I am looking for a new backpack for every day carry where I always want my camera gear with me (a DSLR, a filter and a couple of extra lenses).
I am looking at the Ramverk Pro Backpack (26L) with their small camera insert.
I like:
- The simplicity
- The design
- The large main compartment
- Being able to simply add or remove all camera gear by adding or removing the camera insert
I don’t like:
- No water bottle holder
- No quick access to camera
- To few images showcasing the insert in the bag
Do any of you have this setup? Do you like it?
Would you recommend something else?
I personally use the peak design everyday 30L with a medium camera cube.
I can 1 bag all of my 4-5 day trips.
Medium cube, and a medium clothing pack, and one toiletry bag.
It does get heavy. I’m a smaller person. 69 inches and 150lbs.
The waist belt helps a lot.
Took it hiking on Faroe a few weeks ago. Definitely gone through some sketchy hikes but the backpack did fine. I thought it was comfy enough.
Bad is that your lenses are harder to access through the side pockets. Smaller cameras are fine for the most part.
I have a Z8 and that was a bit big to get through the side panel.
I also have the large camera cube and I’m thinking of getting a smedium cube for longer trips. I’ve been trying to one bag longer trips like 7-14 day trips.
I do cheat by bringing a sling like a 6L sling so I can tuck lenses I’ll use a lot in there for ease of access.
Sorry for my rambling. Took me 5 bags to get into a setup I’m comfy with.
Look at evoc packs, I have a commute 22 and a few bike hip/backpacks myself and they have really good design and the durability is unbeatable. My commute 22 that I’ve had for 2 years still looks new. They have some Camera packs and also options you could use with inserts.
Find a backpack or messenger bag you love, and use an insert instead. I don’t like advertising I have equipment.
https://www.boundarysupply.com/collections/prima-system-1
Best backpack I’ve ever owned for EDC and camera.
I’ve also added the mk1 camera cube for trips where I take a lot of camera gear.
Just be aware the company is REALLY slow to ship… Like, TRAGICALLY bad… I had to wait months each time I’ve bought stuff… That being said though, I’d wait again… And I’m about to buy a new prima system as this one is getting old (after many years of EDC) and I’m looking at the XPAC version.
I have a camera bag from F-stop Gear. They match your criteria with the camera inserts that can be removed and also have easy pack access to either the camera gear or other gear compartment. They also have a side pouch and some have a pocket for a water bladder. I think they are quite nice, just wouldn’t use them for backpacking as there is no proper frame for support over miles of trekking. I mention that because they market a lineup for extreme outdoor activities.
https://fstopgear.com/lotus-4-core-pack-only/ This one is similar in size to the one you referenced.
Edit: as per your question of do I like your item, I think if it doesn’t have all the features you want then you shouldn’t get it as there are options that do have all the features you would like. A removable insert is really convenient but having instant access to your camera gear is critical, luckily you can have both. Also water like you said is an essential. Unless price is a constraint definitely get something that has what you want.