Recent content by NotMandatory

Normally I'm walking with my partner, so he would be carrying a rucksack and I wouldn't need to carry very much. I would only carry the one bag if we were going for a short hike - 3-5 miles and an easy route - and the weather was good (not that that's ever guaranteed!). So I'd probably want to...

Thanks! This is giving me some great food for thought. I hadn't thought of buying a separate cover (stupid me), so that will definitely make a difference...

Doesn't the Fastpack's side pocket allow acces while it's on your back? That's why I was thinking about that range. I was wondering how easy it is to actually get the equipment out from that position, though.

I'm looking for a backpack to carry with me on day-long walks through the Lake District and Pentland Hills near Edinburgh. I'm looking for the following features: - waterproof or waterproof cover (very important) - easy access to the camera while walking (pretty important, though I'll be...