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Lowepro Photo Trekker AW II Anonymous
Does anyone own this bag? I really need way more space when I'm hiking. I carry a small 4x5 camera with no additional lenses (but about 6 film holders) and EOS 3 with only a couple small lenses. I know everything will fit but the clincher is if I can carry water. I don't see any space in this bag to put a 2 liter camelback for my days thirst. I don't really like carrying bottles. Anyone have any experience with this bag? Thanks in advance!
>> Anonymous
not really a smart idea to put a bottle of water in your camera bag. at least your camera isn't digital.

protip: get a wife to carry your shit
>> Anonymous
you are looking for the kata bp502
>> Anonymous
>>283348
Don't think it's got a camelbak pouch.

Best bet would be to see if you can strap a camelbak pouch on there somehow, I've got a pretty flat one that goes on my plate carrier MOLLE webs, something like that could probably be ziptied onto the camera bag or something. You could strap more pouches to carry random shit on top of that, too, if you wanted.
>> Anonymous
>>283359
it has a seperate place for a laptop

stick the waterbag in there
>> NatureGuy !se3A3TwzdY
If you don't find yourself swapping lenses too often and you intend to use the pictured bag for hiking, just buy a camel pack and use that. If you're worried about lenses just wrap it something. Personally I just keep all of my lenses in a waterproof bag that I keep in my camel back.

Another, considerably lighter option is to pick up a photo vest for hiking. The greatest advantage being is that you have quick and easy access to your gear, but if you pair it with a back for other gear (like your rain gear) they get rather too hot for summer hiking.
>> Anonymous
>>283367
Thanks for the idea, but I do need be able to carry a 4x5 camera and film, as well as a tripod (forgot to mention that)
>>283360
That's exactly what I needed to know, I've actually been using the laptop spot on my lowepro compudaypack for water and that's worked for me.
>>283358
Seems like a nice option, I'll look into it, it's only like $50 more. Have you used this one? Comfy for long day hikes?

Thanks for all your quick help guys
>> Anonymous
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Look online for a company called F-stop bags (fstopgear.com). They make great hiking/outdoor camera bags, they're a little pricey, but they are worth it in my opinion. Definitely room for all your gear and more.
>> Anonymous
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I've got a Nature Trekker AWII for my 4x5 kit and it's ample room-wise for a one lens kit with another camera too. I used to go out with it with a TLR also and a Pentax 1 degree spot meter along with 4 film holders.

Doesn't have specific room for a camelback bladder, but they've got elastic cords all over the back and sides for a tripod which you'll be able to use to attach one.
>> Anonymous
>>283568
Thanks for the picture. I think the photo trekker is just a tad larger than that so I should have tons of room even as I get more gear. It sounds like I should be able to find some way to carry water, just as I'm sure other people have been able to. Thanks!
>> Anonymous
This is ridiculous. My Olympus XA fits in my pocket.
>> Anonymous
Not enough. I carry 3 Fx bodies and 6 lenses as well as 3 filter cases, extra batteries, 3-4 flashes.
Suggestions from those who's IQ's are at or above the high double digits welcome.
>> Anonymous
>>285006

put it in your butt
>> Anonymous
>>285006
With that much gear, since one backpack won't cut it, get a backpack for some gear, then a photographer's pouch belt for the more often used stuff. Best of both worlds, easy storage on your back, quick access in the front.
>> Anonymous
>>285161
stop making sense