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Crumpler Sinking Barge Camera Backpack: Vintage Camera/Laptop Bag - $100 (burnaby)
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This three-toned black backpack is made of water-resistant 1000 denier nylon shell, plush brushed nylon lining, foam padded interior, and sturdy easy-glide zippers. The Sinking Barge has 2 main storage areas – the top section being for a laptop, while the front section houses your camera gear.
The top compartment houses the laptop sleeve, a second document sleeve, and storage area. Laptop sleeve comfortably holds laptops up to 15.4". The document sleeve can be used for a book or magazines and holds items up to 13.25" tall. The ample storage is ideal for your packed lunch and a clothing item or two, such as a sweater, light jacket, or rain pants.
The front compartment of the bag opens up via 2 way zipper to reveal padded compartment with 2 adjustable dividers, giving essentially room for a DSLR with lens attached, and 2 additional lenses/accessories on each side. This compartment is covered by a zippered mesh to hold everything securely in place.
Inside the front storage compartment, there are 2 additional flat zippered pockets (one being meshed) for photographic odds and ends such as filters and spare batteries. Lots of room behind the photo bag for chargers, batteries, power packs, etc. And if that’s not enough, on the very front of the bag, there is yet another large flat pocket for goodies that can be externally accessed.
The photo bag itself is firmly attached using Velcro, so if you weren’t transporting camera equipment, you could remove it (photo 6). This would give you a very large storage area, for textbooks or work/art supplies.
Unlike traditional camera backpacks that are designed with a low profile, meaning that all the gear is stored flat within the main compartment, which requires you to take the backpack off and lay it flat when accessing the storage compartment, the Crumpler crew have astutely designed the Sinking Barge with a vertical profile. This gives you the convenience of not having to take off the backpack completely, if you don't want/need to. Just flip off one of the shoulder straps, swing the bag to the front, and you have immediate access to your gear.
Dimensions are 19"H x 14.2"W x 10.2" D (not including shoulder straps). For a backpack of this size, it is remarkably light, weighing less than 3 1/2 pounds empty. Very wide shoulder straps are provided that are approximately 1/3 inch thick, which make them very comfortable. Also sports a removable waist strap and upper chest strap for extra stability when hiking over long distances. There are also 2 D-rings for attaching accessories.
Now retired, this backpack retailed for $175 USD new. It is in near mint condition, as visible in the photos. No signs of wear or stains. If this pack was used, it was definitely used lightly.
You've likely invested thousands into your gear. This pack will protect it while giving you comfort and versatility. Unlike most camera backpacks, this one is definitely stylish and well constructed.
Burnaby, BC
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Chris Wong-Moon
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