District Camera

Shimoda Designs Urban Explore Backpack (Boa, 30L)

Shimoda Designs Urban Explore Backpack (Boa, 30L) - Main image
$231.17 $339.95 In stock

Category: Camera Bags

The Urban Explore Series was designed for today's creator. Whether photo, video or other creative avenues, the new series has the function, form and comfort to have you carrying this bag everywhere. Its features were designed to accommodate today’s most commonly used creator tools including the latest cameras, laptops, Capture Clips and more. All ready to travel and packaged in a beautiful recycled Cordura shell. The 30-liter pack also packs a 16-inch (40 cm) laptop, and holds the most camera gear of all the models. If you need to carry a significant amount of kit, this will be the one.



Capture Clip Mounting Strip - Dedicated strip on the harness for height-adjustable mounting of a Capture Clip.



U.S. and International Carry-On Compatible with Travel Friendly Design – Designed to be the perfect travel partner, this water-resistant camera backpack meets the strictest U.S. and international Carry-On regulations. It also features a luggage handle pass-through, a hidden AirTag pocket, a base handle for easy 2-handed carry, a hidden passport pocket, and routing for a mobile battery charger.



Multiple Access Points – The pack offers rear and side access options. The side opening is ideal for quick, under-the-arm access without completely removing the pack, and the anti-theft rear opening allows wide, unobstructed access to the bulk of your gear for less time-sensitive shooting situations.



Removable Core Unit Camera Insert Included – Provides shockproof protection for Mirrorless and DSLR cameras and lenses, and can be removed to convert the pack for general purpose travel. Fits all non-gripped mirrorless and DSLR cameras.



Tripod, Gimbal and Water Bottle Pockets – Pockets on both sides of the pack can be used to fit a tripod, gimbal, water bottle or other outdoor equipment.

Payment options

The checkout page shows the payment options available for your order.

Processing & transit

Compare the processing window with the estimated transit time.

Standard Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

Express Shipping: Handling (business days) 0–1; Transit (business days) 7–15.

View policy
Refund processing

Merchant processing and bank posting are separate steps.

Please contact us for the refund processing timeframe before returning an item.

View policy
Shipping services

Use the details for the destination and service you select.

Standard Shipping · United States: $0.00

Express Shipping · United States: $3.99

View policy
Return terms

Follow the stated return method and include your order reference.

United States · Return window (days after delivery): 30. Return method: By mail. Return postage: Seller pays.

View policy

Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Jason ★★★★★

The side-access zipper is a game-changer for grabbing my camera mid-hike without taking the bag off. It sits close to the back and doesn't bounce, even with a heavy load. Perfect for long days of shooting on the move.

Violet Z. ★★★★★

The side-access panel makes swapping lenses on a crowded sidewalk feel effortless, and the padding molds to your back even when fully loaded. I've taken it on three shoots this week and my shoulders are still happy. Definitely a buy-once, cry-once kind of bag, but worth every penny.

Richard E. ★★★★★

I’ve been carrying this 30L bag on city shoots for a month, and the boa strap adjustment makes it easy to dial in the fit without fiddling. The padded waist belt tucks away neatly when I’m just grabbing coffee. It’s become my daily carry for gear and laptop.