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Kata R-103 GDC Rucksack Reviews

Customer Rating:
Summary: Fits LOTS of stuff in here
Comment: This thing fits all my gear and fells very comfortable to wear, even for long periods of time.

I have a 28-80, 70-300, 50, a Kiron lens roughly the same size as the 70-300, a 40d, lens hoods, battery charger, straps, filters, cleaning supplies, etc in this. I usually keep the 70-300 on the camera in the center. In and out without issue.

One complaint is the tripod holder. It doesn't seem "right". They list two methods to mount the tripod (on the side and on the front of the pack, right over the quick in/out). It seems like it will work, but the strap they provide seems to be the wrong strap. It doesn't hold tight and instead slowly releases. I imagine contacting the manufacturer would quickly resolve this, however I haven't done so yet. I've used a small bungee cord to hold it tight and it works great.

Besides that minor complaint, this is the best constructed bag I've ever seen. I was hesitant to order as I'd never heard of the line, but alas, it's worked far better than expected.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Great bag, came with a camera strap.
Comment: I wont go into detail about this bag, just read the other reviews. I wanted to comment that I got mine with a free Reflex-E camera strap. You can check it out a kata-bags.com, here is a link, http://kata-bags.com/product.asp?p_Id=406&Version=Photo So far I am very happy with the bag and strap, the strap is much better then the supplied Nikon strap. The relex-E is soft and stretches just enough to absorb some of the shock of wearing a camera and walking. The card that came with the strap said for a limited time while supplies last, so if you looking to get this bag go for it and hopefully you will get a free strap also.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: if you're looking for the toughest bag, you've found it. i highly recommend it!
Comment: this thing says quality all over! it's really, really tough on the outside (the company makes bulletproof vests and other protective gear), but soft and well padded on the inside (uses a velcro system so you can arrange how you want your gear laid out). the bag alone weighs 3.7 lbs but with all of my gear it comes to about 22+ lbs!!!

if you're wondering what can fit in there here is what i put in the rucksack:

d700 plus mb-d10 grip, 2x ms-d10, 1 en-el3e battery chamber
50mm 1.4D
85mm 1.4D
14-24mm 2.8G
24-70mm 2.8G
70-200mm 2.8G
sb-900 plus case with the included accesories
expodisc, polarizer, 2x en-el3e and other accesories

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Very satisfied with this DSLR bag
Comment: The construction is rugged, stylish & well through off. I have my 40D with 70-200 f/4 IS lens + 17-85 & and many small items like filters, batteries, charger, Flash cards in my bag & yet it feels very light.

Little inconvenience: I felt the documents supplied with the bag added little to no value in understanding the straps & attachments, but Kata's customer service responded very promptly via email with better documents (but by then I figured it myself).

You can't go wrong with this.

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Customer Rating:
Summary: Delivers as promised!
Comment: I was surprised at the size of the backpack, somehow not thinking it would have the storage space that it does. I fit a large Toshiba laptop, 2 Canon HDV camcorders, a microphone, and some extra gear in it.

It replaced a laptop backpack and a smaller camcorder carrying case. Much more convenient having one bag for both.

One thing I wish it had was a pouch on the outside for easily accessed storage for items like a wallet, keys, etc. The 2 small pouches on the side were just not big enough for something like that.

The bag is well-constructed, sturdy and gives great protection for the gear inside. The dividers are velcro-laden to give you some ability to customize.

It came with a plethora of straps and little baggies, and it was a mystery as to what they were for until I checked them out a bit.

I have yet to travel with it, but plan to in late November, 2008. It will be nice to have a single carry-on and not have to debate checking my laptop or cameras.

If I even need another bag, Kata will be where I start my search.

Highly recommended.

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