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Photographers who hike need a bag that's comfortable to carry, protects all their gear, and keeps everything easily accessible. The Mountainsmith Aurora II Camera Lumbar Pack takes top honors in all categories. The beauty of having your camera gear in a lumbar pack is that it can be carried securely behind you instead of swinging around on a shoulder strap. When it's time to pull your camera out, just rotate the Aurora to the front and get everything ready to go without squatting on the ground or stressing about dropping your bag. The Aurora II has a zippered top and a quick-release buckle to secure your equipment, along with an organizer pocket under the lid for smaller items like extra film. Nestled in-between adjustable, padded dividers, your camera and lenses will be safe, secure, and ready to shoot at a moment's notice.
Photographers who hike need a bag that's comfortable to carry, protects all their gear, and keeps everything easily accessible. The Mountainsmith Aurora II Camera Lumbar Pack fills this need. The beauty of having your camera gear in a lumbar pack is that it can be carried securely behind you instead of swinging around on a shoulder strap. When it's time to pull your camera out, just rotate the Aurora to the front and get everything ready to go without squatting on the ground or stressing about dropping your bag. The Aurora II has a zippered top and a quick-release buckle to secure your equipment, along with an organizer pocket under the lid for smaller items like extra film. Nestled in-between adjustable, padded dividers, your camera and lenses will be safe, secure, and ready to shoot at a moment's notice.
The Mountainsmith Aurora II is designed to carry cameras into the backcountry or just sightseeing through Europe. Comfortable, and a great carrying alternative that fits from small to large bodied SLR's. Keep the Aurora II close and secure with its waist belt that is fully contoured and the detachabled padded shoulder strap ensures the pack does not fall to the ground. The interior is fleece lined an padded for extra protection of your camera and has adjustable internal dividers for film, and other necessities.
We employed our lumbar expertise to design a comfortable waist supported camera carrying alternative that fits from small to large bodied SLR's.
Features | Details | Specifications
Detachable padded shoulder strap
Zippered pocket with key clip and organizational dividers
Laminated mesh zippered pocket under the lid
Adjustable internal dividers
Fleece lined and padded interior
Large water resistant pocket
Push button quick-release buckle secures the top flap
Load stabilizing compression system
Fully contoured hip belt
Size: Medium
Internal Dimensions 7" x 8.5" x 5" 17.8 x 21.6 x 12cm
Dimensions 7" x 11" x 6" 17.8 x 27.9 x 15.2cm
Weight 1 lb. 3 oz. 0.59 kg
Volume 244 cu. in. 4 L
Size: Small
Internal Dimensions 6.5'' x 6.5" x 3.5" 15.9 x 16.5 x 8.9cm
Dimensions 6.5" x 8.5" x 4.5" 16.1 x 21.6 x 11.4cm
Weight 1 lb. 2.4 oz. 0.52 kg
Volume 107 cu. in. 1.8 L
Mountainsmith has employed their lumbar expertise to design a comfortable waist-supported, camera-carrying alternative.
Fully contoured hip belt.
Load stabilizing compression system.
Push button quick-release buckle secures the top flap.
Large water resistant pocket.
Fleece lined and padded interior.
Adjustable internal dividers.
Laminated mesh zippered pocket under the lid.
Zippered pocket with key clip and organizational dividers.
Detachable padded shoulder strap.
YKK zippers.
Hypalon reinforcements.
Body Fabric: 420d Velocity nylon.
Reinforcements: 430d Ballistic nylon.
Internal Dimensions: 6.5 x 6.25 x 3.5 (16.5cm x 15.9cm x 8.9cm).
Volume: 107 cu. in. (1.8 L).
Weight: 1 lb 2.4 oz (.52 kg).
The Mountainsmith Aurora II lumbar camera pack is designed to securely store and transport your camera, lenses, film and other supplies.
Comfortable waist supported camera carrying alternative that fits from small to large bodied SLR's.
No description provided.
| Access Type: | Top zipper and quick-release buckle |
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| Camera Type: | Small to large SLR |
| Capacity: | 107 cu. in. |
| Comments: | Internal Dimensions: 6.5" x 6.25" x 3.5" External Dimensions: 8.5" x 6.5" x 4.5" |
| Country of Origin: | Argentina |
| Dimensions: | [S] 3.5 x 6.5 x 6.25in (8.9 x 16.5 x 15.9cm); [M] 5 x 8.5 x 7in (12.7 x 21.6 x 17.8cm |
| External Pockets: | 1 Front organizer, 1 flap, 2 mesh side |
| Internal Dimensions: | Small: 6.5" x 6.25" x 3.5" Medium: 8.5" x 7" x 5" |
| Linear inches: | 16.25" |
| Manufacturer Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Material: | 420d nylon Velocitiy body fabric 430d water resistant nylon bottom fabric Urethane - coated front zipper |
| Materials: | 420d Velocity nylon body fabric 430d Ballistic nylon reinforcements |
| Recommended Use: | Carrying and protecting camera gear |
| Size: | 6.5" x 6.25" x 3.5" |
| Suspension: | Waist-belt and removable shoulder strap |
| Volume: | Small: 107 cu. in. (1.8 liters) Medium: 244 cu. in. (4 liters) |
| Warranty: | Lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects |
| Weight: | Small: 1 lb 2.4oz (.52 kg) Medium: 1 lb 3oz (.59 kg) |
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Good bag - tight fit | |
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I have a Nikon D40 and it barely fits with the kit lens and SB-400 external flash in the main compartment. If you have a zoom lens, like the 18-200mm VR, I guess you could squeeze it in next to the camera, but you won't be able to carry an external flash then. The pack fits well enough around my waist and bobs a bit when hiking or walking due to the fact that the attachment point of the waist strap is closer to the mid-section of the bag rather than the very top of the bag like it should be (see my review on Youtube for further explanation). I can also fit in my lens pen, UV filter, extra battery, and have space for a few more small accessories. This bag was no cheapie, but considering the dearth of hip pack camera bag selection I had to take the plunge. I have the small version of this bag, there is a larger size. If I had a Nikon D80 or D50 I would definitely get the medium size version of this bag which has slightly larger dimensions. | |
| mahadragon2198592 at Backcountry.com on 05/02/2008 | |
Barely enough | |
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I've been a Mountainsmith fan for many years now, and when we purchased our new digital SLR a Mountainsmith pack was a top priority for us. We are pleased with the comfort of the pack (as we always are with Mountainsmith) but this pack would be nice in a larger size (not available). It fits our Canon 30D with one lens, but only just. That's the sacrifice necessary for the ability to use it as a lumbar pack. Larger cases are available, but not as a lumbar pack. We're very happy with the case - but it would be tough to use with an additional lens or very much other gear. | |
| Moriconi at Backcountry.com on 08/10/2006 | |
Good bag for your camera and 1 lens! | |
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I have a Canon Rebel XSi. You can adjust the space inside and so it can fit with a smaller lens mounted (fits with my 50mm mounted and could fit an external flash too). You could pull out the other velcro dividers, and adjust and fit in a little bit bigger of a lens. But not much room to pack in an entire other lens. (As other reviews show, probably the biggest down side). Great for putting on 1 of your favorite lenses and going for a hike. Good pocket space for extra filters and smaller accessories. Seems like great protection for the camera and am pleased with the purchase. | |
| Jen Tiffan at Backcountry.com on 10/29/2008 | |
"Great compact camera bag" | |
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| Hold new digital SLR, zoom lense and water. Having lumbar and should strap option is great too. Perfect for our trip to Alberta. | |
| Eliza at Moosejaw on 07/24/2007 | |
| "Used this for a 2 week trip to Europe. It was big enough to hold my Nikon D80, 1 lens and memory cards. You could squeeze the charger into the zipper pouch and keep the cord in the side mesh pocket. Definitely not big enough to hold a flash as well." | |
| Anonymous Customer from Forest Hills, NY at eBags.com on 08/01/2007 | |
| "One of the mess side pockets, is disengaging from the supporting material. It's minor. A rain cover pocket (and rain cover) shouuld be incorporated. likley on the bottom on the pack. Quite adequate for the trip." | |
| James from Marietta, GA at eBags.com on 12/23/2008 | |
| "Great purchase...just the right size for a SLR camera. Pretty light and work weell for everyday use or a long hike. I would definately recommend this to anyone and would buy it again." | |
| Anonymous Customer from Phoenix , AZ at eBags.com on 01/02/2008 | |
| "great size. lumbar strap is a unique feature that functions well. good modular storage options." | |
| William from Madison, WI at eBags.com on 10/22/2007 | |
| "Great item - could be just a tiny bit larger for storage." | |
| Anonymous Customer from Centerville, OH at eBags.com on 10/10/2009 | |
| "Outstanding construction, very ergonomic, great price." | |
| Anonymous Customer from Woodinville , WA at eBags.com on 03/11/2008 |
Not sure why you would bother | |
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In terms of quality, Mountainsmith definitely delivers. This lumbar pack is well made with quality zippers and materials. The waist strap and lumbar area is covered with wicking material to help keep you cool, and the waist straps can tuck in so they aren't in the way if you're using the included shoulder strap. The pack is lightweight and has two internal dividers that can be rearranged. | |
| Raivyn at Backcountry.com on 08/27/2009 | |
DSLR - NOT GONNA FIT!!! | |
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I checked out this bag and the Aurora AT which is slightly larger. I have a Canon 50d with a sm. zoom lens (5 in.) (18-200mm). If you place the camera sideways (taking out all dividers) it JUST fits! What's the point? The quality of the bag was nice and looks as if it would be comfortable to carry. The compartments for cards and such all look completely useless - it will hold 2 CF cards and a really thin cell phone. I fail to understand why the 2 lumbar bags they make are almost the same size and too small to carry basic equipment and the next bag up is the tour Fx which is more than twice as big and most of the space is "head" room! The bag starts at my shoulder blades!!! I don't want my equipment stacked on top of each other - I see why none of my local camera stores carry this company - I'm sticking with my Tamrac sling pac! | |
| Melissa McCormick at Backcountry.com on 09/02/2009 | |
Aurora II Camera Lumbar Pack | |
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This is a nice pack but it is just too small. My husband's full size digital camera fits nicely but there is no place for his big lens so it hasn't been used yet. It would be nice if they could develop an addition that could be latched on for oversized lenses. | |
| mayers at Backcountry.com on 01/28/2008 | |
