Need a new Rucksack - Nikon 300mm f2.8 (1 Viewer)

[BillN]

Good morning, Folks

I have recently added a Nikon 300mm f2.8 VR to my lens range ……. I need a new rucksack
Two DSLR bodies - good Gitzo full size tripod, 300mm f2.8, 300mm f4, a couple of TC and other small Nikon lens, Nikon V1 and a few bits, throw over Camo etc., etc.,

Not getting any younger - I've looked on line at the Lowepro Pro Trekker 300AW but it look very big

any recommendations would be really helpful as the problem is I would probably have to buy on line as there does not seem to be many retailers in the Winchester UK area.

 

[joespy]

Good morning, Folks

I have recently added a Nikon 300mm f2.8 VR to my lens range ……. I need a new rucksack
Two DSLR bodies - good Gitzo full size tripod, 300mm f2.8, 300mm f4, a couple of TC and other small Nikon lens, Nikon V1 and a few bits, throw over Camo etc., etc.,

Not getting any younger - I've looked on line at the Lowepro Pro Trekker 300AW but it look very big

any recommendations would be really helpful as the problem is I would probably have to buy on line as there does not seem to be many retailers in the Winchester UK area.

Just bought, to fit my Nikon D40 + Sigma 150/500 into, this.............

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/r.html?R.../dp/B002VPE1WK/ref=pe_385721_37038051_TE_dp_1

I can recommend it, it's a snug, padded, safe fit for the camera coupled to lens with room at the sides for other lenses etc.
Check it out, there are pics, uploaded by customers, of the inside etc.....
... Well worth the £21.49.... that's with free UK delivery

 

[Huntso]

To store that lot don't think you will find anything too lightweight so perhaps look at one with a proper frame to assist carrying

F-stop are very good, how about one of these with whatever ICU fits the bill http://shop.fstopgear.com/us/products/mountain/backpacks/tilopa-bc.html

They are available from a shop in Covent Garden and online too http://www.paramo.co.uk/en-gb/competitions/promo/londonstore.php

 

[Dave Williams]

I have two Think Tank bags both of which I am reasonably happy with. They are not cheap but very comfortable to use , my only criticism is that the rain cover isn't attached to the bag and isn't the easiest to fit.
http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/camera-backpacks/airport-backpacks.aspx
They have the advantage of meeting flight hand baggage dimensions although watch out, several airlines notably charter planes, have recently reduced their allowance on size.

 

[BillN]

Thanks all - lots of price variations and most of the expensive ones seem to be ex the US.

If I'm going to pay £150 to £200+ I reckon I need to get out there and visit a few shops

The Lowepro Pro Trekker 300AW still looks good but it is big and as Dave points out having one below the aircraft reg size is important as I take my stuff to S Africa once a year and also between the UK and France maybe 3 times a year …….. plus maybe I will also get to somewhere "exotic" not too soon.