Vincent_VdB
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Unfortunately I do not have the answer on this one.
Big Prime - Camera Bags & Backpacks
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Here's a link to the video and start at about 00:30
It's F-stop but not sure if he even says which one.
arbitrage
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The one he shows at the 30:32 mark is the Master Cine ICU. You can tell that because the ICU extends up further than the upper zipper. But he also says so in the video. The one he has in the F-stop bag I think is the XL ICU. The Master Cine only fits in the Shinn which he does have there but I think that is the XL. Could be wrong.
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Cyflect
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Lot of folks rocking Nya-Evo XL ICUs, any Large owners here willing to share some loadout pics? I'm keen to re-try an F60C but not 100% sure on what ICU is gonna work best!
fcotterill
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@arbitrage , Yes he said he's uses both big fStop ICUs: Cine and XL Pro in that 130 litre Bergans PowerFrame (used by Norwegian army), the current version weighs 5+ kg empty ;-)
There's earlier discussion about this unique video by Morten - #39 above and this older thread
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I find the fStop bags work fine for me, but the company has lost the plot on ICUs - they don't have top lid access. Fyi the strap on my Master ICU tore loose, under load, from the stitching. It needs repair with a complete webbing strap encircling the entire ICU.
Fortunately, at least two other backpack systems have taken the initiative with improved ICUs for big glass.
IMHO the new Shimoda looks a significantly improved design - cf #225 #297 above preceding posts
There's earlier discussion about this unique video by Morten - #39 above and this older thread
Tele lens backpack: using F-Stop icu and a trekking backpack
Hi, I’m always in search for a better backpack ... I usually carry a lot of stuff, and like to hike. my Current backpack is Thinktank Backlight elite 45L. It is a very nice pack and have reasonably good carry system for a photography backpack, but it too small for my current needs and in long...
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I find the fStop bags work fine for me, but the company has lost the plot on ICUs - they don't have top lid access. Fyi the strap on my Master ICU tore loose, under load, from the stitching. It needs repair with a complete webbing strap encircling the entire ICU.
Fortunately, at least two other backpack systems have taken the initiative with improved ICUs for big glass.
IMHO the new Shimoda looks a significantly improved design - cf #225 #297 above preceding posts
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Cyflect
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Nya-Evo RCI L's are finally back in stock, just picked up an F60C + 3 Packs of Grumbler Go Dividers + RCI L, will see how we go!
The GuraGear Kiboko 2 30L+ is pretty nifty, but the straps are definitely not as comfy as I'd like with my frame - not something I can see myself using for an international trip with lots of walking / wearing.
Also have a Shimoda x40 V2 + Large DSLR v3 cube on order!
The GuraGear Kiboko 2 30L+ is pretty nifty, but the straps are definitely not as comfy as I'd like with my frame - not something I can see myself using for an international trip with lots of walking / wearing.
Also have a Shimoda x40 V2 + Large DSLR v3 cube on order!
ivancook
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I was about to purchase the Nya-Evo XL ICU but noticed that the internal depth is listed as 16cm/6.3in. I use the 72mm Zemlin lens hood on a 400TC and Zemlin lists the diameter as 17cm/6.69in. Can anyone confirm that this ICU will stretch to fit a 400TC with Z8 attached with the Zemlin lens hood or point me to an ICU that works? I know this is super specific so thanks in advance!
SoCalRick
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It will easily fit your 400 TC with Z8 attached. I posted pictures of my 600 TC with Z9 attached using a Zemlin hood as well as the OEM hood, inside the NYA-EVO XL ICU in several posts earlier in this thread.
Check out my posts #123, #125 and #129 linked below:
Big Prime - Camera Bags & Backpacks (post #123) - with Zemlin hood
Big Prime - Camera Bags & Backpacks (post #125) - with Zemlin hood and shows Z9 attached
Big Prime - Camera Bags & Backpacks (post #129) - with OEM hood and shows Z9 attached
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I have the Kiboko 30L+, and while I feel it's a great travel option for a bag that will mostly be carried from house to the car, car to the plane, etc, it's not a pack I'd want to walk around with on my back for extended time. They need to work on making the straps and back pad more comfortable. I still like it though.Nya-Evo RCI L's are finally back in stock, just picked up an F60C + 3 Packs of Grumbler Go Dividers + RCI L, will see how we go!
The GuraGear Kiboko 2 30L+ is pretty nifty, but the straps are definitely not as comfy as I'd like with my frame - not something I can see myself using for an international trip with lots of walking / wearing.
Also have a Shimoda x40 V2 + Large DSLR v3 cube on order!
Cyflect
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Yeah I agree, I'd be keen to use it as a transporting bag vs a trekking bag!
arbitrage
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My most recent bag purchase was the new F-stop Kashmir Air 2.0. I was looking for a bag a bit smaller than my F-stop Ajna for when I don't go out with my 600GM. I've been really happy with the bag so far. I decided to save some money and use my Peak Design Large ICU from my 45L PD Travel backpack. It is a bit shallower than the F-stop Large, but a bit longer.
F-stop says the XL ICU won't fit in the Kashmir and I took them at their word. Then yesterday I decided to see if it would fit. Well amazingly I was able to squeeze it in there and zip up the top flap.
So if I really want to go out with a small bag and the 600GM I can do so. Now with the XL ICU in the Ajna there is room for the ICU to stretch out a bit more and I can fit my 600GM with my shorty hood in the shooting position OR hood reversed and body attached. But there is no room for the ICU to stretch when squeezed into the Kashmir so I can just fit it without hood.
Here are some images with gear in it. 600GM on the left and 300GM tucked up on the right. Last shot has the A1II/300GM mounted and the 100-400.
F-stop says the XL ICU won't fit in the Kashmir and I took them at their word. Then yesterday I decided to see if it would fit. Well amazingly I was able to squeeze it in there and zip up the top flap.
So if I really want to go out with a small bag and the 600GM I can do so. Now with the XL ICU in the Ajna there is room for the ICU to stretch out a bit more and I can fit my 600GM with my shorty hood in the shooting position OR hood reversed and body attached. But there is no room for the ICU to stretch when squeezed into the Kashmir so I can just fit it without hood.
Here are some images with gear in it. 600GM on the left and 300GM tucked up on the right. Last shot has the A1II/300GM mounted and the 100-400.
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Cyflect
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Are you able to share a pic of your RCI-L inside the F60C with this loadout? Would love some inspiration!