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alice K
I prefer camera backpacks such as lowepro computreker, is there anything out there same capacity but more versatile, like a shoulder bag or even better a backpack/shoulder bag.
Please help, much appreciated
To clarify I need to carry a backpack plus a camera bag?
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If I understand correctly, what you are asking is how do you carry your camera (preferrably in a location where it is easy to reach on the trail) when you are also carrying a full camping backpack with tent, sleeping bag, etc., yes?
I do a fair amount of multi-day backpacking trips and sometimes carry my Canon Digital Rebel SLR (and a large 35mm Minolta camera before that). What I have found is the best approach is to get one of those triangular-shaped camera cases (where the lens points down) and where (this is the important part), you can un-clip the shoulder strap. You then get a couple of carbiner clips and clip the camera case directly to your pack's front shoulder straps (with each shoulder strap linked to one corner of the case). The result is that the case is essentially strapped to your chest in front.
This works pretty well... a little weight in front actually balances out against the pack on your back and your camera is at the ready if you need it on the trail. You can stow the case's shoulder strap and any extra lens in your pack to switch around in camp as needed. The only drawback is that the case in front obscures your view of your feet somewhat which can seem a little weird at first and be a bit awkward if on a really rough trail with a lot of delicate footwork.
I have a Case Logic case that I use this way and I can fit either an SLR with a telephoto lens or a regular lens and an extra wide-angle ready in the bottom. There are other cases that would work just as well for this setup too.
Whatever you do, if you are carrying a full backpack, you do not want any more straps hanging around your neck and shoulders.
If I understand correctly, what you are asking is how do you carry your camera (preferrably in a location where it is easy to reach on the trail) when you are also carrying a full camping backpack with tent, sleeping bag, etc., yes?
I do a fair amount of multi-day backpacking trips and sometimes carry my Canon Digital Rebel SLR (and a large 35mm Minolta camera before that). What I have found is the best approach is to get one of those triangular-shaped camera cases (where the lens points down) and where (this is the important part), you can un-clip the shoulder strap. You then get a couple of carbiner clips and clip the camera case directly to your pack's front shoulder straps (with each shoulder strap linked to one corner of the case). The result is that the case is essentially strapped to your chest in front.
This works pretty well... a little weight in front actually balances out against the pack on your back and your camera is at the ready if you need it on the trail. You can stow the case's shoulder strap and any extra lens in your pack to switch around in camp as needed. The only drawback is that the case in front obscures your view of your feet somewhat which can seem a little weird at first and be a bit awkward if on a really rough trail with a lot of delicate footwork.
I have a Case Logic case that I use this way and I can fit either an SLR with a telephoto lens or a regular lens and an extra wide-angle ready in the bottom. There are other cases that would work just as well for this setup too.
Whatever you do, if you are carrying a full backpack, you do not want any more straps hanging around your neck and shoulders.
What is a good telescope, for celestial viewing, that can be taken on a week long backpacking trip?
Ducky
I understand that weight and viewing quality will contradict each other in most cases here. I would also like to spend less than $300. I will be carrying the scope for 7 days as well so the lighter the scope the better. I am comfortable with lugging around something between 5-10 lbs, but am interested in large enough aperture to view star formations, milky way, etc. I understand that getting exceptional planetary views with these specs will be much less than likely and am alright with that.
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I second Geoff's recommendation. For any backpacking trip, binoculars are going to be substantially more useful, usable, and less likely to be knocked out of alignment during the bumps and knocks inherent with hiking, camping and backpacking.
If you have the spare weight-capacity, you *might* consider getting a pair of ''astronomical binoculars''.
The Celestron Skymasters are a bit heavier (and more cumbersome) than you might care to take on a backpacking trip - but you can look.
http://www.opticsplanet.com/celestron-binoculars-skymaster-71012.html
(Keep in mind - you would also need to bring a tripod as well - - but you could likely get by with an aluminum camera-tripod - perhaps 1-1/2 pounds)
You might also consider a 'spotting telescope'' - - used by some of the big-game hunters - and made for hauling out into the woods.
http://www.celestron.com/sports_outdoors/spotting-scopes.html
or
http://www.optics4birding.com/celestron-c90-mak-39x90-angled-spotting-scopes.html
Or, for a ''real telescope'' - well - you might consider reading the review from the Stargazer's Lounge.
http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/88436-portable-telescope-for-home-and-camping/
In any case - - you want to have a decent star-atlas or a printout for the expected night-sky. (Even a modest planisphere can be a great help.)
I second Geoff's recommendation. For any backpacking trip, binoculars are going to be substantially more useful, usable, and less likely to be knocked out of alignment during the bumps and knocks inherent with hiking, camping and backpacking.
If you have the spare weight-capacity, you *might* consider getting a pair of ''astronomical binoculars''.
The Celestron Skymasters are a bit heavier (and more cumbersome) than you might care to take on a backpacking trip - but you can look.
http://www.opticsplanet.com/celestron-binoculars-skymaster-71012.html
(Keep in mind - you would also need to bring a tripod as well - - but you could likely get by with an aluminum camera-tripod - perhaps 1-1/2 pounds)
You might also consider a 'spotting telescope'' - - used by some of the big-game hunters - and made for hauling out into the woods.
http://www.celestron.com/sports_outdoors/spotting-scopes.html
or
http://www.optics4birding.com/celestron-c90-mak-39x90-angled-spotting-scopes.html
Or, for a ''real telescope'' - well - you might consider reading the review from the Stargazer's Lounge.
http://stargazerslounge.com/topic/88436-portable-telescope-for-home-and-camping/
In any case - - you want to have a decent star-atlas or a printout for the expected night-sky. (Even a modest planisphere can be a great help.)
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