Camera bags for running

PaulieC

Anyone use these or have any recommendations? I have a lowepro sling bag, but it's very 'jumpy'. Lowepro have a new range of running bags, but they look quite big, even though the bigger one has space for a 2l. Hydration bag.
My running is getting in the way of my photography so I am trying to combine them, especially up around the mountains
Thx
Paul

PaulieC

no one runs and takes photos ? I thought I saw a few people on here who also posted ont he Photograhpy forum

sconhome

I haven't seen the camera running pack but would be interested in having a look at that.

Would you be able to take the inners from the Lowe bag and fit it into a running pack, like the iNOV-8 or something that is designed to sit on your back?

I've never actually tried to run with my gear because I would fear breaking another lens mounting. Having said that there are plenty of times I wish I had a camera with me.

I suppose the hard part is actually stabilising the equipment, as it will want to jump up and down with your movement.

PaulieC

There are two bags in the new 'photo sport' range - http://www.lowepro.com/photosport

I already have a bag which is similar to the 100, the Slingshot 100, but it has only 1 shoulder strap and no stabilising straps for around the stomach. The new Photo Sport 100 is the same, in that it was a single messenger style shoulder strap. The PhotoSport 200 has two shoulder straps and stabilising straps and it looks pretty good, if a bit big. There are new (patented, apparently) cinching methods used internally to prevent the equipment from moving around.
I doubt if the internals are removeable, but this is apparently a run/sport specific bag, so it should do everything you need. If only it wasn't so damn expensive!

Krusty_Clown

You should really ask the Action Photography folks. Those guys are consistently lugging heavy cameras up the mountains to take superb photos of the IMRA and other Adventure race events.

They have an exhibition running for the next few days:
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2056462124

PaulieC

Missed that. Might drop in there for a look. thx

sconhome

They're nice bags. I'd prefer the 200AW as it would be more stable on the shoulders. Should also work on the MTB assuming I could stay upright for a while.

I didn't see a price anywhere but have put an enquiry into the distributors in Ireland. See what comes back.

PaulieC

thanks! that sounds great. Another option is to buy a high-quality compact camera to fit into the camelbak. Fujifilm X10 looks tasty...

sconhome

I have the XP30 and its a great little camera. Good shots and video capabilities too.

Sick and tired of so many compacts being damaged by sand, dropping or being 'plunge tested' by toddlers into the toilet.

sconhome

Word back from the distributor

PhotoSport 200 AW is available in stock at Conns Cameras, John Gunn, and Bermingham Cameras in Dublin.

If your looking for a stockist in Galway, Galway Camera Shop, Ray Plummer @ 091 565678, Ray can order one if he is sold out.

Delivery time approx 3 days from order. Price of the Photosport Sling 00AW is €169.00 - Photo Sport 200 AW €219.00

An expensive bit of kit, but then again so is a DSLR with a couple of lens. I'd like to have a look and see how stable the gear is in the bag & do a little bit of haggling on the price. Shop keepers love that

PaulieC

219? Ouch. I've put one in my amazon basket. they are a less-scary 149 sterlings in there

sconhome

Hold that thought, €180 in Galway.

PaulieC

Wow, when you think about it, it's a helluva price for a bag. I think I'll try out my own bag again this weekend, see if I can make it work...

Woddle

I just use a regular running back pack and wrap my camera and lense in a big towel.

PaulieC

Woddle wrote: »

I just use a regular running back pack and wrap my camera and lense in a big towel.

I haven't even got a regular running backpack . Perhaps it's the way to go actually...I have enough laptop/camera bags at home to fashion a protective inner lining. What bag do you use ?

xebec

I use this Deuter Race 10L pack for commuting, haven't taken the camera out in it but size would be good if wrapped in something as Woddle says...

Woddle

cambo_gueno wrote: »

I haven't even got a regular running backpack . Perhaps it's the way to go actually...I have enough laptop/camera bags at home to fashion a protective inner lining. What bag do you use ?

http://inov-8.com/Products-Detail.asp?PG=PG2&P=5050973012&L=5

Not sure what litre it is though, big enough to put a pair of shoes, bike helmet and a change of clothes.

sconhome

Woddle wrote: »

http://inov-8.com/Products-Detail.asp?PG=PG2&P=5050973012&L=5

Not sure what litre it is though, big enough to put a pair of shoes, bike helmet and a change of clothes.

Thats a 4litre with option of including a 2l water bladder.

I was thinking more of the 12 or18l Race Pro pack which has shoulder straps, chest strap and hip belt.

Woddle

amphkingwest wrote: »

Thats a 4litre with option of including a 2l water bladder.

I was thinking more of the 12 or18l Race Pro pack which has shoulder straps, chest strap and hip belt.

That sounds like mine alright, I just clicked on the first pic that looked like mine. I would recommend chest strap and hip belt, you forget you're even running with a bag.