At 08:20 AM 18/02/98 -0600, Gene Mayeda <gmayeda@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
[snip]
>> 1. Does anyone have any updated advice on "soft" camera bags? Any other
>> models which have worked out well for your needs?
>
>I have been very happy with both Domke and Billingham.However both
>brands say, "steal me" to thieves.A diaper bag is something that is
>practical and who in their right mind would steal used diapers?
I've enjoyed my LowePro stuff immensely, but Gene's right -- you have to
watch the damn things all the time when you're out in a public place; it's
too easy for someone to snaffle in a moment and walk away with.
>> 2. What color Pelican should I get? I was planning on getting a black one,
>> but then I read some stuff by Ansel Adams where he indicated quite
firmly that
>> a black case would be a mistake, primarily because the contents would get
>> very hot if the case were left out in the sun. Not wanting to cook my gear
>> on the rare occasion that I am outside in the sun (I live in New England
>> after all!) I am now considering a grey one instead. Any thoughts?
>>
>Try a silver space blanket or any white cloth,like a towel, for those
>times your Pelican is out in the sun.A beat-up picnic cooler is my
>choice for practical storage when impressing the client is not
>neccessary.Recently I've been tempted to buy a new cooler with built-in
>wheels.
I haven't noticed the LowePro getting all that hot inside -- they are
padded with foam, after all, and it's an excellent insulator. My bags are
dark blue in colour.
I like the cooler suggestion, though -- great place to keep your beer. 8^>
Garth
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