flr169 0 #1 November 18, 2008 Hey all.......... Just curious on what everyone is using to store / transport there camera gear.... I've got a FF3 that should be here in a week or so and I'm aslo thinking of taking on the project of building a custom Vapour Wes Pro helmet this winter. So the case would have to fit the following : 1---FF3 1---Vapour Wes Pro 1---HC5 1---XSI What are your sugestions and what size case do u think would be needed for all that plus the cables and batteries and etc.... thanks for the input...Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #2 November 18, 2008 Use the search button............. DOH Well if anyone has any current info or pics could you please post.... Also sorry for the re-post of an all ready talked about subject...Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #3 November 18, 2008 Well there is a bit of info but not much... If there is any new info on this subject or even pics of your case and how u have your gear fitted in there would be greatly appreciated...Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #4 November 18, 2008 To fit the Wes Pro you are really limited since there are only a few cases that deep. I have a 1650 that I used to use, its just too bulky to haul around all the time anymore. I'll use it when I fly to an event but besides that its just too bulky to use to drag the gear the 150 feet from the trunk of the car to the hanger.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flr169 0 #5 November 18, 2008 Phree... Could you post some pics....Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting - "fcuk me what a ride!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #6 November 18, 2008 Nope, I've since converted the case for other uses and have the foam sitting around if I fly to a boogie/event. I haven't done that in about 2 years so the foam is gathering dust anymore. I have taken to using a nice camera bag to haul the glass and bodies around in and then carrying the helmet in my freehand, I also use the same bag for taking the camera's with me on hikes and around town. The bag is just so much more practical.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #7 November 18, 2008 You might also want to check out Storm cases. Very similar to Pelican quality wise and often cheaper."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bomb420 1 #8 November 18, 2008 I find for weekend to weekend usage just something like: Lowe Pro Bags works the best. I just clip the helmets to the bag or carry them. I end up carrying an array of different equipment each weekend so pelican cases would be more of a nuisance. They just seem a little over kill to me unless you are on a plane every weekend, like to look elite, or keep leaving your gear outside... (hmmm wait a minute (NOTE: An XTI may work perfectly after leaving it out in the sprinklers all night, at least mine did)) HYPOXIC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PharmerPhil 0 #9 November 18, 2008 QuoteNope, I've since converted the case for other uses and have the foam sitting around if I fly to a boogie/event... I have taken to using a nice camera bag to haul the glass and bodies around in and then carrying the helmet in my freehand, I also use the same bag for taking the camera's with me on hikes and around town. The bag is just so much more practical Ditto, ditto. I have a Pelican (I think 1650, not sure), but I ONLY use it for my helmet now when I am flying. And then I still carry the actual cameras in a LowePro bag on board (CompuTrekker AW). The Pelican is just too much for back and forth to local DZs. Right now I am in Florida for two events (Team Elite and Kaleidoscope), and I drove so I could carry multiple rigs, cameras, printer, DVD burner, etc., etc. Even for this trip I left the Pelican at home. It was last used on a flight to carry my tripod, AC cords, tools and asst. stuff for a non-skydiving video shoot. Great cases, but IMHO you don't always need them. P.S. I have three LowePro bags for stills and two Petrol bags for video cams. I wouldn't check them as luggage, but beyond that they are highly recommended. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maLUCo 0 #10 November 18, 2008 Any thoughts on PORTER Cases ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HSPScott 0 #11 November 18, 2008 I use 2 Pelican 1620s. One for rigs and one for cameras & FTP. If I remember, Ill snap some pics. I do remember that for the camera setup, I got 1 1600 insert and 1 1500 insert. That way the helmet fits on one side, with all the camera stuff in two trays. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
