New backpack help

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Hi all, having just acquired a Nikon 300mm f2.8 VR lens, my current backpack is a little too small to carry this and my standard kit (a 15 year old Samsonite photo backpack).

I'm after recommendations for a medium sized bag (hopefully well priced as well) to carry the following

Gripped D800
Nikon 300mm F2.8 AFS VR ( with hood reversed)
Nikon 70-200 F2.8 AFS VR II
Nikon 24-70 F2.8 AFS
Nikon 16-35 F4 AFS VR
Nikon TC14E II & TC20E III converters.

Must be a front loader not a rear loaded. I have a Lowepro 400 AW flipside and just can't get on with it.

Be able to carry a tripod or monopod externally.

Ideally with a weather cover

Be able to store the smaller lenses vertically with their hoods reversed.

Comfortable padded straps with a good waist belt.

Does such a bag exist?
 
I've not used one and I've never even seen one in the flesh, but I was seriously tempted by the Lowepro Vertex Range during a bad bout of gear lust. It seems to tick all your boxes.
 
Oh, that Vertex 200 looks tasty.

I'm needing one that will take my laptop/tablet.

Kata 3N1-33 looks more accessible though.
 
I took a look at the Kata 3N1-33 and it's a nice bag but it looks more of an equivalent to the Lowepro Fastpack 350 that I have - and I seriously doubt that it will accommodate the OP's gear - especially the 300mm f2.8 (approx 5 by 10½ inches) and the 70-200 f2.8.
 
I really like my Kata ul-222. Lots of space for all your gear and a day pack area as well. Very very lightweight. And super comfortable carrying system/frame.
 
I have the Vertex 300 AW and it's HUGE. I use that or a Tamrac Ultra Pro 17 shoulder bag which can actually carry more than the Vertex lol!

I prefer the Tamrac for "general" use and will only use the Vertex when there is a lot of walking involved.

Andy
 
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