From: DAVID DISTEFANO (zfd@lightspeed.net)
Date: 05/31/01-09:21:47 PM Z
I have found that THE NORTH FACE backpack(7000+ cubic inch) is the best
I found for carrying equipment.It is both a top loader and panel type.
Mine will hold an 8x10, an 8x20 back, 4 lens, film holders for both film
types and all the extras that I need. I have taken it backpacking by
attaching my camping gear in O.R. bags to the outside of the pack. I
attach the tripod to the back of the pack to keep my hands free for
climbing if needed.
David Distefano
Carl Weese wrote:
>
> 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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