Love how detailed this. Great to see it all nice and packed up. Thanks for the awesome review! Gonna be picking it up soon 🙂

Agree with you fully on this one Tammy. Amazing pre purchase support, (have not needed any post purchase support) and this bag is worth every cent. Good things are seldom cheap - cheap things are seldom good! If you are into hiking with your camera gear this bag is awesome. I even use mine for solo over night camping!

Very well done Tammy, I enjoy watching your channel because your just North of me and it nice to see areas that's not so far away. Keep it up, and macro is very interesting too !

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! You need to come up here and get some images this year then if you are just South of me!

I join you in the bag addiction! I have this one from 2020 and I love it.

Thank God I found you!!! this was a very detailed complete review love it

Hi Tammy - this is the first video of yours that I have seen and it was very useful. Thanks so much. I have been wondering about this bag and your very practical review nails all of the points that I was thinking about or had questions on. I really appreciate your comments on how the bag fits and the comfort level for women. Thanks!!!

Great review. I love your videos because you improvise at the moment.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I try to be me and make it natural. I mess up a lot but make it fun!!

Thanks for the great video and info! Awesome job

Thanks for the review! I’ve been searching for the perfect bag for travel that I can get some personal stuff in since I am sometimes removed from civilization for periods of time. I’m only about an hour from you! When I’m actually home. Love your channel,

Thank you - great presentation. Think I need the pack like thi one.

Thanks for the creating this video, I think you've made that final decision for me. I was swaying between the Shamoda 60 and the Altas Adventurer. Just wish I didn't have to pay the import duty and extra tax. B-(

thanks for making this video its cool I'm from ireland and the weather is like that most of the time!!!!!

im glad a came across this video. was on the fence about getting this bag because i needed a way to strap a skateboard to it for follow filming. those 2 straps seems like they would do the trick. thankyou

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

718video glad I could help but remember those two straps dont come with the bag. I had those from another bag and put them on there. Just an FYI

Look forward to seeing your videos on macro if you do go that way. Thanks for the complete review.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Janet Cook thank you!! It is my first thing to photograph!

Great Review, Thank You!

Hi Tammy, great video, very informative. I'm also through to a couple of photo backpacks from Kata, Lowepro, Thinktank, Mindshiftgear and others. During the last few years I mainly used the Mindshiftgear Rotation 180 backpacks (Panorama and Horizon) and I especially love the quick access via the rotating beltpack. Nothing else is as fast and convenient, neither a side access (via swinging the pack forward under your arm like on the Lowepro Fastpack) nor back access (via rotating hip belt like on the Lowepro Flipside). That said 2 limitations on the Rotations made me looking for an additional backpack: • A more flexible compound system. The belt pack on the Rotations have a fixed size and do not work well for longer lenses attached to a body. More camera gear has to be placed in the upper day pack but that defeats the point of the quick access system. • A more comfortable carrying system. The Rotations are not bad but a real hiking backpack is much more comfortable, especially when fully loaded. The Atlas Athlete sounds to fit the bill. Having to set down the backpack to access the camera seems be the major drawback of the Atlas for me. I wish it had a side access door. For that reason I definitely won't get rid of my Rotations and use the Atlas solely for larger hikes or bike tours, where I have less need to rapidly access my camera, like it is for street photography or the average city sightseeing tour. Have you used your Atlas pack in scenarios, where you need rapid camera access? What is your approach to deal with such a scenario? • Just carrying the camera in your hand once it is out of the pack probably supported with a handstrap? • Using a neckstrap or shoulderstrap? Usually ugly in combination with a backpack. • Attach the camera to the Atlas via a strap, capture clip oder spider holster? Neither works well if you need to change lenses though. Cheers Pete

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Hey there, sorry for the late comment! I don't usually carry my camera out of hte bag when walking since I walk on some very uneven and rough terrain. I have a capture clip from POeak design but I don't use it on this bag just yet. When I do use a camera strap, I use my Black Rapid strap that clips under the arm so it stays in place when I put my bag back on and it works really well. I also have the Black Rapid Camera Bag Strap but its a pain to get the bag on and off with the camera on it.

How can you not like Tammy.. Great job with the review and your enthusiasm over what I think might be your ultimate & final bag. Only negative comment I have is that I wished it had the venting of the shamoda, for your sweat on your back ...

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

seabreezeof Thabk you for that! I love this bag. I haven’t had an issue with sweating on my back with this bag like my other ones. I sweat more from the straps than I do from the back. I think you might be right about my final bag being this one lol!!

Very details and honest reviews. I really enjoy watching your video. Big like from Singapore. Have a nice day.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!

@CheikoSairin

5 жыл бұрын

@@tammymellert98 Your welcome

Nice review. one my Atlas Athlete, too!

Nice one .... mine is on its way to the UK.... I relate with the bag addiction ha.... This maybe the cure...🤞.... Great vlog... Nice channel 👍👍👍

Always enjoy your videos. Genuine, thoughtful and always relevant! A question if you will. I like the Athlete, but, I think the Adventure would also be a good choice. Did you consider the Adventure? I sense that at 70 liters it may be too big. Your thoughts please.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Actually I did consider the Adventure for a little bit but for the type of photography I do, the Athlete worked best for me. The Adventure is a great pack but you are right, 70L is a lot of space for me and too much for my needs. Now if I hiked the Appalachian Trail or over night hiked I would have gone with that one instead. Or if I had a regular size DSLR with a grip like I used to have. I hope that helps...

Great review of the atlas bag. Could you tell me what the depth of the camera compartment is on the bag? The specs say 13.5cm but looking at your video the body you placed in sideways to show seemed to stick out a long way which suggests the depth is less than stated on the website.

Great video Tammy! I’m also a woman looking for a good camera bag for hiking. Think the atlas athlete is what I need :)

Hey Tammy, loved your video! I’m looking forward to putting my gear in the atlas athlete in September. I was wondering about the little packet of silicone in your camera backpack. Where did u buy that packet and does it work well?

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Hey there, thank you! I got them at a local dive shop but I have switched to a different kind that works better. The packets wear out eventually and leak into the bag. Let me get the link on amazon for you..... Hydrosorbent SG40 40 gram Silica Gel Canister - 2 Pack www.amazon.com/dp/B0147AU5KS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_grjuDbZG3BH73. Love these. Hope that helps...

Okay I’m sold! Great review . And where did you get that sweatshirt? It’s awesome👍

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love my sweatshirt. My husband got it for me for Christmas a couple years ago. He found it online somewhere lol!

brilliant review best one iv seen for this bag so far i have a mindshift 36l at the moment but really like the storage this has for hiking gear etc my camera gear is a nikon d850 and 16-35 lens plus 70-200 2.8 and a tamron 24-70 do you think this bag would fit my camera gear or is it more for smaller cameras thank you

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Hey there! I think this bag might be too shallow for that D850 and those lenses. You might be better off going with the Adventure bag since its a bit deeper and designed for the larger cameras. I would check with Atlas Packs and make sure.

@MrRooster1968

5 жыл бұрын

hi thank you I will send them a e mail get some details thank you

Last time I bought lowepro protactic 450 after watching your review. Now you are making it hard for me to resist the temptation to buy the Atlas. Nice review though.

Hi Tammy, Am new sub and appreciate your honest and candid approach to real world use of the Atlas. Was wondering when you would do this vid since the unboxing. Am looking at the Atlas (Athlete or Adventure), Shimoda, and Peak 45l. I recently bought Sony’s A7m3 and A9 to test out which one I like better with the prime and zoom lens. Since you’ve had both the Athlete and Shimoda 40l, what would be your recommendation with my setup. I also have the Vanguard Alta Pro 2 + 264CT tripod. Appreciate any good tips from your experience. My top 3 considerations are: 1) comfort; and 2) quality; and 3) versatility for storage for gear and non-gear. There is no particular order above Keep up the good content! Cheers

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Well, lets see if I can help you here with these questions. 1.) Comfort - well let me say that both the Shimoda 40L and the Atlas Athlete are comfortable. However, with the Shimoda, I needed the shoulder straps that are made for women (which will be out for sale on May 1st on the website) in order for the bag to be comfortable and fit me well. The 40L bag is a little tall for me but it works. I just couldn't get the bag to fit me properly no matter what adjustments I made to the shoulder straps on the bag. The Atlas Athlete fit me perfectly out of the box. It is very comfortable and I have no issues with the straps, waist belt or it being too large since its fitted to your torso size. In this one the Atlas wins. 2.) Quality - both bags are made really well. I have to say that after a few months use on the Shimoda (now remember I am not easy on my bags) the bottom of the bag has small tears and scratches in it. The bottom is the same material as the rest of the bag. With the Atlas, the bottom is a tough material and has held up well so far. The zippers on both bags are easy to use. Both bags are made well. 3.) Versatility - here is where they are completely different. The Shimoda is a roomy bag with a removable core unit and can be used for any purpose (the atlas can as well but you have to remove all the dividers). It has one main big compartment and then a large compartment on the front. There is a small pocket on the top of the bag but depending on what size core unit you choose that pocket gets larger or smaller. You in essence lose space if you have a larger core unit in the bag. I does have the ability to have side access, again depending on the core unit you choose, but I don't use side access. The water bladder storage on the 40L is something some people don't like since its in the bag. Once you get the core unit in the bag and your extras there isn't much room for anything else in the bag. I found it hard to fit a small sandwich container in the front and a jacket. If you need more room with Shimoda, you have to move to the 60L bag and that is way too big for me. The Atlas Athlete is nice since you have a dedicated camera storage area of 10L and then the front expands from 5L to 30L depending on your needs. The origami section of the camera compartment allows you to either reduce or enlarge that depending on what you plan to carry or how much gear you have. The Atlas also have more storage pockets on the bag so you can store things neatly, not in an accessory pouch all together, and get to things faster. The Atlas is expandable and offers a lot more carry options and storage. For me it is the more versatile bag for that reason. I plan to keep my Shimoda 40L for now but I will more than likely use my Atlas a lot more. Honestly if you plan to do any day hiking, either bag will work for you. However, if you want something you can grow into and it expands to meet your needs - I prefer the Atlas Athlete. If you want to go on longer hikes and do overnight trips then Atlas Adventure (70L) or the Shimoda 60L would work. I like having options on how I store my gear and I rework my bags a lot depending on the seasons and where I am going or shooting. The Atlas Packs give me that ability and in a nice comfortable package. Also consider cost too. I spent almost $550 on my Shimoda 40L, medium ICU, small icu (you can stack them), small accessory pouch, large accessory pouch and rain cover. I spent $385 for the Atlas Athlete and it came with all that in one bag (well technically with all the pockets and the origami unit). If you have a camera store near you that carries the Shimoda 40L I would take my gear and go try it out. Put it on and see how it feels to you. What fits and works for me might not fit or work for you. The Atlas Packs are based in AZ but you can always get in touch with them and they will help you decide what will work for your needs. They are very helpful. I hope that helps you and if you have any more questions, please let me know! Let me know which one you decide on.

@nomad-ze8vr

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Tammy, Thanks so much for such a comprehensive and detailed response! Very helpful. Looks like the Atlas is the right pack for me. I just need to decide between the Athlete or Adventure. Will get this in the next 1-2mos. Best.

Thank you for the superb review. I've been looking at a few different packs, and this video has helped to narrow the field. The only thing that concerns me now is the depth of the bag. I use an Olympus OM-D E-M1 with a battery grip, and a Canon EOS R without a grip. Will this bag accommodate those bodies?

@tammymellert98

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I was able to get my OMD EM1 MKII without the grip in it with no problems but it won't fit with a grip. The Canon EOS R should fit as well but I am not sure what the size of that one is. I hope that helps.

@yukonchris

3 жыл бұрын

@@tammymellert98 Thank you so much for the reply. I've sent a similar question to the maker so I am hoping that they get back to me with more information on what the pack will accommodate. It certainly does seem to be pretty ideal in every other respect.

Great video, what are the straps you are using for the front tripod? That's exactly the configuration I am looking for.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They are extra straps I ordered from LowePro for another bag and I use them on different ones. I got them from here www.lowepro.com/us-en/protactic-quick-straps-black-lp37184-pww/

Nice review i just got this bag. Never have i once hiked with my laptop lol. Leave it at home are your hotel or a secret compartment in your car lol.

Thank you for the detailed review, Tammy. Can I ask what your height is? I’m deciding between the Atlas Athlete (Medium) Pack vs one of those super comfy hiking bags (Osprey or Gregory + a camera insert). The reason being I’m not sure how ventilated the foam mesh in Atlas is. Have you tried using this backpack in summer over 3-5 hours of hiking?

@tammymellert98

3 жыл бұрын

Hello, thank you. I am 5’ 8” tall. Yes I have and it worked well. I sweat anyway but not anymore than normal with this pack versus another one.

Yay so happy about this review! What are the straps on the front called? Would be cool for you to list all of the items in the description 😊

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Hey there! They are extra camera bag straps I got from LowePro for another bag I have. Here is where I got them www.lowepro.com/us-en/protactic-quick-straps-black-lp37184-pww/

@marcoc2706

4 жыл бұрын

I was interested in these straps too. To my surprise, Shimoda has them cheaper than LowePro: Shimoda: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1437156-REG/shimoda_designs_520_198_accessory_webbing_straps_with.html LowePro: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1431296-REG/lowepro_lp37184_protactic_quick_straps_black.html?sts=pi&pim=Y

Which is the most comfortable? This bag or the Shimoda?

I could not get my D850 to fit in this bag - I tried hard too! I didn't want the size 70. I went with the Shimoda instead, and couldn't be happier! I was torn between the two packs. Thanks for the in-depth discussion about packs that fit women.

@JemimahMai

4 жыл бұрын

L W May I ask what size Shimoda you got? I also have a D850

@NomadicLiving

4 жыл бұрын

@@JemimahMai I got the 40. I already had an f-stop internal core which fit in nicely.

The Atlas Athlete looks like a great pack.

@tammy have you tried the Atlas for hiking up the mountain on a hot day? Does it get hot/sweaty easily? How would you compare the ventilation with a proper hiking bag like the Osprey Stratos or Gregory Citro?

@tammymellert98

3 жыл бұрын

Hello, no I have not since we have no mountains here really. However, we do get 80-90+ degree days with lots of humidity and I have hiked in that with no issues. I am sorry but I can't say what its like for mountain hiking with camera gear.

@akirahojo2

3 жыл бұрын

@@tammymellert98 thank you for the reply - I like your candid and detailed review of the bag. But I guess I’m sitting this one out as most of the hiking trails here are undulating with a lot of staircases to hills and summits. After dozens of staircases and steep inclines, I need a backpack with suspended mesh panel where the airflow is better than foam mesh, which looks like the Atlas Athlete is still using.

slso love the huddy haha!!!!!

Now I’m confused. I thought you liked Shimoda Designs. Did you also review the Atlas Adventure? I only ask since the Athlete is too small for my gear. Thanks for the review.

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Oh I do like the Shimoda bag and it can be used for a variety of things as well. I don't plan to get rid of that bag. However, the Atlas gives me the most versatility for what I do. I haven't reviewed the Adventure bag since I don't have one and I am not sure I plan to get one. I would love to do a review on it in the future to compare the two together. No worries, I can understand where you were confused but I have a few bags that I like and won't part with.

@AtlasPacks

5 жыл бұрын

Jackie Perchinske what gear do you have?

@jackieperchinske3907

5 жыл бұрын

AtlasPacks I have a Nikon 750 along with a 200-500, 70-200 and 16-35 lenses along with a GoPro and other various items like SD cards, iPad and such. I’m trying to find a better solution for travel as well as taking this outside. My goal is to be able to carry it on a plane as well so it has to be able to fit most carry on size lengths.

How do the shoulder pads feel like? Kind of thin?

@tammymellert98

4 жыл бұрын

Marlon Orellana they are actually very comfortable. Not too thin and not too thick.

In terms of comfort...do u prefer your Atlas or Shimoda?

@tammymellert98

4 жыл бұрын

Susy Coutu oh wow that is a tough question lol. I love them both but since some of my new gear no longer fits in the Atlas Athlete I haven’t been carrying it as much. I now carry a Shimoda 30L with the women’s tech straps and it is so comfortable. The Atlas is just as comfortable and I wish my new lens fit in it since its part of my main kit. So to answer your question....its a tie really. At present I prefer my Shimoda 30L with the tech straps. Now Shimoda has a new pack coming out and it is currently on Kickstarter. It looks fantastic and I know testers who have one and they love it. I have my pledge in for the Action X30L. I wont see that until sometime in December. Check it out here. If you decide to order, the link is an affiliate link for me and I get a small portion of your purchase. Its a great bag!! shimoda-action-x-camera-bags.kckb.st/37c4d10b. Let me know what you think!! Hope that helps a bit.

@susy0360

4 жыл бұрын

Tammy Mellert Thank you very much for your prompt answer... can’t wait to watxh ur review about the x30 👍🏻

Hi Tammy, thanks for your nice and usefull review. I'm really interested in buying this Atlas backpack or the Shimoda 40 or 30L. Regarding this one, I'm afraid about the main compartment zipper, it seems to me that isn't is a waterproof zipper? Could be? It would be reaaly strange due to that zipper is really in the path of water when you are in a rain, and the rainfly just can't protect the backpanel of the backpack. Another issue with this backpack is the access to the main compartment, I would like a quick access to my gear and I would try to not keep my camera outside the backpack when I'm walking (mainly if I'm in a urban environment). Do you have some advice about this two issues? Thanks a lot!! Best Regards

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Hello Guillermo! Well you have your decision cut out for you here. Both bag systems are great for photographers but they both work very differently. I just had my Atlas in the rain a couple days ago and while I used the rain cover over the front, the back got a little wet but no water got inside the camera compartment at all. I have had my Shimoda 40L get soaked as well and no water got in there either. Now as far as gear access, the Shimoda has a bit of an advantage over the Atlas in that it can be setup with the ICU units so that you have side access on the bag. With the Atlas you have one way to get in and that's through the back. If quick easy access is important, than the Shimoda is the clear one to consider here. It really is personal preference and what you need in a bag. I hope that helps you.

@justusvonliebig

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for your comments and your great reviews. Don't ask me why (perhaps the many reviews that I saw, such as yours) I'm willing to buy the Atlas, but the Shimoda still is there... Anyway, thanks a lot for your help! Kind regards!

@tammymellert98

5 жыл бұрын

Guillermo Menendez anytime!! I love both bags and use them both!

Just curious, is the hip belt the Athlete or the Adventurer belt?

@tammymellert98

3 жыл бұрын

Its the Athlete one.

what is with the mud obsession?

@tammymellert98

4 жыл бұрын

Cameron M lol again! No obsession I just don’t let weather or conditions determine my adventures. Looking forward to your first video!! Lol