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[john at mcmaster.co.uk (John McMaster)]

I always add up the value of the contents, bag cost never reaches 5% of that 
;-)

john

-----Original Message-----

Thanks for the insight. I?ve always wondered about the Fogg bags. They?re 
really pricey, though. 


Frank F. Farmer
Jackson, Mississippi 


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> On Feb 22, 2018, at 2:29 AM, FRANK DERNIE via LUG <lug at leica-users.org> 
> wrote:
> 
> FWIW I use Domke F6 and Billingham Hadley Pro. I also have a Fogg B-Laika 
> and their backpack.I like the Domkes best as camera bags, light and 
> accessible, though the clips are a bit slow for me.The Billingham is in 
> another class from a finish pov, but quite a lot heavier empty.I also have 
> the original M. Billingham bag, when they only made one model for cameras. 
> I have had for about 40 years and is a bit faded but still fine. The 
> insert is crude though, just interconnected bits of white closed cell 
> foam. It travelled all over the world with me for many years, now I have 
> little used stuff stored in it.The Fogg B-Laika was my favourite for years 
> but the rubberised canvas has hardened and it now is too stiff and smells 
> of rubber. I only use the backpack on holiday.The combination of having 
> Domke F6 or Hadley Pro as alternatives is a practical one 
> imo.cheewrs,Frank D. 
> 
>    On Thursday, 22 February 2018, 3:47, Greg Rubenstein via LUG <lug at 
> leica-users.org> wrote:
> 
> 
> Hi, Jayanand and company:
> 
> Understand the variance of opinions. The bag equation is personal and tied 
> to how we work.
> 
> I use backpacks for balance. And because I have a surgically repaired 
> back. Shoulder bags are no go for me. Yes, backpacks can be unwieldy to 
> work from, but I?m limited.  
> 
> Use regular hiking backpacks from two firms. Included URLs which, I hope, 
> doesn?t violate any LUG guideline.
> 
> Always use waterproof pouches (with internal dividers) made by Wotancraft. 
> The pouches are what make the backpacks (and carry-on bags sometimes) work 
> for me. Used Calumet wraps for years until I discovered these. 
> 
> https://www.wotancraft.tw/en
> 
> The packs that get serious use are from Black Diamond and PacSafe. Mine 
> wear like iron. 
> 
> Black Diamond:
> 
> http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en/hiking-packs
> 
> I?m particularly pleased with The Creek Transit 32. Capacious. 
> Comfortable. 
> 
> http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en/climbing-packs/creek-transit-32-BD681197BLAKALL1.html#start=8
> 
> Also use a Black Diamond Dart, which is an old model but might turn up on 
> e-Bay or elsewhere if you do a search. Has a few organizers and a laptop 
> pouch. 
> 
> The Creek Transit is minimalist, with a laptop compartment and small 
> organizer (pens, paper, cards, etc.) in the top opening).
> 
> Here?s PacSafe. 
> 
> https://www.pacsafe.com/bags/camera/
> 
> My PacSafe bag is an old backpack that has long-since been updated by the 
> company. 
> 
> This is the closest pack I can find to the PacSafe model I use.
> 
> https://www.pacsafe.com/venturesafe-15l-gii-anti-theft-day-pack/60280100.html
> 
> If you call companies or correspond online be sure to discuss your size 
> and what you?ll wear when carrying the packs. I?m 6?2? with a long, bony 
> frame. The packs I use fit easily over the winter wear I need in Chicago 
> and northern climates. Some pack harnesses run  small, so check.
> 
> Hope this helps. Contact me on- or off-list if you have questions or want 
> to chat.
> 
> Greg Rubenstein 
> 
> ?Breathe deeply. Swear profusely.?
> 
> ? Allison English 
>