Hello Cotty I have a Micro Trekker 200 SE (Special Edition) that was about a third cheaper than the non-SE version. There are only a few minor differences eg the SE lacks a keyring holder. Most importantly the SE has sliding but not lockable adjustment for the chest strap. This can be a little annoying, but IMO it's worth the saving. I'm probably going to sew it into place so it doesn't slip down anyway.
In general the pack is brilliant. It comfortably holds MZ-S with 28-70/4, ME super with 50/1.7, either 80-320 or 70-210/4 depending on mood, and 85/1.8, AF330FTZ, along with spare batteries, films, and other oddments. There's a useful pocket on the front of the pack which will easily take sandwiches and drinks, map and compass, waterproof coat (whatever). It's very comfortable indeed and a vast improvement over a shoulder bag. I can wear the pack, filled as above, for several hours, in town or country. I would agree with Mick McGuire though, that access is somewhat less convenient than a shoulder bag, but I have got into the habit of wearing the pack and carrying the camera and lens of choice in my hand. I only have one gripe really, and that is that the zip enclosing the main section of the pack is very accessible. This makes me a bit paranoid in crowded places such as Covent Garden, that some felon will unzip the pack enough to slip out the prized MZ-S. I usually end up carrying the pack by its top handle in these situations. I would highly recommend the Micro Trekker 200 (SE). It meets my needs (as detailed above) almost perfectly. If yours are similar, you will not be disappointed. Regards Jim Brooks > ------------------------------ > > Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2001 17:15:09 +0100 > From: Cotty <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Lowepro Micro Trekkers - opinions? > > I'm thinking of snapping up a Micro Trekker 200 that's on special offer > near me. Does anyone have any firm opinions on these? I was very > impressed with Rob Studdert's Lowepro packed with gera when we met, > although I forget which actual model he had... > > I only want something small that will take one or two bodies and up to > four lenses plus a few bits, nothing much. Size is important (as the > actress said to the bishop) but in this case, I want it compact. > > Any input greatly appreciated. > > Cheers, > > Cotty - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
