Tenba 632-343 Shootout Medium Backpack with Wheels (Black)
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Manufacturer: TENBAModel: 632-343
Color: Black
Product features:
- Fits most 15 inch laptops also 17inch MacBook Pro/PowerBook size
- Rolling Backpack version features inline skate wheels and retractable mono-tube handle.
- When not carrying tripod in MSTC System tripod compartment becomes extra full zip-around pocket large enough for a jacket newspapers/magazines etc
- Exclusive, fully-adjustable MSTC Multi-Stage Tripod Carrier System securely accommodates all popular outdoor tripod types and sizes
- Hand-carry straps on top of pack and both sides let you grab and go from any position.
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Digital camera reviews of Tenba 632-343 Shootout Medium Backpack with Wheels (Black)
Digital camera Review: Bag aficionado's review
Summary: 5 Stars
Another reviewer here called upon his disdain for bags to show how nice this bag is. I will do the opposite. I love bags. The more utilitarian, the better. The intent of this bag is to fit and protect a laptop, a ton of camera gear while still being storable in the overhead bin of a commercial aircraft. Does it meet these goals? Yes, but it is not perfect.
Pros:
- Room for lots of gear. I can carry both dSLR bodies and the rest of my gear easily. The bag will accommodate my Canon T1i with a battery pack installed without a problem. There's room for a lot of lenses. Since I am still developing my collection of lenses, I can fit my 3 (70-300mm, 18-200mm and 18-55mm) and have room for several others.
- Superb protection of gear. The padding is sturdy and strategically placed. You can move around the protective sections, but not at the expense of sturdiness. I say this because some of the bags I have seen will allow you to move the padding, but the fabric separates from the padding itself. This causes sagging and things move around a lot in the bag. This bag by Tenba avoids this problem.
- Adaptable. I can use the wheels with the straps all stowed/hidden. The hidden straps don't get in the way when storing at the house or in the plane. Then, fairly easily, I can unzip one zipper, connect two D-rings and close one piece of double-sided Velcro to make the bag a backpack. Pretty easy. And, there is a way to get into the side of the bag to get gear. (More on this later)
- Waterproof. The bag is virtually rain-proof even before you put on the included rain cover. Some people have complained about the zippers being stiff. This is a feature, not a defect. The zippers are waterproof so you can hike or travel and not worry about your gear getting wet. Then, you can take out the cover, and your bag becomes completely waterproof.
- Tripod holder. Able to adapt to any size tripod. Very nice.
- Accessories included. An iPod/phone pocket and media wallet are both included. These are made to snap onto the belt.
- Straps and wheels. Straps are comfortable and the waist belt is substantial enough to take the weight off the shoulders. The waist belt is not as substantial as a Kielty hiking bag, but they are nice and effective. The wheels are not cheap.
- Laptop compartment - Fit my laptops (both my 10 inch and my 17 inch laptop, but not at the same time, of course).
Cons
- Size - The bag is bigger than the medium moniker suggests. The bag will not fit in commuter plane overhead bins, but it will fit in larger aircraft bins.
- Weight - The bag is heavy. Put your gear in and it's heavier. :)
- Pockets - The pocket system is nice, but not as nice as it could be. There are three internal pockets on the inside of the main flap. Two are translucent and one is opaque. There are two larger pockets on either side of the outside of the bag. There is one large outside pocket that doubles as a tripod holding system. These pockets are too generic. I like to have cubby holes for everything. These are just large storage spaces. (personal preference, not a defect)
- No real quick access. The zippers are slow to open due to their design to protect (a very nice feature, IMO). The side pockets have access panels into the main compartment, but I cannot fit my camera through the hole easily.
- The outer rain cover uses snaps rather than a better fastener, which makes for a frustrating time keeping the cover on. The snaps come undone way too easily and allow for water to breech the outer rain cover.
A great bag, but could benefit from a few improvements. This is highly recommended. I did a lot of searching and the only other bags I really liked were the Lowepro series. But, this bag had all the items I needed. Look around and compare, but don't pass up comparing the line of Tenba bags for your camera gear needs.
Summary of Tenba 632-343 Shootout Medium Backpack with Wheels (Black)
Shootout Backpacks The flagships of the collection, Shootout Backpacks are offered in five simply-named sizes: Mini, Small, Medium, Large and Large Rolling. The size range covers every conceivable need, from day-trippers and vacationing enthusiasts to outdoor/commercial pros working on remote locations or expeditions. All sizes except the Mini include padded, frame sheet reinforced laptop compartments for computers up to 17" (depending upon backpack size). The Large and Rolling backpacks are suitable for lenses up to 400 or 500mm, depending upon specific equipment variables. All models incorporate easily customized, well-padded interiors, fully-adjustable harness/belt systems, and the fast-deploying, "Velcro-free" WeatherWrap auxiliary protection cover. The generous, padded side pockets feature interior panels that can be moved to convert the space from cargo pocket to QuickAccess interior hatches. This allows fast, easy retrieval of a lens or accessory without having to fully remove or open the entire pack. The Backpacks also feature a significant new innovation, dubbed "MSTC", for Multi-Stage Tripod Carrying system, which adjusts to securely and optimally carry tripods of varying sizes and styles. All Shootout Backpacks and Waistpacks also come complete with "attachable" accessories one a media card wallet and the other a padded pouch for phone or portable audio player. The accessory cases are secured to the packs with clip-on security tethers, but can be removed and attached to various clip-on points on Shootout waist belts and/or shoulder pads.Cases & Bags
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