Just thought I'd chime in a little bit.
I treat my equipment better than most professionals. If you look at the sidelines or shooting areas of any sport, you'll see a lot of abused gear, but that is aesthetically abused. What matters most is that the AF and the glass is in tip top shape.
I made this video to show someone what their bag (also a minitrekker) could carry. I'm not reccomending anyone carry their bag with as much gear, but I do it all the time, and have yet to have any problems with my lenses, except for one lens that needed its AF fixed (400 2.8)..... after it was in a CAR ACCIDENT.
Seriously, the lenses are quality build and can withstand a lot. If a lens can't survive being in my bag, it certainly wouldn't survive the sports I cover (getting hit by a baseball, a linebacker in football, soccer players and soccer balls), etc etc).
Please, don't think less of me solely based on how I pack my bag. If you must have an opinion of me, feel free to check my work at
www.sportsshooter.com/pshizzy
or look for me on various forums. I'll be glad to answer any questions regarding photography, and I'm always trying to help.
Oh, and I plan on getting a larger bag. I'll make a video of that too.
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Thanks everyone,
Max