Well... just as an example: I recently did a little series which involved myself standing waist-deep in the river Clyde (which is tidal) in a rubber waders suit, carrying all camera equipment above head height to the tripod, while trying to navigate the stony and slippery river bed. Your physique, bank account and love of risk might of course vary, but I myself sure did go for the cheap and light-weight gear alternatives! And that's before I contemplate places I can only reach after three hours of hill walking, with a high chance of getting soaked in the Scottish rain...
But each to their own, live and let live... or, erm, photograph and let photograph :-) !
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