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Osprey Packs Switch 26 Pack - 1500-1700cu in
I am looking for a stout day pack to be used in a variety of...
By jeff
Ranked #1367 - Winter Packs
October 26, 2009
I am looking for a stout day pack to be used in a variety of conditions from desert heat to Eastern Sierra snow.
After viewing the video posted above, I think that this pack may address my needs as related to an outdoor photographer. I am wondering if anyone could comment on the use of this pack to haul a 3-5 pound tripod on the back (like the shovel in the video), and also be able to carry my DLSR camera body, and two or three lenses, plus my snacks, first aid, etc...
Most camera packs are not intended for backcountry use, including my current Tamrac, which has fabulous features, but not rugged enough and lacks moderate protection from the elements. I greatly appreciate your opinions and observations regarding the ability of this pack to cross-over for a photographer !! ~ jeff
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By Shane O'Donnell
Ranked #17 - Winter Packs
October 27, 2009
Depending on what lenses you plan on taking with you, I would say that you for sure could use this pack. The tripod should fit fine on the outside, and body, first aid, couple snacks and couple lenses should fit. I haven't tried a big load out of camera gear in this particular pack, but it does hold quite a bit of gear. A more all-seasons orientated pack might work out better for you though, for some more external storage to keep the body and lenses in the main pouch and water bottle or snack on the outside, easily accessible.
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- Stretch woven nylon with Lycra, 420D Samurai diamond ripstop nylon, 300D fade-resistant polyester
- Volume:
- [S] 1500cu in (24L); [M] 1600cu in (26L); [L] 1700cu in (28L)
- Suspension:
- Padded shoulder straps, Snowshed back panel with contoured high density polyethylene framesheet
- Hip-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Top, side zip, back panel zip
- External Pockets:
- 1 Helmet, 1 goggle, 2 hip belt
- Snowboard Carry:
- Yes, vertical
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, A-frame or diagonal
- Gear Loops:
- No
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Yes
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- [S] 2lb 14oz (1300g); [M] 3lb 1oz (1380g); [L] 3lb 4oz (1470g)
- Recommended Use:
- Inbounds and backcountry skiing and snowboarding, snowshoeing
- Warranty:
- Lifetime
- Country of Origin:
- China
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