National Geographic Backpack Review

How much?

85 shipped

lmitch6 wrote in post #2563642
Michael,

The large version is huge, can hold more camera gear, but less 'other' gear, i.e. the stuff you'd want with you on a day-hike.

Ok wait.

Youre saying theres LESS "other stuff" room up top on the large bag than on the medium bag?

Me, I'm hoping to use this bag as a kind of end-all vagabonder bag, ultimately. If theres less "other" storage then thats a major negative. But the waist harness is a big, BIG advantage.

Heres some great shots i found on the interwebs,

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still have it

I bought the smaller version of it off of craigslist for 45 bucks used from a girl..came with a few lipstick stains inside and some un used condoms...hehe

I use it sometimes,,,but i find the straps are too padded and dont give enough in my armpit area,,,,other than that i love all the pockets...

but sometimes the large nat geo logo attracts alot of attention and I get asked alot if i shoot for them...

The only thing that's keeping me from picking up this bag right away is the fact that it says Nat Geo on it. I just don't want to come off as being a poser. haha

Other than that, based on what I've seen and read, it seems like the perfect bag to get.

pxchoi wrote in post #8645056
The only thing that's keeping me from picking up this bag right away is the fact that it says Nat Geo on it. I just don't want to come off as being a poser. haha

Other than that, based on what I've seen and read, it seems like the perfect bag to get.

Have a piece of khaki colored loop velcro stiched over the Nat Geo. You can then put what you want on or just leave the velcro.

pxchoi wrote in post #8645056
The only thing that's keeping me from picking up this bag right away is the fact that it says Nat Geo on it. I just don't want to come off as being a poser. haha

Other than that, based on what I've seen and read, it seems like the perfect bag to get.

I don't look at it as being a poser, it's a great bag, durable and it's inconspicuous.
Normally I hate being a free walking advertisement for any company and avoid labels, but in this case, N.G. does great things for environment and the preservation of it and animals, so I don't mind in this case.

just want to let You know , after actually seeing the pictures & seeing what You had to say , Im buying one !!!
Thanks for all the input !!!
Ray Watts
Canada

Sold Me Im buying one
Ray
Canada

Great Info everyone. I have the National Geographic medium shoulder bag and love it. But i'am also thinking about buying this backpack, for days/trips when i want to carry my tripod along with me.

That brings me to my question. Would it be possible for me to carry my tripod (a Benro Travel Angel) inside the bag?. By default it shouldn't be possible (the minimum height of the tripod is 36cm) But i'am interested in knowing if i can somehow push the divider between the upper and photo compartments aside and insert the tripod into the gap. Can anyone give me some info on this ??

Thanks.

Can anyone comment on using this bag (large backpack) for hiking and camping.

Can I get a camera, two lenses including hoods (70-200 2.8 , 24-70 f2.8 ), tripod, one ND, one CPL, first aid, food for two days, sleeping bag and possibly two man tent in there plus a place to store/hold water for the one day untill we reach camp sites where water is usually available?

I assume it's waterproof or has waterproof cover.

Thnaks to anyone who's able to advise it will be greatly appreciated.

Josh

Josh, Probably not. The upper compartment of the Large backpack is too small to be effectively used for any major storage. If you unzip the separator, and reorganize the camera compartment, maybe you could get some of the stuff in there. Definitely not the Sleeping bag and the tent. You may be able to strap that to the sides though. I would recommend buying a hiking rucksack and then modifying it to be able to hold your camera gear. it will be more comfortable and you'll be able to carry the proper gear.

Good Luck!

Yeah, that's what I had expected. Last time I couldn't find any dedicated camera/hiking bags large enough. I'm might try to find one in ashop to try out with the strapping stuff to the sides.

looks like http://www.powermax.co​m …%2BProduct%2BSe​arch&src=g is the cheapest for the large bag. I have a 17" widescreen laptop so I guess I'll have to use the bigger bag. Should have the money in a few months.... hopefully ti'll be cheaper by then.