Hi Scott thanks for the video. I’m debating to get this or the roller derby which has four wheels. I’m curious if you feel fatigued on your arm or on your shoulder when you carry it for a longer distance.
I have always been glad when I've bough ThinkTank bags. That's not true about the bags from other manufacturers. There's nothing gimicky about them. What's there is there for a purpose. And what's there works. One of my favorite things is being able to stand up a 1DX II, rather than lay it flat. Thanks for a review. I wouldn't change a word.
I wish someone would make a bag thats not just for perfect airport floors. A bag with bigger softer wheels that are good for uneven pavements and streets. I know I am not the only person who wants this and yet every roller bag ever made that I know off are designed for marbled floors.
Recently bought the International v3 after using the V2 for 5 years. Am generally happy with V3. Just some minor design issues, the front pouch as three deeper inserts, one for laptop, one for tablet and a black hole. So for smaller items like wallets you have the problem of the item falling to the bottom of the pouch, in V2 there was an area that was not so deep. I will have to use the tablet pouch to store wallets and smaller items. For me the side handle isn't used at all and I wish they put a zip pouch there instead, for water bottle, etc. The front elasticated pouch is too tight. All the straps that tie the tripod to the side are too long, so the lower one tangles with the wheel. The tripod holder needs a better design to attach it firmly to the lower part of the bag. The small side pocket on the lower part of the bag could be more stretchy. Overall the bag is excellent quality, just need some minor design improvements.
Hey thanks for the comment! :) I totally agree for the most part... I immediately noticed that I wanted a little more flex on the side pocket, and a shallower area of the front pocket would be useful too. I don't actually use it with a tripod so much myself so hadn't noticed those issues but it's good to know. I do like the side handle as well but it's not like I'd miss it if there was a zipper pouch or something in its place. I'll be sure to bring these things up with ThinkTank when I can and hopefully a v4 will be around someday! :) Thanks again!
Hey Scott, for me I may have found a solution to stop items going to the bottom of the front pouch (not the stretchy one). I stuck two long strips of Scotch fasteners (a bit like Velcro), but industrial strength (they hold like 4.5kg) in a line across the pouch. These fasteners are super bonding. So I applied these strips around the bottom of the pen holder in the first pouch, so that means I now have the option to close it or open it, depending on what I carry. Wouldn't cost too much for Think Tank to apply Velcro there.As for the side handle, they could have included a side pouch/stretchy side pocket , like on the Airport Security then add two D rings to attach a temporary harness or handle. Currently the only way to store a bottle of water is in the stretchy pouch. Be preferable in a side pouch to keep it upright in case of leakage.If the stretchy pouch doesn't loosen, then I might cut off the old V2 stretchy pouch and sow it to the front. May not look nice but I am all about practicality and capacity. Yes, if they made the lower side pouch more stretchy then they wouldn't need to supply that tripod end cup holder. I also tuck in the two tripod legs into the lower side pouch. It's tight, but less hassle. For me, I would love to see a none airport version of this bag with more depth, to put a Nikon 70-200 vrii upright / not squash those SB910s. Not everyone needs to travel by plane and many am sure would love the extra depth in the bag. There is currently no bag on the market of this size that can store the 70-200 upright, which is probably the most popular used lens for a wedding/ event photographer.
I really like the idea of a non-airport-airport line bag... For me, the airport navigator was the closest solution since you can technically put a 70-200 upright, from the point of view of opening it from the top flap. I've even had it setup to hold two cameras (non-gripped) with lenses attached top loading and the 70-200 vertically from the top in the center of them. It's easy enough to open the two little flaps covering the center column and grab the 70-200 from the top and while it doesn't hold as much overall as the larger bags, it's kind of a nice in between. Most of my flashes will fit with the head closed at a 90 degree angle in the bag's depth no problem as well, so I can get 2 bodies, a few lenses, a flash or two and some small extras in there usually. If you haven't had a chance to use that one, I'd recommend you check it out :)
Lol, it's definitely not cheap, but if you need all it offers (TSA locks, anti theft steel cable, super smooth rolling wheels, meets airplane requirements and fits a ton of gear with lots of flexibility in layout of course with great protection) it's definitely worth it.
Buy one used and save yourself about a hundred and fifty bucks. People will use them for a year or two then sell them to buy a different bag. -I just bought a used V2.0 for $120 and it is an AMAZING bag.
Hi Scott thanks for the video. I’m debating to get this or the roller derby which has four wheels. I’m curious if you feel fatigued on your arm or on your shoulder when you carry it for a longer distance.
Thanks for talking like a real human and like a silly hyped RUclipsr. Much appreciated 👍
I have always been glad when I've bough ThinkTank bags. That's not true about the bags from other manufacturers. There's nothing gimicky about them. What's there is there for a purpose. And what's there works. One of my favorite things is being able to stand up a 1DX II, rather than lay it flat. Thanks for a review. I wouldn't change a word.
Jim Keener Thanks so much as always! Glad to hear you agree :)
Scott, now that you've had the bag for a few months, have you had any issues traveling on planes with it?
Hey! Sorry for the delay in my reply! I've had no problems whatsoever with it, it's been a lifesaver! :) I'd highly recommend it.
after 3 years. Have you had any problems with the pull/retractable handle? Im looking to get a replacement for my Neewer camera bag.
Not at all personally! Still seems like new in a lot of ways, and parts that naturally take damage are user replaceable :)
I wish someone would make a bag thats not just for perfect airport floors. A bag with bigger softer wheels that are good for uneven pavements and streets. I know I am not the only person who wants this and yet every roller bag ever made that I know off are designed for marbled floors.
Recently bought the International v3 after using the V2 for 5 years. Am generally happy with V3. Just some minor design issues, the front pouch as three deeper inserts, one for laptop, one for tablet and a black hole. So for smaller items like wallets you have the problem of the item falling to the bottom of the pouch, in V2 there was an area that was not so deep. I will have to use the tablet pouch to store wallets and smaller items. For me the side handle isn't used at all and I wish they put a zip pouch there instead, for water bottle, etc. The front elasticated pouch is too tight. All the straps that tie the tripod to the side are too long, so the lower one tangles with the wheel. The tripod holder needs a better design to attach it firmly to the lower part of the bag. The small side pocket on the lower part of the bag could be more stretchy. Overall the bag is excellent quality, just need some minor design improvements.
Hey thanks for the comment! :) I totally agree for the most part... I immediately noticed that I wanted a little more flex on the side pocket, and a shallower area of the front pocket would be useful too. I don't actually use it with a tripod so much myself so hadn't noticed those issues but it's good to know. I do like the side handle as well but it's not like I'd miss it if there was a zipper pouch or something in its place.
I'll be sure to bring these things up with ThinkTank when I can and hopefully a v4 will be around someday! :) Thanks again!
Hey Scott, for me I may have found a solution to stop items going to the bottom of the front pouch (not the stretchy one). I stuck two long strips of Scotch fasteners (a bit like Velcro), but industrial strength (they hold like 4.5kg) in a line across the pouch. These fasteners are super bonding. So I applied these strips around the bottom of the pen holder in the first pouch, so that means I now have the option to close it or open it, depending on what I carry. Wouldn't cost too much for Think Tank to apply Velcro there.As for the side handle, they could have included a side pouch/stretchy side pocket , like on the Airport Security then add two D rings to attach a temporary harness or handle. Currently the only way to store a bottle of water is in the stretchy pouch. Be preferable in a side pouch to keep it upright in case of leakage.If the stretchy pouch doesn't loosen, then I might cut off the old V2 stretchy pouch and sow it to the front. May not look nice but I am all about practicality and capacity. Yes, if they made the lower side pouch more stretchy then they wouldn't need to supply that tripod end cup holder. I also tuck in the two tripod legs into the lower side pouch. It's tight, but less hassle. For me, I would love to see a none airport version of this bag with more depth, to put a Nikon 70-200 vrii upright / not squash those SB910s. Not everyone needs to travel by plane and many am sure would love the extra depth in the bag. There is currently no bag on the market of this size that can store the 70-200 upright, which is probably the most popular used lens for a wedding/ event photographer.
I really like the idea of a non-airport-airport line bag... For me, the airport navigator was the closest solution since you can technically put a 70-200 upright, from the point of view of opening it from the top flap. I've even had it setup to hold two cameras (non-gripped) with lenses attached top loading and the 70-200 vertically from the top in the center of them. It's easy enough to open the two little flaps covering the center column and grab the 70-200 from the top and while it doesn't hold as much overall as the larger bags, it's kind of a nice in between. Most of my flashes will fit with the head closed at a 90 degree angle in the bag's depth no problem as well, so I can get 2 bodies, a few lenses, a flash or two and some small extras in there usually. If you haven't had a chance to use that one, I'd recommend you check it out :)
Do all the Canon 5D 3's cameras fit with the battery grips still attached?
Yes, that should be no problem :)
Nice review, thanks!
+115023858154821018568 Thanks so much for watching! :)
Im thinking this is The best i seems . Great video 👍🏾
Thanks so much! I definitely LOVE this bag :) I think you will too!
i wish the think tank wankers made a flat bottom in the v3
$400! LoL nope
Lol, it's definitely not cheap, but if you need all it offers (TSA locks, anti theft steel cable, super smooth rolling wheels, meets airplane requirements and fits a ton of gear with lots of flexibility in layout of course with great protection) it's definitely worth it.
Yeah besides the price it is a great bag, i am looking for one at the moment but at that cost its way out of my range.
it will save you money in the long run vs. a cheaper bag that wont last and you end up spending more later.
Christina Sturgis I ended up get a manfrotto at half the price.
Buy one used and save yourself about a hundred and fifty bucks. People will use them for a year or two then sell them to buy a different bag. -I just bought a used V2.0 for $120 and it is an AMAZING bag.
It was possible to take a centimeter and show the inside of the backpack, instead of saying what can be placed there.