![]() ![]() The exterior of the backpack is simple and elegant: currently it is only available in black with blue finishes. In any case f-stop Gear recommends the purchase of the rain cover: we’ll see later if really necessary or not. In practice, the support is made of material very resistant to abrasion and even in bad weather you should not have any problems of any kind. The Loka UL is made of weather resistant material with Hypalon bottom. (to be honest, the height exceeds 0.88 cm but being a backpack and not a hard suitcase there are no problems of any kind). The size is basically within the cabin baggage limits of EasyJet, Ryanair and many other companies, and this is an indispensable condition for me. F-stop Gear declares that it is designed to maximize comfort…will that be true? We’ll see.īut what are the main characteristics and dimensions of this backpack? Let’s see them summarized here:Īs you can see, the useful volume is slightly less than the 40 liters offered by the Ajna that is my primary backpack for my photographic trips. #F stop backpack seriesThe Loka UL backpack is part of the Ultra Light family (that’s where UL comes from) which indicates that special series of f-stop Gear backpacks made with particular attention to ensure that the weight is minimized. So, let’s get started! The f-stop Gear Loka UL backpack This should not be a secret, and if you know me you know perfectly that here below you will find only the result of my own experience without any external influence. Pocket on waist belt can hold energy bars, etc.As you may know, I recently became an Ambassador for f-stop Gear, which is an incredible honor for me. Looking into top pocket, with Canon 24-70. Flat rear pocket holds minimal repair kit and CF card wallet on retaining leash. Lightweight jacket goes in the top pocket. ![]() Small pocket is great for batteries and other accessories. I’d look at one of the bigger packs from F-stop. But if you want to carry much more than listed above, or if you’re constantly changing lenses and/or fiddling with your gear, then this isn’t the bag for you. It has the perfect combination of lightweight materials and suspension to be at the top of it’s game. The thing rides like any other riding pack, and better than some even. of water, lightweight jacket, and not much else) then this might be the bag for you. If you can trim down your kit (I rode it with two bodies, Canon 5Diii w/70-200 and 7d with 17-40, and 24-70 f2.8 in top compartment, a minimal bike repair kit, about 12 oz. Think there’s a connection there? Yes, the bags are expensive, and yes, I think they’re worth every penny. Race photographers are a funny bunch, and I’ve yet to see any take it easy on their packs, and I’ve seen many using F-stop bags. I expect this bag to be around for many years. The quality of materials and construction of the bag is among the best in the biz. And it fulfills that job incredibly well. It’s designed to feel like a normal riding pack. It’s great because it’s thought out and designed properly, but because it’s too small for most of the type of photo work I do, I’m left feeling, ughhhhhh! It rides incredibly well. Love Hate RelationshipĪfter spending some real time with this pack, riding with it, dropping it on the ground, picking it up, putting it back on, and repeating several thousand times, I grew to love this pack. Multiple loops are in place to guide water tubing and keep from flopping around. Opening on rear of pack for water reservoir. I don’t normally use a water reservoir while riding, but the Kenti is equipped to handle one. Roll top is easy to open and close and gives you a ton of room to reach into the top section of pack.
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