On those almost sunny days where the snow is epic but the cloudy keep rolling in and out, the debate always begins; bring up your big, heavy and annoying camera bag to try window shopping, or ditch the gear and just shred, risking missing that epic and completely unexpected shot. Ride or shoot, ride or shoot. It’s the most annoying debate, and it pretty much always results in the wrong decision being made.
Erin rocking the Kenti in the Whistler Backcountry
Luckily, F-stop decided to design their Mountains Series Kenti pack, it’s small enough to go unnoticed while riding yet holds all the essentials so that you’re always prepared. The Kenti is able to fit a camera body or two and up to three lenses; for me it’s usually Sigma’s 50mm 1.4F, Sigma’s 10-20mm 5.6F, and if I am feeling some extra weight Canon’s 70-200mm 2.8F or a speed light flash with pocket wizards. The Kenti’s roll-down top compartment is big enough to hold extra layers, spare goggles or a lunch. It also has pocket with a bunch of sweet dividers for batteries, memory cards, credit cards and a removable key chain. The best part is the bag is designed for easy access, with two side pockets so you can get t all your gear without even taking the bag off your back. And, should you get thirsty there is a camel pack built right in.
Getting killer shots like this one of Helen Schettini take proper gear. Erin Hogue Photo
Now, if all that still is not enough to make the Kenti an instant must have, F-stop has even included a laptop pocket. Not only is the pack an ideal resort riding pack but it is also great for those travel days and city days when it seems you need to have everything with you. The Kenti is pretty much your ideal stealth camera pack, that makes sure your always prepared while still allowing you to have a life.
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For more information about this and other F-Stop gear, check out their site at fstopgear.com
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