Camera Solution for Biking.

[starscream59]

I recently started biking again and often times I'm biking past fairly nice picturesque areas. I was wondering if anyone had a solution for taking a DSLR on a bike? Right now I'm using an Amazon Basics Backpack that I pack towels around. Or I'll use a Timbuk2 Messenger bag with a Snoop Camera Insert, which seems to be the best solution I currently have, but is a bit bulky.

 

[a_auger]

I dont go biking with my camera, but I have a Lowepro Flipside Sport 10L that could work very well for the kind of stuff you're doing. Good support and room for a (albeit small) water bladder. I haven't tried the larger bags.
Flipside Sport Series | Lowepro

 

[Msteelio91]

I just got this bag from Amazon in the medium size and I freakin love it. I got it with biking in mind as well. It swings around easily and could be used effortlessly while riding to access everything you need from the side compartments. It breaths well, fits very nicely, spreads out the weight, and secures well with the chest and waist straps to keep it from bouncing around. It also has a weather hood and a flat bottom for when you stop.

I'd wear this on a dirtbike and motorcycle without a worry.

 

[starscream59]

I dont go biking with my camera, but I have a Lowepro Flipside Sport 10L that could work very well for the kind of stuff you're doing. Good support and room for a (albeit small) water bladder. I haven't tried the larger bags.
Flipside Sport Series | Lowepro

I've thought about getting a Flipside just for convenience while day hiking. Right now I'm just using a camera insert in my external frame (90L).

I just got this bag from Amazon in the medium size and I freakin love it. I got it with biking in mind as well. It swings around easily and could be used effortlessly while riding to access everything you need from the side compartments. It breaths well, fits very nicely, spreads out the weight, and secures well with the chest and waist straps to keep it from bouncing around. It also has a weather hood and a flat bottom for when you stop.

I'd wear this on a dirtbike and motorcycle without a worry.

How well does it fit your D7000? Right now I'm storing it in my Panniers (interesting etymology), but I'd like quick access, so a sling bag doesn't sound too bad.

 

[astroNikon]

Are you doing road, trail or mountain biking? Or motorcycle type riding?

for bicycles, I would think you want the weight somewhat low and in the middle. If you fall over I wouldn't want it in a side pannier. So a top pannier bag on a rack. Or one of those larger camel backs has alot of storage as long as the camera and lens are separate.

You're in Akron. I was just there for a couple days the other week.

 

[starscream59]

Are you doing road, trail or mountain biking? Or motorcycle type riding?

for bicycles, I would think you want the weight somewhat low and in the middle. If you fall over I wouldn't want it in a side pannier. So a top pannier bag on a rack. Or one of those larger camel backs has alot of storage as long as the camera and lens are separate.

You're in Akron. I was just there for a couple days the other week.

Right now it's mostly trail riding, but I'm in the process of building a commuter bike. So I'd like the flexibility. The lowepro photosport 200 is only $50 on ebay right now, it seems like a decent deal.

 

[astroNikon]

I'm thinking the same thing for when I travel a bit more and go mtb'g around. I don't want it on a pannier as it would get alot of jolts while riding. So I want a backpack solution. But I also use a camel-back which tends to condensate a bit when it's hot out and there's ice in there. So I figured some backpack and put camera in ziplocs.

I don't see the $40 lowepro except shipping from China/HongKong.

 

[starscream59]

New Lowepro Photo Sport 200AW Digital SLR Camera Backpack Shoulder Bags Orange | eBay

Although the Clik Elite Probody Sport, if you're willing to spend the money looks to be the way to go.

 

[runnah]

I throw mine in my camelback pack. I don't bring the nice camera with me though.

 

[Msteelio91]

I just got this bag from Amazon in the medium size and I freakin love it. I got it with biking in mind as well. It swings around easily and could be used effortlessly while riding to access everything you need from the side compartments. It breaths well, fits very nicely, spreads out the weight, and secures well with the chest and waist straps to keep it from bouncing around. It also has a weather hood and a flat bottom for when you stop.

I'd wear this on a dirtbike and motorcycle without a worry.

How well does it fit your D7000? Right now I'm storing it in my Panniers (interesting etymology), but I'd like quick access, so a sling bag doesn't sound too bad.

I fit the D7k in there perfectly. Currently in the bag:

-D7k with 70-200 attached (have about 2 inches of room left with this lens on the far side, if you have a bigger lens)
-18-105 with hood & caps
-Charger and extra batteries
-Filters (1 in its own (large) plastic case and 4 others in another case)
-Cleaning cloths
-Weather hood
-USB cable
-USB SD card adapter
-2 extra SD cards and a micro SD card adapter
-Tripod mount
-Lens/Body caps
-Remote and extra battery
-GoPro HD 2
-GoPro suction cup mount
-GoPro 3M mounts
-Second GoPro body and backer

I could fit another lens in there and a ton of other stuff if I wanted. I had my lunch for work (2 sandwiches, a banana, waterbottle, snack) in the top pocket as well. There are so many little compartments it's hard NOT to be organized.

The padding is excellent, and the velcro that holds the dividers is seriously strong. It took me about 10 mins to set it up the way I wanted but it's very customizable and there's room for everything.

I used to do DH biking, and I frequent trails on a dirtbike when back in NJ. I wouldn't sweat for a second that my gear would be ok in this bag in those conditions.