On Tue, Dec 17, 2013 at 12:35 AM, Moose <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> I suggested them as larger Domkes, with proper top openings.
>
> I would not buy them, although I've often looked at them, for a few
> reasons.
>
> - I don't see the point of buying canvas without a waterproof lining
> and/or cover.
>
> - I don't like the big, coarse snap hooks they use for closure. On big
> bags, maybe. On smaller ones, no. They bang into
> things, marring surfaces and making a lot of noise. They easily catch on
> things as you pass by closely. I guess they are
> a signature thing, but there are better alternatives.
>
>
All valid points, and all things that would have turned me off as well.
> I've said it before .. The older (some new still available on the 'Bay)
> LowePro PhotoRunner is still the best small
> waist/shoulder bag I know of for more than a single camera/lens.
> <
> http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p3984.m570.l1311.R1.TR11.TRC1.A0.Xlowepro+photo&_nkw=lowepro+photo+runner&_sacat=0&_from=R40
> >
>
> I can see several on the 'bay right now. I've never worn one as a
beltpack before, but I can see advantages. The PhotoRunner looks quite
useful. And the ones that say, "There are some scuffs on the front" -
perfect. Doesn't look shiny and new.
I'm talking about the one simply labeled PhotoRunner, without a number
> after the name. The 'PhotoRunner 100'
> replacement, already discontinued itself, doesn't look bad, but less
> flexible than the original, with smaller side pockets.
>
> It's the same length as the v. expensive bag Chris suggested, taller and
> wider (and WAAAAAY cheaper.) The FL-50 will fit
> in one end. E-M5 with 12-50, hood on, and the grip part of the HLD-6 will
> drop lens down in the center, with room for
> 20/1.7 and other stuff at the other end.
>
> That sounds like exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks, Moose.
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