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Rovers_Andy
03-07-2009, 16:31
Rightio


Do any of you lovely TPers have any experience with these bags?.
Would the 400 f/2.8 with MKIII attached fit in one of these?

I want a good option for carrying the 400 2.8 as i will be doing more wildlife stuff and hopefully a few Mach Loop trips. As usually i sling it over my shoulder but this is only good on steady flat ground and if i lugged the peli case around i'd scatter any wildlife in a 5 mile radius and have a heart attack getting it up to the Mach Loop

Ta very much

Andy
Rovers_Andy
04-07-2009, 03:04
Bumpety Bump
Rovers_Andy
05-07-2009, 08:15
Anyone?
Joe T
05-07-2009, 08:19
I put my 400 2.8 in a Kinesis L622. Its an enormous bag - it takes D300 + 400 2.8 + 1.7x TC + hood (in shooting position) + beanbag on the top!

They do a slightly smaller one which may also work for you.

They arent cheap, have to be ordered from the US, and you need to order the rucksack straps and belt separately. Great bags though!
fracster
05-07-2009, 08:19
I don`t know anyone who uses one mate.

If I trek a long way with my big Siggy,I use a standard ex-army gortex rucksack.I attached a restraining strap to the inside of it and pack a couple of fleece towels to stop stuff banging about.Also it has the detachable side pockets and a large top pocket,so bags more room for anything you want to take.Works fine and at a fraction of the cost of a purpose built one.
tappilappi
05-07-2009, 08:30
I asked a similar question when I first got my long lens. The only long lens bag that I was actually able to handle prior to purchase was the Lowepro - It looked well made, the straps "worked" but capacity was too restrictive for my needs. I wanted to carry a spare body as well as a couple of spare lenses and the rest of the gubbins we think we need.) Your body/lens should fit OK in it.
I ended up buying a THG PR 600. Biggest waste of money ever. On paper the specification looks ideal, but design details and construction methods render it useless (for me). Have you checked out the type of bags that IanC_UK and Joe T use? Made in America (forget the brand name), they are much more money, but if it does the job well ...
Joe T
05-07-2009, 08:33
Have you checked out the type of bags that IanC_UK and Joe T use? Made in America (forget the brand name), they are much more money, but if it does the job well ...

See my post above :D
tappilappi
05-07-2009, 08:33
Just as an update. I still cram my gear into a Lowepro phototrekker AWII. I may not have instant access to body with 600mm attached, but the kit is protected and I can carry it comfortably if I am walking a couple of miles.
tappilappi
05-07-2009, 08:35
Joe/Ian - Yup, I got it wrong, should have listened to you guys! :bonk:
Joe T
05-07-2009, 08:37
Joe/Ian - Yup, I got it wrong, should have listened to you guys! :bonk:

Awwww :hug:
Paddysnapper
05-07-2009, 08:42
Look in bargains and suppliers thread vis a vee the Gem case from Amazon.... I have one of these and it is a bute. very well made and padded and at a knockdown price.. Good Luck
fracster
05-07-2009, 08:43
Room for spare body,lenses,other stuff we carry and don`t use. Flask of coffee,water,food and other "I might need that" items......:D


http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk22/Fracster/Silly%20Stuff/Sack.jpg
Chaz Photos
05-07-2009, 08:43
Well it says it take a 600mm fitted so as you only have 400 I guess it wil fit easy
take a look
http://products.lowepro.com/product/Lens-Trekker%20600%20AW%20II,2118.htm
Canon Bob
05-07-2009, 08:49
Like Joe and Ian, I have the Kinesis version. I had a Kinesis and a Lowepro 600 to start with but sold the Lowepro to get another Kinesis. The Kinesis are lighter whilst appearing to be stronger with better padding....not the cheapest but definitely value for money.

Bob
Rovers_Andy
05-07-2009, 09:38
Hi Guys i think i'll have a look at a Kinesis, maybe if anyone else wants one we could put in a group order to reduce the P+P costs?

Cheers for the replies as i was just about to buy the Lowepro from morris photo as its on for 150.

Has any one seen this bag?

http://www.warehouseexpress.com/product/default.aspx?sku=1030867

By Andy Rouse

Seems decent but not sure how much of the 300 is just because its his name on it

and looks like he's carrying a rocket launcher on his back
fracster
05-07-2009, 09:48
Wow...that is some serious money.....:eek:
mho
05-07-2009, 10:34
Hi Guys i think i'll have a look at a Kinesis, maybe if anyone else wants one we could put in a group order to reduce the P+P costs?


Its not the p+p cost you have to watch out for its the VAT, TAX and parcelfarces excessive £13 ish clearance fees.
Rovers_Andy
05-07-2009, 11:59
Its not the p+p cost you have to watch out for its the VAT, TAX and parcelfarces excessive £13 ish clearance fees

Ok cheers for the warning, will have to work out how much it is for the bag with the belt and straps.


Look in bargains and suppliers thread vis a vee the Gem case from Amazon.... I have one of these and it is a bute. very well made and padded and at a knockdown price.. Good Luck

Just going to pop over there now :wave:

EDIT

Already have a bag like that buts its too small for the 400, Thanks for heads up though :thumbs: