Here is a video review of the N800. It's under 12 minutes so if you're not that curious or interested, I may write a review later.
Fullsize http://blip.tv/file/2241940
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Saturday, June 13, 2009
MOLLE utility waist and shoulder bag
I bought this pack on eBay for $8, and $9 shipping here: http://stores.shop.ebay.com/Airsoft-Accessories-Supply__W0QQ_armrsZ1
It shipped from Hong Kong to Wisconsin, USA in 10 days, which was reasonable considering it was said to take from 7 to 14 days.
I bought it for photo trips of course. It's a good enough size to not be a burden carrying, enough space for some food and a bottle (or MORE food, put your water bottle on either side pocket - which would fit probably 2 or 3 cell phones each as well). You can wear it around the waist or from the shoulder.
Overall, I'm pretty happy with it. The build quality is good, the materials are generally good - though zipper teeth are plastic, along with the clips and loops. The actual zipper pulls are metal. There seems to be some water-proofing or water-resistant material sewn inside most pockets as lining, which is great. Otherwise, the material seems to be nylon and I can't imagine much water would get through - standard backpack material.
With my N800 in a Dell PDA case, belt-clipped to MOLLE strap
Size comparison of N800 to bag
There is a back face to the bag with velcro on both sides,
opens up for a hidden pocket (open on either/both sides) - would be very nice for maps/documents
Metal rings, not sure what for, but you could clip things on them
Plastic loop bits to place the strap through (to wear pack on waist)
The main compartment, one large enough area with mesh-webbing pocket (loose, not taught)
The front
2nd compartment, has 1 wide pocket in back, and 2 smaller ones in front (memory cards, keys perhaps)
General shot of the pack
Worn over the shoulder
It shipped from Hong Kong to Wisconsin, USA in 10 days, which was reasonable considering it was said to take from 7 to 14 days.
I bought it for photo trips of course. It's a good enough size to not be a burden carrying, enough space for some food and a bottle (or MORE food, put your water bottle on either side pocket - which would fit probably 2 or 3 cell phones each as well). You can wear it around the waist or from the shoulder.
Overall, I'm pretty happy with it. The build quality is good, the materials are generally good - though zipper teeth are plastic, along with the clips and loops. The actual zipper pulls are metal. There seems to be some water-proofing or water-resistant material sewn inside most pockets as lining, which is great. Otherwise, the material seems to be nylon and I can't imagine much water would get through - standard backpack material.
With my N800 in a Dell PDA case, belt-clipped to MOLLE strap
Size comparison of N800 to bag
There is a back face to the bag with velcro on both sides,opens up for a hidden pocket (open on either/both sides) - would be very nice for maps/documents
Metal rings, not sure what for, but you could clip things on them
Plastic loop bits to place the strap through (to wear pack on waist)
The main compartment, one large enough area with mesh-webbing pocket (loose, not taught)
The front
2nd compartment, has 1 wide pocket in back, and 2 smaller ones in front (memory cards, keys perhaps)
General shot of the pack
Worn over the shoulderFriday, May 22, 2009
essential_gear
Just browsing Ranger Joes.com I've found some essential gear. I'm not sure I'd pay the full price of all this (a bit over $600!), but it at least gives an idea of what may sometimes be needed on long trips.
Brunton Monocular
$35
Good for seeing animals (I've seen plenty of deer along the tracks), and far ahead along the path.
Multi-plier
$30
For repair or needing to put together a shelter, etc.
Headlamp
$55
Sometimes you're out later than usual and suddenly it's dark - or you're inside somewhere with no light.
Wind-up flashlight
$25
LED light sticks
$7.50
Radio pouch
$29
Radio x2 set
$80
Keeping communication if 2 people are far apart enough on the trip, during scouting, etc.
Camelbak MULE hydration pack
$100
Gotta keep hydrated, also seems to serve well as a small backpack.
Wire-saw
$8
Never know if you have to cut through some wood to build a shelter.
Fatboy Versipack
$70
A decent size waist-pack (minus the gun)
Medium assault pack
$40
Bigger packpack which supports hydration reservoirs (Camelbak)
Individual first-aid kit
$25
Gear pouch
$11
Good for camera or other supplies
Sweat-wicking t-shirt
$10
Important to wick away moisture, especially if you've been sweating and it gets cold later
Rain poncho
$15
Don't wanna get caught in a storm without this
Water/chemical resistant leather gloves
$33
Helpful when climbing rocky or rough terrain
Padded patrol belt
$35
Can add MOLLE pouches, etc. for carrying gear
Total: $608.50
Brunton Monocular
$35
Good for seeing animals (I've seen plenty of deer along the tracks), and far ahead along the path.
Multi-plier
$30
For repair or needing to put together a shelter, etc.
Headlamp
$55
Sometimes you're out later than usual and suddenly it's dark - or you're inside somewhere with no light.
Wind-up flashlight
$25
LED light sticks
$7.50
Radio pouch
$29
Radio x2 set
$80
Keeping communication if 2 people are far apart enough on the trip, during scouting, etc.
Camelbak MULE hydration pack
$100
Gotta keep hydrated, also seems to serve well as a small backpack.
Wire-saw
$8
Never know if you have to cut through some wood to build a shelter.
Fatboy Versipack
$70
A decent size waist-pack (minus the gun)
Medium assault pack
$40
Bigger packpack which supports hydration reservoirs (Camelbak)
Individual first-aid kit
$25
Gear pouch
$11
Good for camera or other supplies
Sweat-wicking t-shirt
$10
Important to wick away moisture, especially if you've been sweating and it gets cold later
Rain poncho
$15
Don't wanna get caught in a storm without this
Water/chemical resistant leather gloves
$33
Helpful when climbing rocky or rough terrain
Padded patrol belt
$35
Can add MOLLE pouches, etc. for carrying gear
Total: $608.50
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