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| Tamrac Adventure 7 Photo Backpack (Red/Black) | 
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| Brand: Tamrac
Category: Photography
List Price: $74.95
Buy New: $67.50
You Save: $7.45 (10%)
New (12) from $67.50
Avg. Customer Rating:  28 reviews
Media: Electronics
Fragile: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.6
Dimensions (in): 19.7 x 19.7 x 19.7
MPN: 5547 Red/Black
Model: 5547 Red/Black
UPC: 000000000000
EAN: 0023554024124
ASIN: B000EMXB4Q
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Fabulous daypack February 19, 2007
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I'm very pleased with the Adventure 7. The crucial question I had was 'how much can I fit in there.' I was expecting to fit the camera with a lens attached, a second lens, and a flash. I managed to fit: a Nikon D40 w/ 18-200 attached, an SB-800 flash, a Sigma 10-20mm 4-5.6, a Sigma 30mm 1.4, and a Sigma 50-150mm 2.8. I could even squeeze an Acratech Ultimate Ballhead above the Sigma 30mm. There is yet a little more space in the middle section below the D40 body and to the side of the 18-200, but that would be a really awkward spot. Granted, this takes some packing finesse, but it shows exactly how much you can fit in if you are really determined. The upper section is modest, but fine for a light jacket, lunch, and snacks for a day hike. (My jacket is pretty light, I could see a heavier jacket making it harder to fit as much else)
I bought the Tamrac cinch straps to lash a tripod to the underside of the backpack. Shame on Tamrac for not just including them. I use a Gitzo 1558T, which is 14" folded up, so it pretty much matches the width of the backpack, not sticking out to catch on something. If you want to carry a longer tripod, that might not work so well - I wouldn't want a tripod sticking out six inches on each side, for example.
I like the fact that the backpack does not scream "Expensive Photo Equipment!" like a photo backpack with "Canon" or "Nikon" on it would. With the latched and zippered access to the photo section, I'm not worried about somebody covertly unzipping the backpack.
My one annoyance is the abundance of straps. While a good idea conceptually, with both waist and sternum straps, you have a lot of loose strap ends hanging about. Not to forget the loose strap ends for adjusting the shoulder straps. I might trim them at some point. In all, when the worst complaint I have is about long straps, that means I'm pretty darn pleased.
PERFECT for my "busy working mom of three" lifestyle! December 23, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was constantly asking my husband,"Where's my digital camera?", "Where's my film SLR?", "Where's the digital camcorder?", and of course, "Where are all the cords?".
I bought this with the intention of keeping ALL of my cameras in this bag. This includes my brand new Pentax K100 digital SLR, a Canon ZR200 digital camcorder AND a film SLR in the bottom area of this backpack. I am SO happy that with a little creativity, they can all fit snugly but safely in the compartment. I have room in the upper part of the backpack for the cords, extra film, and extra batteries.
This is important to me as I said above, I can't keep track of my cameras in separate cases and places. This is perfect for a busy mom as I am always herding 3 kids into the car for hockey, soccer or school. I know I will be able to quickly grab the backpack and know I have a camera for every need.
Now, I do not have a lot of extra lenses or attachments so this bag is fine for me. Like others have said, if you absolutely want to bring ALL of your camera gear, this bag will not be big enough.
I also love that it is a backpack. I don't like setting my camera bag down for fear of forgetting it or having a kid step on it with their hockey skates! I can bend over to tie skates without even setting down the bag!
 A well made backpack November 10, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I was looking for a camera bag that I could use as a light backpack for daytrips or short hikes. It would be something that I could use to carry a few things and provide adequate protection for my camera and lenses. While there are lots of camera backpacks out there that are strictly camera bags that allow you to carry your six cameras and nineteen lenses, the Adventure 7 definitely fills both of my requirements. There is a lower section solely dedicated to carrying an SLR with room for an additional lens and flash, and some additional pockets for batteries and other stuff. All of this nicely divided and padded. The top section provides sufficient room to pack a few necessities such as a lunch, a light jacket or whatever else you need. It's not alot of space up top, but its enough for what you would use this backpack for. The shoulder straps are well made and there is a strap that goes around your waist for support / stability. Only thing I didn't like was that this particular strap was not removable. So if you didn't need it, you could feel the strap and buckles rub against your back. I've zip tied this out of the way which is fine for me. Overall, I would recommend this as a quality product at a great price.
Well crafted (and now well used) November 2, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have been searching for an easy solution to carry my gear (digital SLR, 2 lenses, several memory cards, extra battery, and filters) while providing some flexibility. This bag's two compartments make it perfect for travel. The lower storage area easily accommodated the gear above and provided enough storage in the upper area for items to be carried on a plane or day-trip. I am very happy with the purchase. The only draw back is that the bag can cause a lot of sweating if worn in very hot weather.
Good Backpack August 1, 2006
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I use my Tamrac for my Canon rebel and 3 additional lens, including one 100-400 zoom.
I have found the adventure 7 very convenient since it holds all my photo gear and still is small enough to be confortable.
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