Looking for a camera bag with wheels and a seat?
Apr 5, 2019 16:46:33 #
Please, the smartass answers I can do without. I am reaching the age where carrying even a small bag is taking all the joy out going for a short walk along the fence lines. I find that no matter what camera and lens I take with me there will be a once in a lifetime shot that I have the wrong lens for. So if I had a bag with wheels I could drag along the extra lens, as far as the seat goes, this area in the last couple of years was crawling with ticks so I can't see myself setting in the grass trying to get a good Macro shot. I was just looking through the latest Photo news and I seen a picture of a camera bag with wheels, so maybe a seat is not to much to ask for. Thanks in advance. REJ.
Apr 5, 2019 16:52:24 #
Apr 5, 2019 17:04:25 #
sounds like a really good idea but none I know of or can find as a search item? Perhaps first find a seat with wheels that fits your needs for hight, weight etc then find a bag you could attach in either a permanent or temporary way like drill holes and screw it on or bungy?
good luck with the project, I will be watching for wiser, better options
good luck with the project, I will be watching for wiser, better options
Apr 5, 2019 17:18:15 #
REJ wrote:
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I have never found a rolling case with a seat. If you are handy I think you could adapt a seat to the top section of the bag. I would buy one if I could find one. I would contact Think Tank bags and see what they say,
https://www.thinktankphoto.com/pages/contact-us
Apr 5, 2019 17:32:03 #
larryepage
Loc: North Texas area
Many rolling walkers have seats, and a majority of them have storage bags under those seats. They come in different sizes, have appropriate size wheels for varied terrains, and are a lot cheaper than camera bags. Quality and durability are both generally very good.
The only disadvantage I can think of is the storage spaces are generally modest in size.
The only disadvantage I can think of is the storage spaces are generally modest in size.
Apr 5, 2019 17:33:36 #
I made my own rolling camera bag with a seat. I started with a roller bag with a seat that I purchased for my wife at the Philadelphia Flower Show a few years ago. I made a few modifications like larger wheels and more compartments. I can carry multiple camera bodies, lenses and other gear plus supplies and clothing and a tripod into the wild.
It's not something you'd want to take on a trail that requires two free hands but it's great for semi smooth trails and finished surfaces. I've used it several times when I wanted to cart a good amount of gear to a location within a couple few miles of the parking area.
It's not something you'd want to take on a trail that requires two free hands but it's great for semi smooth trails and finished surfaces. I've used it several times when I wanted to cart a good amount of gear to a location within a couple few miles of the parking area.
Apr 5, 2019 17:59:54 #
rmorrison1116 wrote:
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Your reply made my old brain start working, many years ago I bought a two wheel dolly for carrying hay bales around the farm, I still got that and a little bit of welding I will have a seat and I have a backpack that can be strapped to the dolly, I think it will solve my problem. Many thanks for all the reply's. REJ.
Apr 5, 2019 18:04:19 #
There is a brand of stool/seat that is very well made and folds to a size and weight similar to a tripod. B&H and Amazon have them.
http://www.walkstool.com/
http://www.walkstool.com/
Apr 5, 2019 18:04:49 #
alx
Loc: NJ
REJ wrote:
Your reply made my old brain start working, many years ago I bought a two wheel dolly for carrying hay bales around the farm, I still got that and a little bit of welding I will have a seat and I have a backpack that can be strapped to the dolly, I think it will solve my problem. Many thanks for all the reply's. REJ.
Would love to see a pic when it's done.
Apr 5, 2019 18:10:36 #
alx wrote:
Would love to see a pic when it's done.
It will be at least a month before I can get outside to build it, the weather is still very cold and wet here. I will make a note to send you a photo. REJ.
Apr 5, 2019 18:25:36 #
REJ wrote:
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Here is mine. VERY portable, but unfortunately not very packable!
Apr 5, 2019 19:33:38 #
alx
Loc: NJ
REJ wrote:
It will be at least a month before I can get outside to build it, the weather is still very cold and wet here. I will make a note to send you a photo. REJ.
Thank you.
Apr 5, 2019 20:42:34 #
Here are four photos of my roller camera bag with seat. The last photo shows the roller bag with my stand alone camera gear backpack on the seat.
It started as a roller bag with a seat. I added a heavier axel with larger wheels and replaced the bag with a National Geographic Society Photographers backpack. I can carry a whole lot of stuff in it. The other bag is a top of the line Pro Master photographers hiking backpack. It will hold a couple bodies and three or four lenses and accessories and is quite comfortable.
It started as a roller bag with a seat. I added a heavier axel with larger wheels and replaced the bag with a National Geographic Society Photographers backpack. I can carry a whole lot of stuff in it. The other bag is a top of the line Pro Master photographers hiking backpack. It will hold a couple bodies and three or four lenses and accessories and is quite comfortable.
Apr 5, 2019 20:50:17 #
I am going to be snarky - I use a three legged camp stool strapped to my pack pack (just like a tripod) or to my roller bay with bungy cords. Simple & cheap!
Apr 5, 2019 21:23:55 #
Dave327 wrote:
I am going to be snarky - I use a three legged camp stool strapped to my pack pack (just like a tripod) or to my roller bay with bungy cords. Simple & cheap!
I certainly wouldn't call your reply snarky. Maybe snarky means something different in your neck of the woods. Strapping on a camp stool certainly is simple and cheap and functional.
I've actually used my roller seat to sit on only a few times. The wife has sat on it way more times than I have. I more often use it as a table or work platform; a place to set things down that I really don't want to put on the ground. Plus, since it's built into the roller, it's more stable and I don't have to take it off my back to use it.
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