Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1997/05/29

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Subject: Re: Backpack Lowepro
From: "gess" <gess@icon.co.za>
Date: Thu, 29 May 1997 13:37:10 +0200

Hi Lucien

I went and looked at the OMNI SPORT at the Lowepro page. Please can you
tell me, does it just have the waistbelt or does it have a strap as well. I
was wondering how well it sits if it does not have a strap as it seems to
be a slightly odd shape for a waistbelt bag?

Harold

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From: Lucien_vD@compuserve.com
To: leica-users <leica-users@mejac.palo-alto.ca.us>
Subject: Backpack Lowepro
Date: 29 May, 1997 12:04 PM


I currently use the Lowepro OMNI SPORT, it is not a backpack but it is
taylor made for Leica Ms.

check : http://www.lowepro.com/index.htm

Smaller than the Traveler, the little Omni Sport is packed with features
like the
built-in waistbelt. 

Capacity: 1 Leica M with 35/2, 1 Leica M + Leicavit with 50/2,
90/2,8 Tele-Elmarit, 135/4, 24/2,8 + viewfinder,
small Flash (Popular), Polfilter in box.

FEATURES 
**Adjustable Waistbelt Batwing Straps ( Very confortable for long walk)
Reverse Open Lid
Fast convenient access to equipment (but you have to put it at horizontal
before full open)
Laminated Mesh Pockets protect delicate accessories and camera surfaces.
But not AW !!

Size:11.5W x 4D x 8H in. (29x 10x 20.5 cm)
Weight:1 lb., 8 oz. (680g)
Color:Black
Materials:600 D TXP, High Density Closed Cell Foam, 210 D Nylon Lining

As backpack there is also the Omni Trekker , but I have never use it, or
seen it.

The Omni Trekker is the largest bag in the series, It's a
**convertible backpack/camera bag that fits right into the
new Omni Trekker Extreme Case, Pelican 1550 or any
other similarly sized hard case. It has a full zipper opening
so that you can reach all of your gear without removing the bag from the
case.
The Omni Trekker extreme Case is water and air tight and has a purge valve
and a fold-down handle.
It's padlock ready so you can check it through on flights without worry.

35mm Capacity: 1 - 2 large professional SLRs, 8 - 9 lenses, flash and
accessories

FEATURES

Hideaway Backpack Harness
Adjustable CollarCut Shoulder Straps, sternum straps and waistbelt for a
comfortable fit
Reverse Open Lid
Easy access to gear when carried on the shoulder
Laminated Mesh Pockets
Protect delicate accessories and camera surfaces
Exterior Pockets
2 hold documents and accessories.
Quick Release Buckles
Provides extra security
Non-Slip Lowepro Strap
Curved to fit your shoulder. Attaches to metal D rings that hold full
rotation
clips
Hand Grip For comfortable, attache-style carrying
Size:18W x 6D x 13H in. (46 x 15 x 33 cm)
Weight:5 lbs. 8 oz. (2.5 kg)
Color: Black
Materials:600 D TXP, High Density Closed Cell Foam, 210 D Nylon Lining



Lucien
BELGIUM
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