I have been searching for several years for the perfect traveling backpack. My criteria included sleek looking style, easy access to contents, not too many pockets to loose things in, needs to work for carry on, TSA, walking in the City, Walking on trails, easy access and protection of my DSLR, separate computer compartment, easy storage and access to trekking poles, and a few more. With an upcoming trip and after far too many hours on the internet I had narrowed it down to 4, this among them. This was the winner after again far too long trying to decide. I packed it up & took it to Death Valley.
I was initially impressed with the ease of packing, ease of access, and several other aspects. I though perhaps any of my final 4 would have worked equally well, until.......
Whilst climbing a ridge I miscalculated the looseness of the hiking surface and took a fall down the side of the ridge. I fell then slid a good 25 feet, spinning and bumping along. So many things going through my head when I took the spill. Upon stopping my first concern was my terribly sore knee that I had heard and felt pop. Also my knuckles that had been scratched raw, my butt that took the slide, my clothing that took the slide, and If I would need to be carried out of that somewhat remote location.
What I was NOT concerned about was my computer, camera, and phone that were all in this backpack. So unconcerned that I didn't check them until we got back to the campsite. The backpack was absolutely fine as were the contents. It had all happened so fast so I can't make this claim with full confidence, but I suspect the backpack also kept my head from bouncing on the ground as well (for reference, I would be considered an average size and weight person).
None of the other 3 of my finalist backpacks could have passed this fall test and hobbling back to the car I was very sure I had made the right choice. The other 3 were soft backpacks. This backpack is very sturdy without being bulky It is easy to pack an retrieve things and holds all you would need for a day hike. I used the included storage cube for my DSLR accessories and it was perhaps 1/4-1/2 inch too short but I was still able to zip it over my lens. That is perhaps my only complaint.
This backpack didn't save my life or anything that dramatic, but I was quite reassured and happy that IT was the backpack I was relying on for my equipment. I didn't get off quite that easy, with a pulled hamstrings and a torn MCL.
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ViewPoint CS 40
Flexible organization for GoPro and other action video accessories.
ViewPoint CS 40 - A Soft-Sided, Protective Case for a GoPro Action Camera
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Extra carry & attach optionsQuick-grab handle and built-in straps provide extra carry and attach options. |
Smart interior organizationSmart interior organization includes built-in memory pocket and accessory panels. |
ProtectionSoft-sided construction is paired with a padded interior for protection from bumps, abrasion and moisture. |
Small accessory storageFlexible and removable divider pockets offer space for small action accessories. |
Pack your action video camera kit in the protective and portable ViewPoint CS 40
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ViewPoint CS 40 FitsThe ViewPoint CS 40 fits a GoPro or similar action video camera. The CS 40 also fits multiple action accessories such as cables, microSD cards, thumb screws, mounts, backdoor, filter, remote, batteries, small tools, etc. |
Smart interior organizationThe ViewPoint CS 40 offers smart interior organization which includes two adjustable dividers, one with a built-in pocket to stash a backdoor, filter or remote (and keep it from scratching the camera). The see-through zippered mesh pocket holds microSD cards, cables, backdoors, mounts, tools, manuals, etc. |
PortableThe super-portable design makes it easy to carry in a larger bag or carry by the grab handle. The exterior webbing straps provide extra carry and attach options. |
ViewPoint Series - Get Inspired
ViewPoint is your ultimate POV travel solution! Take your action video cameras everywhere with these protective and flexible cases and backpack. From the skate park to the streets, make each day epic.
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Perfect drone bag. Almost
I spent a very long time looking for a backpack to carry everything I take with me on my weekly trips.1. Mavic pro2. SurfaceBook Pro3. Tablet4. KindleAnd all of the message things a person needs to airline travel every week.It has a special compartment for your drone that you can get to without removing the backpack from you back. Large compartment on top that holds a myriad of things like Anker battery and my bose quite control 30s extra props chargers cables voice recorder and numourious other things.Only one complaint. Lowpro provided a outside strap to hold the 250 to your roller bag but they put it at the very bottom of the bag. This makes the bag sit precariously on your roller bag. I added a mid strap to mine to hold my hat and to help so this situation.I have been using this bag for this setup now for about 8 months and I have had no problems. Material at first appears to be thin but after 20 or so trips and many of thousands of miles the bag still looks good with little signs of wear.If you are looking for a bag that can hold everything. Look no further.
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Alejandro Viveros Tedy
Buen estuche para gopro
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good accessory for my travel photograpy and electronics
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