Is your gear easily accessible to grab while wearing it? Or is it more of a travel bag?
2039962
It depends on what you are trying to access. The laptop compartment is accessible on your back (if your arms are very flexable) As far as the main camera compartment, it's pretty hard to access on your back. The main zipper has two pulls on it so you can unzip just as much as you want and take your camera out without other stuff falling out. It does not have a quick access area like some bags have. I love it for what I need but yes you really do need to take it off, to easily get to your stuff inside.
2039963
This bag really needs to be slung off of your shoulder or set down to get your gear out. Since the zipped part is in the far back, you'd have to be a contortionist to reach back there and accomplish anything. Fortunately, for me, the bag can stand upright (as long as your tripod's not strapped to it...), and you can yank out the camera with lens fairly quickly. Because of the amount of space in this bag, it's going to be heavy loaded down, and I'd consider it a travel bag, not a casual photog's daily.
2039964
It works like a standard backpack. You will need to remove it off of your shoulders to access anything. It is too cumbersome to use it like a sling and open it on the go.
2039965
It's more of a travel bag. You must take the backpack off to get your gear out.
2039966
The Think Tank - Street Walker is definitely not a bag you work out of while shooting. It is a travel bag that holds a lot of equipment.
2039967
It depends on what you are trying to access. The laptop compartment is accessible on your back (if your arms are very flexable) As far as the main camera compartment, it's pretty hard to access on your back. The main zipper has two pulls on it so you can unzip just as much as you want and take your camera out without other stuff falling out. It does not have a quick access area like some bags have.I love it for what I need but yes you really do need to take it off, to easily get to your stuff inside.
2039968
It's really for travel; small enough for flights (as hand-carry luggage), durable enough for hikes. Had mine for 3 years and it's still intact.
1612798
With a heavy load it might become uncomfortable, I keep about 25 lbs (Almost 11 kg) worth of stuff in mine normally, that includes the 3L camelbak (Which weights about 8 lb's full). I can wear it a long time without issue. I'd say one of the reasons I got it was because if I needed something it's mega easy to access. I've not felt need to switch shoulders like with my old messenger bag. The strap is wide and padded a bit. But your hip shares the weight, not enough to be uncomfortable or to put your back at risk of pain or unnecessary stress.
451058
It's a little tight, especially if you have a lot of gear but it's managable.If you have to sack out with a stranger it could get a bit awkward.I bought it to use as a one man tent, I carry a lot of gear and I need tospread out, I hate mummy bags.
1012558
I'm a big guy and it fits me fine.But it makes it hard to spin the bag around on one shoulder to access stuff in it so I rarely use it.Rarely use the waist strap either, unless I'm hiking in really rough terrain.Use both when I'm visiting someplace that crime could be an issue.
675410
Yes,the numerous pockets throughout the bag are ideal for quick access. I purchased this bag as a Camera bag and it is very convinient when reaching for my cameras accesories. It even holds my LED camera light in the front pocket.
179031
It's not designed as a quick draw bag. It has no side or compartment zippers. Its set up like a normal backpack. It's meant for transporting a lot of gear, a lot of weight safely and organized. So I'm sure could manage too do that if you set the zippers and angled the camera right. But I doubt it would the most comfortable thing. For something carry less and be able take out and use on the fly. I recommend think tanks turnstyle bags. Yours sacrificing most of the room. But it holds all you could need for day too day non professional use.
2062893
I've had no trouble checking the bag through or issues with the zipper. Of course, a safety strap would be a backup if you're concerned.
1494414
I find it convenient. It is part of the chair so it can't be lost. There isn't really a handle, rather a draw string to close the bag. I don't Cary it by this. A handle would be nice.
954605
I really haven't used it for that. I carry it over my shoulder but don't hike or walk around with it a lot. But it seems to be very accessible. And it feels comfortable the way I carry it. Doesn't slip off.
468297
Yes but the straps are short. They don't quite get around me wearing my gear
541644
I personally think so... but I don't carry it for long amounts of time. My husband has a diaper dude bag, and that definitely has better padding. Absolutely love this bag though!
2246804
Yes, it is very comfortable. You can also carry odds and ends in addition to your camera. The more you use it the more uses you will realize. It is a great bag. It is a well made unit with very strong material. I am very happy with this bag.
179029
This is a pretty big bag but I don't think it was designed as a quick access bag. I use mine as a carry on bag to keep from having to check it in when traveling.
1243633
I have used mine for several hours loaded with a DSLR, spare lens & flash with no issues or discomfort.Depending on your definition of "kid gear" you may want to upsize since this is a fairly compact bag.
75018
Thanks! Trying to consolidate what I carry. That would be no good if I lost it altogether so a pouch would be best. Thanks for your answer!
1843967
Yes definitely comfortable but it is a little bulky considering if you're weaving in and out of crowds at Disneyland. I've carried this around during my vacation in Costa Rica and it had not only my DSLR in it but also some of my personal belongings such as passport, money, cards, and keys. I do recommend it for its sturdy and simple design.
97887
Its a great comfy bag if you have a lot of gear, but it will get heavy if you load it up all the way. It doesn't look that big on you if you yourself are somewhat big. I believe it will fit into the carry on, its smaller then the small carry on suitcase.