Yes. Love my Prvke 21L, but that interior color is a nuisance. I've taken to clipping a tiny LED keychain light for searching for stuff in the rolltop section. Also, I found that adding a third-party elastic mesh on the outside of the bag (attached with small clips on the 4 attachment points) works wonders for stuffing a jacket or hat on the outside of the bag. Just a tip for users. Great review!
Love your style, “matter of fact” and extremely useful info. Just bought the new 21L V2 and 31L V2. I ultimately returned the 31L, was afraid that it be too big for carry on/under seat on certain international airlines, and it felt a bit big for EDC/travel once I got to my destination . Agree with all the constructive criticism. Looks like Wandrd listened and fixed some things like the back panel padding, shoulder straps and stronger magnets. Overall better than the peak design (although the PD’s are made very well) but couldn’t get on with the floppy side panels. Everything would just fall to the bottom and didn’t feel secure that stuff would fall out the side if you weren’t super careful. So far after trying 12 camera travel brands/bags, I settled on Wandrd.
Glad we could be helpful! Yeah, the no-grip fit is maybe a limit, but most bags don't fit it these days (we've seen maybe Peak Design's or a couple LowePros). And I hope they switch that dark interior on a V2!
I used the Peak Design and it was very comfortable, but it is so flawed in many ways. I spent two weeks walking around Madagascar and I came to hate the side access flaps. The hinge is on the wrong side, so you have to crane your neck to see what's inside if you don't take the pack off. Also there is no closure under the main flap on the top of the bag. This is a security risk and lets in every bit of dust you can think of. Another aspect that I found annoying, was you could only see things from the sides or the top. You couldn't see everything at once like you can where the back or the front of the bag opens. The origami dividers also waste a lot of space and are much more difficult to arrange than you think. I really don't know how the Peak Design gets all the rave reviews, I found it horrible and have since sold it.
Wow! Haven't really heard any of this! Sounds like you're due to make your own review. Dane will be glad he went with WANDRD ( : Thanks for the info, Tim.
I recently got the updated PRVKE 21L, moving from the Incase Pro DSLR backpack as well. Hearing your thoughts on this and your previous bag was really similar to my current thoughts. Hoping I'll get more mileage out of this as I did with my last.
Fantastic review, thanks! I don't shoot Fuji, but I do use Olympus, so comparable size there. Now I'm just trying to decide if the black interior will be too big a PITA on an upcoming trip.
You know - I think unless you were needing. moment's access to a piece of gear, you'd probably want something with better contrast. However, we find that while annoying, it's not a dealbreaker! Good luck with whatever you choose!
Thanks for the review. Definitely consider this for my equipment. I have a Billingham one ate the moment, and it looks nice, but a backpack is definitely more comfortable...
Totally. Dane just got the Moment Rugged Sling 6L for when he only need a cam and a lens when he's out or biking- so far so good. The truth of the matter seems to be that there are different tools for different needs!
Terrible for anyone who is taller or has a long back. No load adjustments so bag hangs low on your back and the top hangs backwards which increases the pulling effect on the straps. Would be better if they were able to have a harness system which had adjustability.
This is good to know! Obviously Dane can't speak to that - but we take your word on it! Probably wouldn't help the problem you've addressed, but it does have a chest strap as well as hip supports (that can be added and removed). Thanks for the thought Andrew 🤙🏼
Thanks dude! We've been off the radar with COVID - but we'll be back in full force. We're a creative services company, so photo/video/web/design, and review things when we feel so compelled! Glad you're here.
Thanks! And we think it's actually the 2nd version they made (had some minor design changes from the original), but it is not the version released here in 2021!
Hey! Not sure about the Weebil S - maybe if there weren't any camera cubes inside! And a 16" MBP would probably be tight... but we fit a 15 no problem. Good luck if you try it out - and let us know if it works!
Nice vid. Is the main compartment one big vacant area? Or is it separated into a bottom half accessible by the side or back, and a top part accessible by the roll type area? Thx and good luck!
Hey Brian! Good question - the main compartment can indeed be one large compartment. It has a zippered divider, and the photo cushion section is also removable. It's one of the reasons we liked the bag - that it didn't NEED to be a photo bag if we didn't want it to be one in the future 🤙🏼
Hey so I am looking to buy this bag idk if you’ll even respond but I am carrying a canon eos r with one lens and my mamiya RB with one lens. Idk if it would fit in the bad cause I think this one looks real cool. Please let me know. Also on the website the black back pack looks more like charcoal
Hey Roberto! Yep, it is black but it has a reflective coating, so in certain lights it will take on a charcoal appearance. As far as an EOSR and a Mamiya RB, I bet it would all fit in the 31L version. The Mamiya might have to sit in the top compartment like I do with my XH1 w/ battery grip, but if that's okay I bet you're good!
Hey D Bruce! If you mean an XH1 with a grip on the 31L, hard to say. My guess would be no. I've only seen the Peak Design side panels be wide enough for a cam w/grip. Could be wrong though! Certainly will fit without a grip 🤙🏼
@@forewordco Hey !! thanks for the info yep meant with grip,,, think your right, I will have to measure it. its not a deal breaker anyway,,,, not a fan on the looks of the peak designs bags the way they stay in the shape sure the functionality is great, generally love peak products.
Hey Dario! If you are thinking for other purposes besides photography, we'd think the 21L is plenty large for plenty of stuff (or a mirrorless systems and a couple lenses). If you are looking for a bag for a full-frame kit or for travel, the 1L might be better!
@@forewordco graziemille! I usually use a mirrorless (xt3) and a couple of zoom... i'm not a professional photographer but I like to have the camera with me :) Of course I take books and mac and notebooks with me... so if you tell me that the 21L is ok, i'll go for it. thanks again, ciao! dario
We don't have the latest model of the capture clip, but I think you'd be good! Only hesitation would be width (I think the new ones aren't as wide...?). Might be worth a message to PD or WANDRD ( :
Hey - good question! I think a simple answer is yes, those gimbals would indeed fit in the bag. What we don't know is how many other peripherals you could fit in there with it. The roll top can expand quite a bit, and you could always strap the gimbal to the side via the tripod strap!
