Does anyone use a ....

[back alley]

i can't speak to the domke, but the m classic has it straps coming out the back of the back and i wear it over the neck and have it sitting just above my butt in the small of my back.
hardly know it's there.

joe

 

[Tarzak]

On a recent trip to the US I used my old laptop (STM brand) backpack, that has a padded section where I kept my second lens and a flash. On one of the daypack straps I had a little carabiner (d-clip) where I would hang my camera from its (shortened) neck strap. I did this only when in "take pictures" mode and it worked quite well. Makes taking the back pack off to change lenses more tricky but not much.
The weight distribution was very even.

 

[ray_g]

Rover, I have a Lowepro Micro Trekker, and I like it. I use it only for SLR's, and takes all the stuff I need. I suppose it would vary from person-to-person, but the small size falls right on the small of my back so much so that it gives some lumbar support.

I have used it to bring my RF gear, plus a whole lot of film, on plane trips. The size is perfect for stowing under the seat. I agree with Joe, and stuff a satchel/messenger type bag in the suitcase for use later.

For $59, it is a pretty good choice.

 

[Stanton]

I have a Mini-Trekker and use it with a Nikon F2 and a Nikkormat FT2 and about 8 lenses, plus various "necessities." It is extremely easy for me to carry a relatively large load, and I am neither young nor athletic. The problem is that you have to take it off to get at the contents. I also use a Domke F2 and a smaller Domke which, although I cannot put the same weight in them, allows me immediate access.