Will this bag be useful for a month's worth of uses? I'll be backpacking abroad, so a replacement will be costly.
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Yes I would think so I have had mine for about 8 months and have used it maybe 10 nights and it has held up well for me. It is defiantly worth it for the money
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I'm a bit late but just wanted to contribute as well. I've had this bag for about four years now. It's been to about six countries, many plane cargo holds and airports, and who knows how many beaches and sketchy modes of transportation. It's still in perfect shape and I am confident I will be using it on many backpacking trips to come. I consider this to be one of the most reliable purchases I've made.
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It will hold up but 55L might be too small for you one month trip maybe a 65L since the 55 is small.
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I can't say it won't ever break, but mine have lasted quite well. Also replacement bags are fairly reasonable -- unlike another I've owned.
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This is a heavy duty bag for traveling. I don't think it will suit your needs.My son has an Under Armor duffel bag, really big and much lighter tha mine.
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Hi! CuteLunatic, You are quite "Welcome"! .. I also wanted this particular camera bag / backpack as I need to pack some documents also for my trip in August 2015. This is much more than just as camera bag. Also, it was made for ( Nikon ) cameras & lenses, so I figured their design specs must be rather rigid for the final manufactured product.Thank You for your reply,Stu
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I would say this is not a great bag for a long day hike. This bag works well if you want to get easy constant access to your bag. I used it in Tokyo on short day trips and pulled out my tablet with map many times. It hangs well enough and works for that. But for a day hike, I would say a small standard day back pack would work better. I think the movement of the bag and the one strap would drive you nuts on a 10 hour 15 mile day hike.
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I'm not sure what your question is , but the bag I received has started to fray at multiple seams. I would not recommend.
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I think this bag will work fine for your needs. I took a quick look at my bag and try to make space for the items you listed and It seems to work. This bag is the same size as a large backpack and is well padded. It offers a lot protection for this expensive equipment.
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I would definitely get a smaller separate dry bag. The travel bag is waterproof but not sealable.
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Not a very good bag for packing. Its got a large volume, its clumsy, and its heavy. I've managed to pack it, but I'd recommend a better compression sack then the one provided with it. It's very warm, and I've used it in single digits(F). Though I wouldn't recommend it for long hikes. Maybe 1-2 night trips, but anything beyond that I'd recommend something lighter, more compact, and built for backpacking. All-in-all its the same weight packed.
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HI, I don't think it would last long: every part is very light to allow it to be carried around in a big bag so not suitable for staying out permanently.
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Yeah, I brought it with me to/from Korea & China and it fit just fine. I kept it under the seat of the person in front of me, not in the top compartment. However I'd be wary of how much you're loading the bag with. I was carrying about 30lbs of clothing & camera equipment and the strap ripped after about two months of continual usage. For a $60 bag it's great, but even though it looks like a $300 bag, don't expect the same level of quality. Hope this helps!
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No, not at all. It's a good looking bag, get it and return it if u dot like. It's light and well builded. I looked many bags, and this one is the best by far. Check on YouTube someone did a review about the bag and brought on 2 different bags, that's also popular. I think after seeing that I knew what I needed. Good luck
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I wouldn't recommend it, the shoulder strap won't stay bucked so the bag falls to the ground unexpectedly. It is only about 5 inched deep so it's not going to hold much. I've had mine for less than 3 months and the leather is already cracking at the buckle.
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My right shoulder strap has worn almost completely apart in 16 months. I have a 7-8 pound laptop plus documents and folders that I carry. Swiss Gear will fix/replace it, but I have to send it back.
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You might be better off shipping it to your destination. It is too big to carry on so if you have to pay for checked bags, just mail it instead.