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MindShift Gear Announces BackLight 36L Backpack, Relief Initiative
3 November 2017
MindShift Gear has introduced its $289.99 BackLight 36L Photo Daypack with 10 more liters of capacity than its predecessor. Like the original BackLight, the back-panel accesses your gear when you can't take the pack off. The zippered compartment reduces the amount of dust, mud, ice or other elements coming in contact with gear, while keeping the pack and shoulder harness clean.
BackLight 36L. Large capacity, lightweight pack opens in front of you.
Available in two colors, charcoal and woodland green, the BackLight 36L provides 11 liters of daypack capacity for personal gear, including separate dedicated compartments for a 10-inch tablet and 15-inch laptop. Even with its increased size, the backpack meets most International and U.S. carry-on requirements.
This new larger backpack holds a variety of camera kits:
- Two gripped dSLRs with lenses attached and four to six standard zoom lenses, plus a flash
- Two gripped Mirrorless bodies with lenses attached and six to eight lenses, plus a flash
- Up to a 600mm f4 lens detached from the camera body
"The BackLight 36L is the perfect example of how seriously we at MindShift take input from outdoor photographers," said Doug Murdoch, MindShift's CEO and lead designer. "They asked for an extra 10 liters of capacity and we created it, while retaining all of the features they liked in the BackLight 26L.
For more information see the news release below.
RELIEF INITIATIVE
MindShift/Think Tank Photo found themselves at the epicenter of the recent California firestorms. "Fortunately, we all emerged unscathed," a company spokesperson said, "although some of our families and friends lost their homes."
To help recover, the companies posted a Donation page with a link to the North Bay Fire Relief Fund where "100 percent of your tax-deductible donations will go directly to support those effected."
In addition, the company will reward donations of $100 or more with one of the six free thank-you gifts listed on its Donation page.
MindShift Gear's BackLight 36L Outdoor Photography Backpack Offers Expanded Capacity
SANTA ROSA, Calif. -- The BackLight 36L Photo Daypack continues MindShift's commitment to providing outdoor photographers with rapid access to their gear. The new, larger backpack offers 10 more liters of capacity than its predecessor. Like the original BackLight, the back-panel opening allows access to gear when taking the pack off is not an option. The zippered compartment reduces the amount of dust, mud, ice or other elements coming in contact with gear, while keeping the pack and shoulder harness clean.
Available in two colors, charcoal and woodland green, the BackLight 36L provides 11 liters of daypack capacity for personal gear, including separate dedicated compartments for a 10" tablet and 15" laptop. Even with its increased size, the backpack meets most International and U.S. carry-on requirements.
This new larger backpack holds a variety of camera kits:
- Two gripped dSLRs with lenses attached and four to six standard zoom lenses, plus a flash
- Two gripped Mirrorless bodies with lenses attached and six to eight lenses, plus a flash
- Up to a 600mm f4 lens detached from the camera body
"The BackLight 36L is the perfect example of how seriously we at MindShift take input from outdoor photographers," said Doug Murdoch, MindShift's CEO and lead designer. "They asked for an extra 10 liters of capacity and we created it, while retaining all of the features they liked in the BackLight 26L."
Features and Benefits
- Daisy chain, ice axe loops and additional lash points for expanding carry capacity
- Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
- Padded waist belt for all day comfort with webbing rail for attaching MindShift accessories
- Quick fit waist belt adjustment for rapid and convenient fitting
- Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
- Cable Attic for carrying filters or flash accessories
- Air channel and lumbar support on rear-panel for all-day comfort
- Ergonomic zipper pulls are easily gripped with gloves or chilled fingers
- Highest quality YKK RC Fuse zippers, 420D Velocity and 420D high-density nylon for long lasting durability and strength
- Front stuff pockets for trail essentials: headlamp, gloves, chargers
- Adjustable dividers for large telephoto lenses, traditional photo gear or personal items
- Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials
- Interior mesh pockets for storing filters, batteries, cables, etc.
- Seam-sealed rain cover included
- Compatible with the Tripod Suspension Kit, Filter Nest, Filter Hive and Switch Case
Materials
Exterior: For superior water resistance, all exterior fabric has a durable water-repellant coating, plus the underside of the fabric has a polyurethane coating. Features the highest-quality abrasion-resistant YKK RC-Fuse zippers, 420D velocity nylon, 420D high-density nylon, 320-GB UltraStretch mesh, 350-GB airmesh, nylon webbing, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
Interior: 210D silver-toned nylon lining, hexa-mesh pockets, high-density closed-cell foam, PE board reinforcement, 3-ply bonded nylon thread.
SPECIFICATIONS
Exterior Dimensions: 13.8" W x 22.4" H x 10.2" D (35x57x26 cm)
Interior Camera Compartment: 12.6" W x 21" H x 7.1" D (32x53.5x18 cm)
Laptop Pocket: 11.2" W x 16.1" H x 1" D (28.5x41x2.5 cm)
Tablet Pocket: 10.6" W x 10.2" H x 0.6" D (27x26x1.5 cm)
Total Volume: 36L
Weight: 4.9 lbs (2.2 kg)