Boundary Supply Prima System Backpack Review
"Rugged. Technical. Capable."
A heavyweight tech/camera/daily-carry backpack designed for durability, protection and access. Excellent material feel, slight expandability, robust back panel and straps.
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What I like
- The best in its category of techy, camera-ready daily carry backpacks.
- 500D DWR Cordura that's protective but still feels like a bag. bluesign certified materials.
- One of the most robust, comfortable harnesses I've used. Breathable EVA foam back, load lifters, removable hip belt.
- Best camera cube integration I've seen on a bag that isn't purely a camera bag. Clips in solid and easy to pull out.
- Lovely pockets: magnetic quick access, a hidden pocket, an RFID pocket.
- Fidlock magnetic buckles and YKK storm guard zips. Water sealed laptop zip fits a 15in laptop.
- Lash straps for a tripod or yoga mat, roller bag pass-through.
Watch for
- Heavy and robust. For a sweater and a water bottle, it's overkill.
- Techie look.
- Only one side handle.
- The inside elastic pouch feels flappy and less considered than the rest.
- The rolltop is slight. I wish it expanded more.
Specs
- 500D DWR Cordura, YKK storm guard zips, Fidlock buckles
Where I've covered it
- Boundary Supply Prima System Massive Review (full review)
- CAMERA BACKPACK SHOOTOUT at 34:26
- How to Decide Which Backpack to Buy at 4:49
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