delwyn_ching Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Aloha, I plan to travel in a few weeks and want to bring along my camera in a backpack. I've been looking at the Lowepro Mini Trekker AW. I havea Canon Digital Rebel (300D)and Canon 20D, Canon 18-55mm lens, Tamron 28-300mm lens and a Speedlite 580ex. I plan to bring the Digital Rebel and both lenses plus the flash. What I plan to do is tons of walking taking pix of the Hoover Dam and hiking at the Grand Canyon Nat'l Park. I also want to pack a light jacket, plus some energy bars and water. Is this the right pack to get or is there others you recommend? Mahalo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awahlster Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 Check out the Canon 200EG backpack you can find them on ebay quite easy selling new for about $450.00 I used one on our three week trip to Europe and it's one of my favorite bags (I have bunch) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnabdas Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 The Mini Trekker AW is a great backpack for your gear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwcombs Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 The Mini Trekker is great. It holds my D70, 35mm lens, 18-70mm lens, 80-200mm lens, speedlite, batteries, etc, and I can fit my F3 body in there as well. Outside pockets hold miscellaneous items. Can be had for less than $150US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark feldstein Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 I suggest that before you buy any pack that you check out the pack systems, including belts, etc. from http://www.kinesisgear.com. Great stuff. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akajohndoe Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 If you have the opportunity, it would be very beneficial to actually try different packs on, fit your equipment in them, and compare them in person side-by-side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pvp Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 I have a Lowe Super Trekker AW. It can hold all kinds of stuff, plus the tripod on the outside. It's also lousy to carry. IMO it's very poorly designed from the standpoint of a backpack. Great camera bag that has straps. I don't much like it after a couple of miles. I've been thinking about modifying my old Kelty backpack (external frame) to carry my camera gear. I bought that pack in the 1970's and Kelty is still using the same aluminum frame to this day; they must have gotten something right. IMO, if you're going to be carrying the load on your back for any distance, the weight distributing qualities of the packframe are much more important than the bag that's attached. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg M Posted February 26, 2005 Share Posted February 26, 2005 I'll second Mark's earlier suggestion on the Canon 200EG. I've just bought one. It's currently loaded with my 10D with battery pack & mounted 17-40 f4L, 15mm f2.8EF, 85mm f1.8EF, 100-400 f4.5-5.6L, 550EX flash, cards, batteries, etc., and has plenty of room left to hold many extra accessories in the outside pockets. All of my other bags are shoulder types, none of which could hold all that equipment and be as comfortable to carry as this bag. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg M Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 Oh yes, Mark's comment about the price is a typo. The Canon 200EG costs $50.00, not $450! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert_m3 Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 You might also have a look at <a href="http://www.crumplerbags.com/ home.php">Crumpler</a>, if only for the fun of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erick_lamontagne Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 The Mini-Trekker is way too big for your gear. Look at the Orion Trekker and Rover AW. Both are good for day hiking. If it's a travelling backpack you want, look at non-photo packs and use a chest/waist bag or pouches for your camera and lenses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davekcj Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 I bought the Canon bag and like it also. The straps don't have the thickest padding in the world, but it was only $50! I think it is a bargain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klix Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 For a body, 2 lenses, flash and a jacket, water and energy bars, the mini-trekker would have room to spare. It's a great backpack but too big for your needs. For that light load, I'd agree with the poster who suggested the Orion or the Rover. Another consideration would be the Micro trekker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corey_gardner1 Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 Great camera bag...lousy backpack, especially if you're tall. I have one and use it as a camera bag and it works great. However, if you load it down you'll find the straps have very little support and it tends to dig into your shoulders. I'm tall, though, so it might fit you differently. I would try and find one in a store and load all of your gear into it..see if you like how it fits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delwyn_ching Posted February 27, 2005 Author Share Posted February 27, 2005 Thanks everyone for your advice/suggestions. Local camera shops don't have the ones described here unless someone orders one. Found a Ritz Camera here in Honolulu that just brought some in and will check them out. D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phyrpowr Posted February 27, 2005 Share Posted February 27, 2005 Also, if you're near a backpacking store see if they have the new Mountainsmith camera packs A little more than you're presently looking for, but well made and supportive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bwcombs Posted February 28, 2005 Share Posted February 28, 2005 I am a Maxi Idiot. I don't have the Mini Trekker. I have the Micro Trekker. Big difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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