cbarnard7
No longer a newbie, moving up!
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Hello Everyone,
As much as I love going to a spot and setting up to take pictures, I would say that 90% of what I shoot is on the fly and what I see when I'm going on a hike, climbing, kayaking...etc. Just this weekend I was hiking up to a waterfall with my wife when the conditions changed and we were stuck in a hail storm- 3 1/2 miles away from any cover. We found cover under a rock, and although I was prepared for the conditions (rain jacket/poncho/hot hands..etc) my camera really wasn't. Luckily, I had a poncho and my camera stayed dry (for the most part), but it wasn't really protected. Now, I know there are camera bags and backpacks and what-have you, but I am looking for something more "rugged" and practical than a handheld carrying case, or big backpack with a 100 compartments. I'm an avid hiker and usually bring my Nikon d5100, 18-55VR and 55-200VR along with a cleaning kit and extra batteries. So, I'm also looking for something that can hold water (like a Camelbak-type) and extra supplies for my day-hikes (survival equipment). I also don't want it to be huge (like a big multiday pack). So my main question is:
If you were going on a trip to the Grand Canyon/Arches/Canyonlands and you planned on taking nice photos (tripod included) while doing long hikes, what would be your gear of choice?
I know there's a bunch of you out there who do this, so I'd really like any and all feedback!
As much as I love going to a spot and setting up to take pictures, I would say that 90% of what I shoot is on the fly and what I see when I'm going on a hike, climbing, kayaking...etc. Just this weekend I was hiking up to a waterfall with my wife when the conditions changed and we were stuck in a hail storm- 3 1/2 miles away from any cover. We found cover under a rock, and although I was prepared for the conditions (rain jacket/poncho/hot hands..etc) my camera really wasn't. Luckily, I had a poncho and my camera stayed dry (for the most part), but it wasn't really protected. Now, I know there are camera bags and backpacks and what-have you, but I am looking for something more "rugged" and practical than a handheld carrying case, or big backpack with a 100 compartments. I'm an avid hiker and usually bring my Nikon d5100, 18-55VR and 55-200VR along with a cleaning kit and extra batteries. So, I'm also looking for something that can hold water (like a Camelbak-type) and extra supplies for my day-hikes (survival equipment). I also don't want it to be huge (like a big multiday pack). So my main question is:
If you were going on a trip to the Grand Canyon/Arches/Canyonlands and you planned on taking nice photos (tripod included) while doing long hikes, what would be your gear of choice?
I know there's a bunch of you out there who do this, so I'd really like any and all feedback!