On another thread, Ari was asking about backpack options for the Toyo 810M. I've been meaning to post a bit of a review of the pack that I've been using, the EVOC CP 35l photo pack, so I figured this was good motivation to get around to it. Rather than clog up Ari's thread with a pile of photos I've started a new one.
First a bit about EVOC. I own several of their packs for mountain biking. I'm a big fan of them, especially how well they fit when doing difficult riding. We also own one of their airline bike travel cases which has proven very durable. So, when I saw they had a photo pack coming out I jumped on it, originally to use with my Pentax 645N system. However, it turns out to be a really good pack for the 8x10 and that's mostly what I've been using it for.
I like it because it fits securely especially doing technical activities, holds the gear I use well, protects things and is generally well made. The downside is at 35 L in size you're pretty much limited to the basics, you're not going to fit a huge kit or a ton of film holders in here.
Here's the basic look of the pack:
You have quick access to the top compartment, handy to grab a camera body or whatever. (I don't normally have a 645 in there!)
The side pockets are really big and will hold jackets, gloves, water bottles, light meters.... They are also big enough to hold a stack of 4x5 film holders.
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