Tamrac Velocity bag for Canon 1DsMkII and lens

[budjames]

I read great reviews about the Tamrac Velocity series of "sling" camera bags. I was curious if anyone has experience using one of these to tote around a Canon 1DsMkII and perhaps 24-105 f4 IS and 70-200 f2.8 IS zooms and a flash?

I don't like backpacks because you cannot work out of them. For years, I've been using a Domke F2 (large) shoulder back but the above equipment is hard on the shoulders if I'm carrying it around all day on vacation trips.

The local camera stores don't stock them, otherwise, I would check one out in person with my equipment.

Thanks in advance.

Bud James
North Wales, PA

[marcmccalmont]

I use a Velocity 7 for a 5D(w/rrs L bracket), 24-105 is, small flash and a Kenko 2x converter and love it. I use a Velocity 8 when I add the 70-300. The 7 is too small for the 70-200 2.8 but the 8 might work. I hike with the 7 all the time it is now what I use 90% of the time. The 7 fits nicely into my carry on bag as I fly a lot.  I would buy both and switch bags as you need unless you never have to pack small and light then the 8 would hold most of what you need. in the front pouch I have a cp filter, white balance filter, battery, CF card and more
Marc

[gochugogi]

I have a Velocity 9. It's okay but could use a redesign: 1) the pillars crush under the weight of my 5D/grip and 24-105 L 2) the round bottom isn't stable when you set down the bag and 3) the strap is non-removable (read: not upgradable) and is too thin and cuts into my shoulder. With a light rig it's okay.

If I were to buy again I'd probably look at the Lowepro sling bags. They seem better designed.