I got the Farmer's Double on your recommendation, mostly because there's no place close and convenient enough for me to see it in person.
Now there's all this talk about the Shrinkle, and you're thinking about going back now that you have the 20D (which is what I have).
Can you describe what the differences are between the two? I can't seem to figure it out.
:nono i'm not switching (and sorry to ginger, i'm afraid)
the schrinkle is quite nice - but if i got it, it wouldn't be my main daily bag for in/out of nyc. it'd be for when i travel. erik's right - with 20d, flash, a few lenses etc, the bag wouldn't fit the 15" pbook comfortably.
for now, i'm sticking with the farmer's double, i really like the roominess of this bag. and the 20d fits in the lower pouch so easily!
I got the Farmer's Double on your recommendation, mostly because there's no place close and convenient enough for me to see it in person.
Now there's all this talk about the Shrinkle, and you're thinking about going back now that you have the 20D (which is what I have).
Can you describe what the differences are between the two? I can't seem to figure it out.
I've never seen a f-double, but I think I know what its like, I'll give it a go.
The schrinkle has one big main compartment which you access from the back panel. Take the bag off, lay it on the ground, and the whole back unzips to reveal the goodies. the front pockets are very slim and will hold maybe a spare battery or two and your ipod.
The farmers double has 2 very large pockets that access from the front. the lower pocket seems almost like a kangaroo pouch in that, when you unzip it, it flops out a bit and all your big gear goes in there. the top pocket I believe has a laptop pouch that slides all the way down, but also has room for another lens or two. Altogether the bag is bigger, but also arranged differently.
The farmers double has 2 very large pockets that access from the front. the lower pocket seems almost like a kangaroo pouch in that, when you unzip it, it flops out a bit and all your big gear goes in there. the top pocket I believe has a laptop pouch that slides all the way down, but also has room for another lens or two. Altogether the bag is bigger, but also arranged differently.
andy, how'd I do?
yeah. bottom compartment - 20d, with 50, or 24L or 35L on board. two spaces either side for the other two lenses, or for that matter a 10-22 or a 16-35 or a 100mm macro, or most any lens shorter than the 70-200, 24-70 variety.
inside main compartment: 15" pbook nearest my back. next sleeve, three folders (work, photography stuff, personal papers). current issue of aperture, b&w, or american photo. this part has a flap that covers over the pbook and folders. now there's *plenty* of room inside the main compartment for: 70-200L, 580ex, and at least another lens or two.
outer top pocket: checkbook, wallet, ziploc with cleaning supplies, mrp business cards, mink brush, small blower, passport, etc.
in my case, here's what i fit in the farmer's double *without* forcing -- the zip comfortably closes..
* 20d, 24L aboard
* 50 f/1.4
* 35L
* 70-200L i.s. (in a thin protective sleeve)
* 100mm macro
* 580ex (in its' case)
* pl filter, nd filter
* standard hardcover novel (by any author except clavell or michener )
* cellphone in pocket on right strap (a.w. mod)
* ipod in pocket on left strap (a.w. mod)
that's what i put in it when i'm traveling. day-to-day in nyc i'm trimmed down - one to three lenses max and the laptop and not much else
i'll say this: the configuration is awesome. quick access to laptop and inside stuff. quick access to lower compartment. and the bag is the most comfortable bag i've ever carried on my back.
:nono i'm not switching (and sorry to ginger, i'm afraid)
the schrinkle is quite nice - but if i got it, it wouldn't be my main daily bag for in/out of nyc. it'd be for when i travel. erik's right - with 20d, flash, a few lenses etc, the bag wouldn't fit the 15" pbook comfortably.
for now, i'm sticking with the farmer's double, i really like the roominess of this bag. and the 20d fits in the lower pouch so easily!
gubbs i saw that
if you want it,i can buy it for you and have it to london next week, via diplomatic pouch, if the seller will fedex tomorrow.
hurry. pm me if int.
andy,
I was so close to saying yes, but you've got me thinking about the FD now, I suspect I might need that extra space soon, plus my lunchbox has to fit in somewhere . Thanks anyway, much apreciated. thumb
Charles, how big is that lens, or have you shrunk???
Thanks for the advice
That is the 500 f/4.0L with the lens hood in ready position. My big criteria is that I be able to change between any of the lenses, extension tube, and extender without having to put down a bag or sit down. The 500L and the 17-35L are carried with the lens shade in ready position. If the 70-200L is on the camera then the 24-70L is in ready position in the 70-200's bag. Most lens changes are done in a few seconds. This is a walking/working carry that is also comfortable on the shoulders and back. For non-shooting transport I use a cheap, small, hard sided carry-on type case. The lenses with the walking bags fit in it.
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I ended up going for a "brian's hot tub" over the shrinkler, I'll do some pictures later but first impressions are good. It spent 4 hours on my back yesterday (fully loaded) and the only bit that ached was my shoulder which still aches from last weekend.
Thanks too everyone for all the help and comments, excellent stuff
Gubbs Good deal hope it works for you I will be very interested in seeing photos of it loaded with all your gear. I have a hard time buying backpacks without trying them first
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:nono i'm not switching (and sorry to ginger, i'm afraid)
the schrinkle is quite nice - but if i got it, it wouldn't be my main daily bag for in/out of nyc. it'd be for when i travel. erik's right - with 20d, flash, a few lenses etc, the bag wouldn't fit the 15" pbook comfortably.
for now, i'm sticking with the farmer's double, i really like the roominess of this bag. and the 20d fits in the lower pouch so easily!
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The schrinkle has one big main compartment which you access from the back panel. Take the bag off, lay it on the ground, and the whole back unzips to reveal the goodies. the front pockets are very slim and will hold maybe a spare battery or two and your ipod.
The farmers double has 2 very large pockets that access from the front. the lower pocket seems almost like a kangaroo pouch in that, when you unzip it, it flops out a bit and all your big gear goes in there. the top pocket I believe has a laptop pouch that slides all the way down, but also has room for another lens or two. Altogether the bag is bigger, but also arranged differently.
andy, how'd I do?
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yeah. bottom compartment - 20d, with 50, or 24L or 35L on board. two spaces either side for the other two lenses, or for that matter a 10-22 or a 16-35 or a 100mm macro, or most any lens shorter than the 70-200, 24-70 variety.
inside main compartment: 15" pbook nearest my back. next sleeve, three folders (work, photography stuff, personal papers). current issue of aperture, b&w, or american photo. this part has a flap that covers over the pbook and folders. now there's *plenty* of room inside the main compartment for: 70-200L, 580ex, and at least another lens or two.
outer top pocket: checkbook, wallet, ziploc with cleaning supplies, mrp business cards, mink brush, small blower, passport, etc.
outer lower pocket: cf card, train scheule, keys, motrin.
in my case, here's what i fit in the farmer's double *without* forcing -- the zip comfortably closes..
* 20d, 24L aboard
* 50 f/1.4
* 35L
* 70-200L i.s. (in a thin protective sleeve)
* 100mm macro
* 580ex (in its' case)
* pl filter, nd filter
* standard hardcover novel (by any author except clavell or michener
* cellphone in pocket on right strap (a.w. mod)
* ipod in pocket on left strap (a.w. mod)
that's what i put in it when i'm traveling. day-to-day in nyc i'm trimmed down - one to three lenses max and the laptop and not much else
i'll say this: the configuration is awesome. quick access to laptop and inside stuff. quick access to lower compartment. and the bag is the most comfortable bag i've ever carried on my back.
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That's OK, now I know which one to get.
ginger
I was so close to saying yes, but you've got me thinking about the FD now, I suspect I might need that extra space soon, plus my lunchbox has to fit in somewhere
If only I could find a minty 16-35L in time
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Thanks for the advice
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I ended up going for a "brian's hot tub" over the shrinkler, I'll do some pictures later but first impressions are good. It spent 4 hours on my back yesterday (fully loaded) and the only bit that ached was my shoulder which still aches from last weekend.
Thanks too everyone for all the help and comments, excellent stuff
Cheers!!
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Good deal hope it works for you
I will be very interested in seeing photos of it loaded with all your gear.
I have a hard time buying backpacks without trying them first
Thanks
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