Bag Recommendation

[Zap37]

I am looking for a bad, oops, bag, recommendation to carry the following to Alaska.

EOS-10D, 17-40/4L, 28-135/IS, 70-200/4L, Extend 1.4II, 50/2.5Macro, Speedlite 420EX, Image Bank G2

I am also on the hunt for a quality used 300/4L that I may or may not find before the trip.

Bag will be used to both carry equipment on the plane and out in the bush.

[jcsorensen]

I don't know, but with all that L-glass, it looks like a pretty "good" recommendation. If you want a "bad" recommentdation--use Nikon (that's a tongue in cheek--Nikon fans please don't flame back)!

[eddylush]

I think a wallmart carrier bag would be a bad recommedation :).
A good one would be a lowepro nova 5 should do the job!

[rcrobert]

LowePro makes one that is a backpack, but also has wheels and a telescoping handle for navigating around airports. It's called the RoadRunner and would hold all your equipment I think (there is a large size or mini). And -- the insides come out and you can use it for suitcase if you want!

Try this link:

http://www.lowepro.com/pages/bySeries/rolling.htm

[xdiii]

A waterproof bag is a must. You won't go wrong with a kayak-friendly roll-top dry bags made from heavy duty PVC plastic. To use the bag, place your belongings in the bag, roll the top flaps over several times and seal with the plastic buckle. If you want to place a traditional camera bag inside the dry bag, make sure to get a compatible size dry bag. When you think Aalaska, think rain. Check Yahoo weather; I'll bet you it's raining now. 10Ds and L glass don't like rain.

[scottbergerphoto]

I use the "Tamrac Expedition 5". It's comfortable, well built, waterproof, and allows for the attachment of accessories.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh6/controller/home?O=NavBar&A=getItemDetail&Q=&sku=168832&is=REG&si=feat#goto_itemInfo

Enjoy your trip.

[J.A.F. Doorhof]

I use the Lowepro minitrekker II AW version.
I don't know if it is TOTALLY waterfree but it has a sort of raincoat hidden in the bottom of the bag.
I must admit that I absolutly LOVE it, it's spacey and still no real burden to carry.

Greetings,
Frank

[fumanchu]

I use the LowePro Street & Field Rover Light. I also bought the LowePro Classic trekker but found the Rover to be much more comfortable. In the bottom half of the pack you'll probably be able to fit the 10D, 28-135mm, 17-40mm, 70-200mm and 50mm. But the flash'll probably have to go in the top compartment.

Great thing about this bag is you can put your lunch, sweater, water and a whole bunch of other stuff in the top half. Or buy one of LowePro's accessories and store some more.

It is very comfortable for trekking. I recently took it trekking in Oregon. It also looks like an ordinary backpack from the outside so you do not have to be as concerned about theft.

For the product see here:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh1/controller/home?O=productlist&A=details&Q=&sku=279104&is=REG

The AW version is the all-weather version, which you may want to consider buying if you are going to Alaska.

[eos10dmacosx]

Spend some time in a shop that has a large variety of bags, and try them out. Put your gear in them and try them on for size and easy access to equipment. On past experience I have gone into a shop to buy one bag and walk out with another (after 1 hour! of trying every bag in the shop).

Cheers...Toni

PS. Lowepro has always been my first choice of bag for its quality, durability, and style.