[Leica] Off and tired topic warning

[John McMaster]

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

john

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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:
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> 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. 
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>    On Thursday, 22 February 2018, 3:47, Greg Rubenstein via LUG <lug at leica-users.org> wrote:
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> 
> Hi, Jayanand and company:
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> 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.
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> 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. 
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> https://www.wotancraft.tw/en
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> The packs that get serious use are from Black Diamond and PacSafe. Mine wear like iron. 
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> Black Diamond:
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> http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en/hiking-packs
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> I’m particularly pleased with The Creek Transit 32. Capacious. Comfortable. 
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> http://www.blackdiamondequipment.com/en/climbing-packs/creek-transit-32-BD681197BLAKALL1.html#start=8
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> 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).
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> Here’s PacSafe. 
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> https://www.pacsafe.com/bags/camera/
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> My PacSafe bag is an old backpack that has long-since been updated by the company. 
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> This is the closest pack I can find to the PacSafe model I use.
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> https://www.pacsafe.com/venturesafe-15l-gii-anti-theft-day-pack/60280100.html
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> 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.
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> 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 
>