I've also got a Spyder 3 Pro and it does an excellent job, very pleased with it

I'd just like to add my support for Chris and his colleagues at SRS, they have always been nothing short of excellent with me.

I will continue to purchase through SRS because I believe their customer service and keen pricing are the best out there (IMHO) but I have to admit though that my lens collecting may slow down a little until Pentax re-evaluate their UK pricing structure

Hi Edd, welcome to the forum

Gwyn, good point regarding the weight although for me so long as it is not ridiculously heavy comfort is of the most importance.

In the end I decided to plump for the Lowepro Vertex 100 AW as it looks very robust, gets good reviews and should fit most airline carry on size restrictions. It is a little on the heavy side but I can live with that (hopefully)

Thanks for the replies everyone.

Gareth, yes I tend to carry my 60-250 around almost all the time and yes I would occasionally use the bag when travelling by air. Good points.

Found this deal on Amazon which looks pretty tempting http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lowepro-Vertex-Notebook-Backpack-Digital/dp/B000MUK81E/r...=pd_cp_ce_1 even the one from Amazon directly at £65.83. Only thing is... it's not quick access but I guess you can't have everything

What I meant to say was that the focus indicator hasn't caused my daughter any problems, but as it appears we cannot go back and edit posts I've had to post again to correct my typo

We recently bought a K-m body and the std DA II 18-55 & DA 50-200 (metal mounts) for our daughter's 21st.

It a great little DSLR, really solid build and the flexibility of easy scene modes to fully manual. I wouldn't worry too much about the focus indicator it has caused my daughter any problems and she's come from a Fuji F31d point and shoot.

We did opt for the metal mount lenses though, purchased through SRS, great service

I'm looking for a bit of advice / recommendation for a new camera equipment bag.
I currently use a Lowepro SlingShot 200 AW and although I like it's flexibility it is starting to become 'space challenged' and a little uncomfortable when carrying all of my kit on longer walks (8 plus miles).

What would you recommend for a bag that is still reasonably quick to access, high quality build and weather proof (storm proof cover is OK) and more comfortable (i.e. double straps).
I have been considering the Lowepro Vertex 100 AW and the KATA 3N1-20 or 30... any thoughts:

Hi Bart, welcome to the forum

Hello Kai, welcome to the forum