Sometimes gear reviews can read a bit like a pastor preaching to the choir.  It's the already converted nodding their heads and shouting amen as they hear the good news about the latest gear or product. That's why this review of our Urban Access 15 Backpack from Steve Vansak at Shotkit.com is so refreshing.  Steve says straight up in the review that he doesn't like photo backpacks.  So it's great to read how the Urban Access brought him around on the idea of two straps instead of one, and about how much he liked the pack's dual and rear panel...

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Our Retrospective Backpack is now available for pre-order, and we have two to giveaway! (read on)  This classic-styled rucksack features a rugged yet form-fitting canvas that is treated with DWR to repel the elements. A zippered security flap under the lid tucks away to provide rapid top access, while the back panel offers full access to your gear – including a 15-inch laptop. Superior construction, comfortable harness and legendary Think Tank quality inspires confidence so you can focus on the shot. (Want to Win one of Two? Scroll down)  KEY FEATURES: Soft and form-fitting with minimalist outer appearance Top and...

Hopefully you were able to snap one of these bad boys up during our epic 40% off Black Friday sale, but even if you missed it, the PhotoCross 10 & 13 slings pack a lot of bag into a very affordable price.  Award-winning travel photographer Bhagi Siva recently gave the PhotoCross 13 a review for Shotkit.com and the sling garnered some pretty high praise from him.  Check out Bhagi's review of the PhotoCross 13 along with some of the rather bespoke (if we may say) photos he snapped of it along the way.