I have the Dakine Sequence, and I really like it. For my purposes, it\'s a lot better than a typical photo backpack -- it\'s lighter and wears very comfortably. The removable camera block is nice, since it gives you some flexibility if you want to downsize to move lighter/faster. Good tripod attachment options, too. Carrying a 3-series Gitzo is not a problem.
I also recently picked up a Gregory V22, which is a smallish pack with the sprung frame to keep the bag off your back. It should be cooler than the Dakine, though obviously not able to carry as much bulk. It should be good for a body and a couple of lenses in their own cases, as well as food, jacket, etc.
Like you, I have a 3-series Gitzo (3541LS), and I\'m not sure how well it would ride on the little Gregory -- I think I can rig attachment points, but it might be pushing it. If I didn\'t have the Dakine and wanted a Gregory/Osprey-style pack that I wanted to load a bit heavier, I\'d probably go up a size (Gregory V30, or an Osprey equivalent).
I\'m going to Big Bend National Park later this week, and I\'ll take both bags -- the Dakine will haul everything, and the Gregory will be a lighter option for quick scrambles. If I know I want to carry the big legs, I\'ll probably stick to the Dakine (I also have a 0-series Gitzo that I can easily either slip inside or lash outside the Gregory).
Dec 15, 2008 at 02:44 PM
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