Backpack for attached long lens

[glsammy]

Originally Posted by NickCantle

Thanks mate, I'd appreciate that to no end

I can't see how you could get two bodies in Nick, unless the two had very small lenses on!

[NickCantle]

Awwww Well thank you ever so much for trying Graham, my good man So would I just have to get a bigger one? I guess it's a case of trying out the Larger ones. I'm not set on a Lowepro, but they are good I definitely need to be able to fit in two bodies with battery grips attached, one with 50-500mm attached an the other with 105mm Macro attached

[galanthus]

Have a look at this Nick, says it takes 2 camera bodies

Equipment Review Photo Trekker AW II

[NickCantle]

Oooh, cheers Lily, it looks good. It's about £100 more expensive though Must save, but then there's the 40D and the 70-200 L USM f/2.8 and and and...

[The Craft Man]

I use the tamrac expedition 8

Very versatile plus you can attach your tripod on the back
there's a bottom pocket on the back which you can use for your tripod legs and 3 straps running up the middle for the tripod
two long pockets on the back down each side of the tripod if fitted
there's a section below the back section for a laptop or in my case first aid kit and outdoor survival waterproof and packing up when needed
in the main section there is adjustable stiffness which can be moved as required

I usually keep two cameras top and bottom with lenses plus there is space for other equipment on the main back section when it is opened there is 3 compartments. For storage / I use them for filters spare batteries and other accessories

There's attachments for other options such as drinking containers or whatever

The cushioning at the back is very comfy on extended walking
the fastening system works well with some padding around shoulders and around lower side supports

It is a heavy backpack but when worn it feels very stable and if the straps are adjusted correctly I don't find any problems with balance as long as you don't lean backwards too much obviously a tripod does add weight if you use one

I've just got back from Scotland using this on walking trips with no problems I would say if you get the chance try one out at a camera store and see how it feels just the pack is quite heavy it obviously depends on your build

They are quite expensive but the build quality is good

I have a smaller pack by the same company

Which I have owned for quite some years and I would recommend

tamrac to anybody

[NickCantle]

That's very helpful Craft Man, thanks very much I shall check out the Tamrac expedition 8 when I'm next in a shop that sells it

[NicolaB]

I was about to ask a similar question...but I'm after a backpack that can take a Nikon D60 with Bigma attached, plus a Sigma macro lens, Nikon 55-200mm VR, and the Nikon Kit lens (18-55mm) but still be reasonably ok for weedy girlies such as myself to be able to carry, and be tough enough to lug around Canada this autumn.

[The Craft Man]

Here's a link to the manufacturers web site where you can get a better idea of the camera Pack

Tamrac - Model 5578 Expedition 8 Photo Backpack

I hope it helps

[MadDogMcQ]

Originally Posted by RichBrew

....I've fallen onto my back wearing this set-up....

Hahahaha, I'm not surprised - mine weighs 22 pounds with all the gear in it....

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