Backpack for 12x20

[michael9793]

I finally settled on a lightware case for my 8x20 and I can hold my camera and 5 holders plus smaller items. no lens.

 

[michael9793]

how about 54. next year I want to go to Yosemite and pack around a 8x10. I'm trying to get into shape now so I will be ready by then. But 90# pack my word that is some real packing.

 

[Jim Fitzgerald]

And don't tell me it is something that you have to give up when you turn 30 cause I don't buy it.

Where there is a will, there is a way.[/QUOTE]

I agree with this also. I'm over 50 and only 5"6". It is not easy with 50lbs on my back up hill in the sand. But it is sure worth the effort when you come out of the darkroom. Keep in shape both physically and mentally because there are great images out there. Find them!

Jim

 

[ilya1963]

"Im completely enticed by this product, will be measuring my existing case to see if the 27" width is satisfactory.
http://www.granitegear.com/products/...s/4/index.html"

My only suggestion is to think of it TALL instead of WIDE , better wait ballance , Plus don't forget tripod has to go on the inside...

ILYA

 

[David Brown]

Matt is not planning on actual "backpacking". He's not trekking miles into the wilderness. He just needs to get his gear from the truck to inside whatever abandoned building he'll be trespassing that day.

 

[scootermm]

Matt is not planning on actual "backpacking". He's not trekking miles into the wilderness. He just needs to get his gear from the truck to inside whatever abandoned building he'll be trespassing that day.

"officer I do not know a single thing about what this gentleman and complete stranger is reffering to, I would never willingly/deliberately or otherwise trespass on adequately designated private property. I merely got lost and stumbled over the 9ft fence lined with razor wire. That is a common mistake is it not? and never mind the lonestar in my hand"

 

[Jeremy]

heheheh

 

[photobackpacker]

Now don't count me out. I have been working behind the scenes in a collaboration with Kelty that is looking very promising. In fact, there is a possibility I will have samples of these new packs to show at the upcoming View Camera Magazine conference and trade show.

That is all I can go into right now but it is looking very exciting.

Bruce

www.photobackpacker.com

Well, I am saddened to learn that photobackpacker could not help you as I was just about to contact him for one of my own. I have the 8x10 system and it is awesome, if they only made one of those camera cases for ulf then you could put it in just about any large type Kelty pack with frame.
Phillip

 

[PBrooks]

Hello Photobackpacker, I'm not counting you out. As I mentioned I already have the 8x10 system. I think you have a great product and hope that we can come to some sort of arrangement to fit my new 14x17 with lens and 4 film holders in some sort of a Kelty pack. Any ideas!
Phillip

 

[photobackpacker]

Stay tuned ...

Hello Photobackpacker, I'm not counting you out. As I mentioned I already have the 8x10 system. I think you have a great product and hope that we can come to some sort of arrangement to fit my new 14x17 with lens and 4 film holders in some sort of a Kelty pack. Any ideas!
Phillip

 

[colrehogan]

Stay tuned ...

Maybe even for 5x12? I hope to stop by your booth at the VC Conference.

 

[photo8x10]

I hope also one for a 8x20....

Stefano

 

[reggie]

How about something like this? I've seen assorted models of these on the 'net and they look pretty good for on location tresspassing/photographing and hauling down a dirt road, etc. I know Oliver Gagliani used one - I saw it on his DVD and it seemed to work great. The heavy load can be well balanced and this will carry a lot of stuff.

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BTW, thanks for the links to the Granite Gear packs. They look awesome.

-R

 

[michael9793]

Stefano,
I have my 8x20 in a lightware case that has rollers and will hold my camera and 10 holders it oyu have that many. I have my camera, 5 holders, and dark cloth in the case. I could put a lens in but I keep them in a separate bag.

regards
Mike

 

[Mike A]

I've had my eye on this system C:\Documents and Settings\allemt\Desktop\Cargo_Chair.htm

Mike

 

[Mike A]

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[Jim Fitzgerald]

I know, I know, a back pack for 12x20?!?!?!

But if I were to "require" a back pack, does anyone have any suggestions.
I plan to stop by a local outdoor gear store (REI type store) and test out a few Osprey wheeled backpacks I researched the other night to see if theyll work. Any other suggestions? links? Inventive ideas/solutions?

Matt, You might want to check out REI. They have two packs that might be of interest. The REI Grand Tour Travel pack is a panel loader and it is about 24x14x10 or something like that. I think it is 3800ci. I looked at it today and it looks good. I'm thinking of it for my 8x20. Yes, I will backpack with it also! The REI Mars is another one to check out. It is about 27x16x10 I think. It is a top and panel loader. The panel loading is like a duffle. A horseshoe shaped zipper. I didn't see this one but it looks like something to check out. These are both about 185.00-195.00.

Jim

 

[scootermm]

thanks for the info Jim.

Ill have to stop by REI sometime soon to see how the camera fits in either of those bags.

have shot quite a bit with the 12x20 hauling it around in the HUGE suitcase I bought for storing it... works alright... but Ill need to either get something to put on my back or something with bigger wheels for the places Im rolling this beast.
by the way, despite the pain in the ass factor... I do love this camera/format.

 

[sanking]

thanks for the info Jim.

Ill have to stop by REI sometime soon to see how the camera fits in either of those bags.

have shot quite a bit with the 12x20 hauling it around in the HUGE suitcase I bought for storing it... works alright... but Ill need to either get something to put on my back or something with bigger wheels for the places Im rolling this beast.
by the way, despite the pain in the ass factor... I do love this camera/format.

I have something called a freigher frame that you might be able to use. It basiclaly just a back-pack frame with a platform on the bottom and you strap what you want to carry to the frame. I used it many years ago for backpacking my 12X20 Korona and a couple of holders. I have sold my 12X20 and don't anticipate using the frame much in future so I might let it go. If you are interested contact me by pm.

Sandy

 

[Kilgallb]

I took an aluminum 4 foot step ladder and put large wheels on the bottom of the step side. I attched a metal bracket to the top step to make an arm. It is kind of like a golf cart. The side benefit is it is a ladder that you can use to stand up to a height tripod. I also can mount a ball head to the top of the ladder.

I pack my 4x5 camera and a few light essentials in a day pack. I lash my tripod and other heavier stuff to the ladder. The entire thing is great on trails but not so great off trail. It does allow me to back pack in a few Kilometers with tent, overnight gear etc. The ladder assembly weights less than the garden trailers.

In winter I use a toboggan.

 

[JasonC]

Perhaps something like this,

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Jason.

 

[Jim Fitzgerald]

Jason, my buddy and fellow 8x20 shooter Dan Dozer is thinking about getting this one. I hope he chimes in if he gets it.

Jim

 

[Dan Dozer]

Since you brought it up - - - - - I have a very large duffle type of bag that I got from a fly fishing store that is designed to hold everyting you might have including your waders in it. It is easily large enough for the 8 x 20 and eveything that goes with it, including lenses and a couple of film holders. I plan on trying this backpack frame and just strap the bag to the back of it. That way, I don't have to try to get a ready made pack that is large enough for the big cameras.

In case you are interested, the duffle bag is made by Fishpond (fishpondusa.com) and it is the Yellowstone wader/duffle bag. I have used it on it's own before with the 8 x 20 and the shoulder strap. The first half mile from the car goes fine, but the half mile back is torture. That's why I'm looking into the back pack frame.

 

[ewmoore]

I use a Tenba PBH mounted on a Sherpa Cart to haul my Canham 8x10 kit around. I doubt the pack would hold a 12x20, but the cart would easily carry a much larger pack or case. It's quite strong and has large bicycle wheels that allow it to travel over some pretty rough trails. The handle of the cart can be positioned to keep the cart in a horizontal position when at rest. If the pack or case opens like a panel backpack, you can then access the equipment directly without having to set things on the ground.

I use large industrial velcro cable ties to hold the pack to the cart. This allows me to quickly detach the pack if I need to carry it over terrain that the cart won't handle, or where the cart isn't allowed. Remounting the pack just takes a few seconds.

 

[jeroldharter]

Alot of good ideas. I liked the ladder with wheels and a tripod head.

Although not suitable for backpacking, some other ideas include a double baby jogging stroller or a double, convertable biking trailer.jogging stroller (the latter is pricey but unique).

http://www.joggingstroller.com/Baby-Jogger-Switchback.pro#specs