sit right on my shoulders. Their tripod holder is still pretty useless. Their bags are also heavy. I've seen a lot of failed zippers after mere months of use. They just aren't what they used to be.

    2) ThinkTank Streetwalker Pro
    – Fantastically light backpack, fits everything I need it to. Great build quality and functional design, it's just not built for someone 6'4. It sits far too low on my shoulders and I'd be in pain within an hour. If it was 2″ longer, I'd own it.

    3) Crumpler Karachi Outpost
    – This pack was fantastically comfortable for me. It has the best tripod holder I've ever come across for a backpack. The turtle shell design inside is its downfall, just very bad use of space inside the bag. It does appear very well made.

    What's coming with me
    1D Mark III (RRS L Plate)
    5D Mark II (no grip, RRS L Plate)
    17-40 f/4L
    70-200 f/2.8L IS
    1.4x TC
    35 f/1.4L
    It would be nice if the 85L II would fit if I needed it to.
    Gitzo GT3541LS
    10″ Netbook

    Bags I'm looking into, but cant find in stock anywhere.
    1) Kata R-102, R-103, R-104
    – If anyone has experience with these, I'd love to hear it.

    If there's a company I should look at, let me know.

    Thanks all!

    cr

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    1. ossme on

      When you said “I need help” I thought that canon has sawed you or something. lol.

      anyway, I cannot recommend a specific bag because its more of a personal choice and because it really depends on the size of the person. What can be great for a 5.7″ person for me will not be as good for a 6.4″ guy like you.

      BUT, If you choose a bag, then make sure you post it in here before you travel. :p

    2. Dmitri Izosimov on

      I’d certainly recommend Tenba brand. Although I’m a fresh owner of their shoulder bag (Shootout Large) I’m amazed to see how the bag is able to fit just everything (including 15,4″ laptop and photo gear totaling 12kg – roughly 25 pounds). I assume their backpacks are far too suitable compared to Lowepro.

    3. jeremy on

      i would go with the lowepro flipside 400AW. a failing zipper would be less likely due to camera access is through the back, so you any stress from weight is against your back while wearing it. plus it will hold more than enough for you. and you can’t go wrong with the all weather cover and extra storage compartment on the front. And i found it very comfortable to wear for the whole day.

    4. GreekGeek on

      Agreed. I used Tamrac bags for my treks across Italy (hiked in Sicily, Capri, Campania, etc)

      TAMRAC is the one!

    5. Jay Gould on

      Definitely LOVE the ThinkTank Airport Acceleration: This is what I put in mine –

      MY GEAR: 5D Mk II; EF 300mm f/2.8L IS USM; EF 70-200mm f/4L IS USM; EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM; EF 16-35 f/2.8L II USM; EF 100 f/2.8 USM Macro; 2.0/1.4 tcs; 25x tube; 220 & 580 EX II; Manfrotto 055CXPRO3 + Markins M-20; Wimberley Sidekick; ThinkTank Airport Acceleration V 2.0

      AND I still have room to add my future 1D4 – hopefully soon!!

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