Re: Field camera necessities

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From: Edward Meyers (aghalide@panix.com)
Date: 05/31/01-06:44:09 PM Z


On Thu, 31 May 2001, Sandy King wrote:

> Depending on one's physical condition the use of one of the small rolling
> suitcases might be a more viable option than a backpack for moving camera
> gear in 8x10 and larger sizes. Or, better yet, get a small cart onto which
> you can strap your camera box and tripod. I bought a cart from Porter's
> (name was something like Ru-XX or such) with 7" wheels that has a capacity
> of over 200 lbs. It worked really well for me on a recent photographic
> trip to Spain in getting to off-road situations up to 200-300 feet from the
> car with the 12X20 camera. It does not work very well on rough, uneven
> terrain, however. For that kind of work I use a Sherpa cart, which has much
> larger tires. With the Sherpa you easily move a lot of equipment on it even
> on mountain trails.
>
> Sandy King
>
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> >There is a backpack suitable for 8x10 made by "f/64". It handles a
> >Deardorff-style 8x10 camera with ease, though I don't know whether a B&J
> >will fold up correctly. I carry the camera, three lenses including a
> >gigantic 165mm Super Angulon, and three film holders, plus BTZS hood and
> >accessories, without needing the detachable side pockets that came with it.
> >The smaller J-series Ries tripod, while described as suitable for up to 5x7,
> >is entirely adequate for 8x10 and 7x17.
> >
> >Speaking of which, after rummaging through many a camping supply store I
> >found a light backpack with internal frame that would swallow my 7x17
> >Kornona with lens attached, along with a couple film holders and
> >hood.---Carl
> >--
> > web site with picture galleries
> > and workshop information at:
> >
> > http://home.earthlink.net/~cweese/
> >
> >----------
> >>From: Dave Rose <photo@wir.net>
> >>To: Alt Photo List <alt-photo-process-l@usask.ca>
> >>Subject: Re: Field camera necessities
> >>Date: Thu, May 31, 2001, 9:18 AM
> >>
> >
> >> I use a Kelty external-frame backpack to carry my 4x5 outfit. I constructed
> >> special wooden boxes for holding and protecting my camera and lenses. The
> >> boxes fit snugly into the interior of the pack. With this set up, I can
> >> (and do) hike for many miles in search of photos. With both 4x5 and 35mm
> >> cameras, film, filters, tripod, water, etc.... the pack weighs about 40-50
> >> lbs. Needless to say, I'm in good physical shape.
> >>
> >> Best regards,
> >> Dave Rose
> >> Cactus Cowboy
> >> Big Wonderful Wyoming
> >>
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Wow. How do I buy myself a Sherpa Cart? I've been looking for one
for years. Just the idea of having one gives me goose bumps.
Ed


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