After the one my equipment had grown and I had worn the other two photo rucksacks (Tamrac and Cullmann), this time I have spent a little more money and a photo backpack (in my opinion) one of the two top brands (Kata and PortaBrace) buy regarding transport of equipment. Of course, one drags the part is not voluntary and not every day around with you; but there are a few occasions when you do not know in advance which lens, which flash or whatever you need. And in such a case, I come to the drudgery with a lot of equipment is not around (or if the medium into the distance goes, the laptop must, ...). Then the Beetle is really in his element. Despite the size, it can be good carry, is fixed with chest and lap belt and has a back cushion that makes its name. Conclusion: worn on the back seems to reduce the weight (I have especially noticed when I picked up the backpack for prolonged wear and parked with the hand strap - hanging on a hand he had suddenly felt 5 kg heavier ... ). Inside is a lot of space which can be divided useful means of adjustable compartments. An intermediate bottom divides the camera compartment of a narrow storage space above, and in the lid there is space for a laptop. Everywhere there are other small pockets and purses, so that even small items (filters, cleaning cloths, remote release, ect) are well stored. In addition there is a wrist strap with which a tripod can be attached to a backpack and a water-sight rain cover (although I did not had to try). The zippers make an impression of high quality; as well as the robust upper. Everything has been thought through, solidly built and really heavy to carry and store, and extensive equipment. It is certainly not for everyone or backpack for hiking; it is rather a packhorse. On the Bike course you notice the weight and the corresponding moment, but that's just in the nature of things and is home-made suffering (it is just a small (second) Backpack is much better). I for one am for one year with the Beetle and saw it not regretted second. Conclusion: Is the purpose, then agrees with this backpack. Therefore, full points for a robust, intelligent-made transport solution!
