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Lowepro Whistler Backpack 450 AW II

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$283.96 $399.95 In stock

Category: Camera Bags

All-season Performance.
Lowepro's most versatile pack for extreme conditions, the second generation, redesigned Whistler II delivers amazing performance for wilderness photographers and adventurers who carry an equal measure of camera, video and functional outdoor gear.

The inventive and technical Whistler alpine pack is reminiscent of our brand heritage, and the adventures that led founder Greg Lowe to create a carry solution for his passions.

Designed and tested by professional photographers, including Whistler shooter Paul Morrison, in the extreme conditions of the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, Canada.

Key upgrades include:
• 20% more interior cargo space - now fits 3 lenses across
• CradleFitTM 15-inch laptop compartment for 450 model
• Top & body side access to camera compartment
• New more comfortable dual density harness design
• Simplified attachment points and routing for compression straps

Features

Special Insert pads for controller and drone protect and secure components in the bag.

Pack includes a detachable All Weather AW Cover to deploy and protect valuable gear from rain, snow, dust or sand.

A dedicated CradleFit TM Laptop sleeve to fit a 15-inch laptop for the 450. Ejector strap makes loading and unloading the laptop quick and easy.

Roomy front pocket expands to fit alpine essentials, including a shovel, probe, rope or extra clothes. A waterproof barrier separates wet gear from main compartment (drain hole at bottom).

Top pocket designed with a high-visibility orange interior; key leash included inside zippered pocket.

A camera with a mounted long lens can easily be loaded through the top access. Folding dividers configure vertically or horizontally for to fit different types and shapes of gear.

Attach heavy gear like skis, ice tools or pro tripod to the sides and still have access to main compartment.

Multiple attachment points make it easy to expand capcity and add trekking poles, snowboard or other alpine essentials.

Color
Grey
Fits
Pro DSLR with extended / portrait grip
58mm f/1.4
24-70mm f/2.8
24mm f/1.4
Flash SB910
GoPro
DJI Mavic Pro
DJI Osmo
15-inch laptop
Compartment Dimensions
Camera: 11.42 x 7.09 x 16.54" (29 x 18 x 42cm))
Laptop: 10.63 x 0.79 x 14.96" (27 x 2 x 38cm)
Front: 13.39 x 3.15 x 19.69" (34 x 8 x 50cm)
Top: 10.63 x 5.91 x 3.94" (27 x 15 x 10cm)
Volume
Device: 27 L
Other: 18 L
Dimensions
External: 12.99 x 10.04 x 23.62" (33 x 25.5 x 60cm)
Interior: 11.42 x 16.54 x 7.09" (29 x 42 x 18cm)
Weight
6.80 lb (3.09kg)
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Matthew ★★★★★

The internal dividers are perfectly angled so I can access my telephoto lens without unpacking everything. I took it through a heavy rainstorm last weekend and everything inside stayed bone dry.

Timothy E. ★★★★★

The zippered compartments kept my gear bone-dry during a sudden downpour last weekend, and the padded hip belt made carrying a heavy load over rocky terrain far more comfortable than I expected.

Jacob T. ★★★★★

Loaded this thing through a full day of icy hiking trails and the weatherproofing held up perfectly. The redesigned harness feels like it was made for my torso, and the waist belt kept the weight off my shoulders even with a full kit. It's bulky, but I honestly can't imagine a better companion for e