Domke 702-02S F-2 Backpack (Sand)

I have a number of camera bags, including a Domke F-2 bag, on which this one is based. You can - and I have -put a ton of stuff in this bag. The bottom space is laid out exactly like the classic Domke F-2 bag. The additional space above the bottom section is open space that can be used for a camera with lens mounted, a jacket, sandwich, or other items. It's comfortable and stable to carry when loaded and heavy, and like the other two Domke bags I have, is built to stand up to the toughest use and abuse in extreme conditions. I love the canvas construction. It reminds me of the legendary Duluth packs I use for canoe trips and is built with similar quality materials and workmanship. It doesn't have a rain cover and is technically not waterproof, but I used the pack on a week-long photo tour recently where it rained every day but one and my gear never got wet at all.

The only thing I wish the bag had is an arrangement for carrying a tripod, and therefore it gets four stars. But if you really had to, you could work with some additional straps to secure a tripod using the handle on top, thereby keeping your hands free. If you need a rugged, flexible pack that holds a lot of stuff, this might be your bag.

This is a full-sized bag that you can carry on your back. Can't get any better than that! I love the looks of the bag, it's a good color and seems to be very well made. I looked a long time for a bag large enough for everything that I want to carry and this bag has room for everything that I need to take with me. It is missing some of the bells and whistles that you can find on a lot of bags nowadays, but since it's made from a sturdy canvas, improvements like tripod straps can be added with needle and thread.

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