The Bag 28 JAN I have many pursuits: two businesses, school, and the family. After years of finding myself always having left “it” at home, I’ve learned to rely on a well packed shoulder bag (and car, to some extent) to ensure I’m not left hanging. It’s worked out pretty well, so I figure I’d share my results here: I’ll start with the bag (I use three): Kenneth Cole New York leather shoulder bag. I bought this at Franklin Covey (primarily because the one they carried was neither black nor tan, but instead an atypical dark brown. It helps that...

July 27, 2012 in Product Review Like Leonard Nimoy, I am always “In Search Of” what is out there.  I happen to love bags.  I buy them in thrift stores and yard sales, and I even take people’s castaways.  It is difficult to find that perfect bag.  I have a friend whose wife makes him give away some bags every once in awhile, because they can eventually take over, and she is concerned what might happen if they developed a mind of their own and decided to revolt against their storage areas. Courierware offers a wide variety of color options to...

Matus Kalisky A little background: After ordering the Mamiya 6 with 3 lenses I realized that I will need yet another new bag for it. The main purpose of this bag should be one day trips with very little luggage apart from the camera (a bottle of water, documents, wallet, map and maybe a book). For any more serious trips where more involved hiking is expected I use a backpack. The choice I knew I wanted a light weight bag that should be reusable as a non camera bag (when just carrying a small P&S or similar). It should be...

The Bare Bones Bag EVOLUTION, BBB-E Finally a bag for the active working photographer… the Bare Bones Bag Evolution! Built on decades of shooting experience and a careful look at historic carry solutions, the BBB-E is unlike any “camera bag” made. Each BBB-E is handmade in Vermont to Stephen Schaub’s exact specifications. The BBB-E is made out of top quality materials and is designed to last a lifetime! This is a professional camera bag designed for the most demanding professional photographer. UPDATE 3.23.2012: The BBBE has had a size increase by .5" in length and .25" in height and depth to fit the iPad 3 better and for...

07.30.13 by Tracey HansonComments5 Both my kiddos start school at the end of August- only one month away!! Where did summer vacation go? I know there is still a month left of summer, but I am in back to school shopping mode NOW! The first item on my list- backpacks. I searched the web for made in the USA school bags and put together a list of my favorites. What made these 6 selections my favorites? I looked at the size, style and quality. Price was weighed with the quality of the bag. The more expensive bags have great warranties! MADE IN THE...