Shouldn't these comments be in the PPG thread? We can't have this thread developing a point .

That said I'm not a member of PPG and don't really see the point of it.

Yvon Bourque has a good free test chart link

Tamrac have a fine range of bags, as do Think Tank, Kata and if you want to spend more on a bag, Billigham and Domke. Camera Armor (who are owned by Lowepro nowadays I believe) also have some bags now.

In my experience Crumpler bags do not carry as much as Crumpler claim, so I'd probably give them a miss.

The best way, if at all possible, is really to go and see the bags and get a feel for them and how much they really will hold. Plus the weight of them - some are so heavy empty they would be awful to carry for long periods when full of gear too. Failing that have a look at various online shops and just see what appeals - but do make a note of the weight of the bag before deciding.

Happy birthday!
Is she still needing you? and feeding you?

Guess you're off to the Isle of Wight this summer too .

Dangermouse - automatics also have an engine braking option. How do you think the Yanks cope?

Bret do they grit the pavements and roads where you are? Really course grit. I saw it in Norway and it was brilliant for walking on. So much better than the tonnes of salt they use here - which result in the melting freezing cycle you talk about.

Photographers vests are like the waistcoats which some men of a certain age seem to grow. A bit like nose and ear hair but more obvious .

I have no idea what they carry in all the pockets, but you see them everywhere, regardless of nationality.

Go with a bum bag or clip on lens bag. One of these days though you will have to invest in a new bag as your collection grows.

Not fighting but mating methinks. They lock talons mid flight when they are renewing their pair bond, around this time of year.

Others have said it all really about the photos. I hope you took time to enjoy the spectacle as well as photograph it.

That's a shame Ken, but work must come first. Of course you do know a certain Pentax supplier is in Hertfordshire don't you .

Good that you said about the two car parks TT. I'm sure we'll find it, and everyone!

No idea what car we'll be in, except it will have a Dutch registration.
The Prius is due to be replaced by the lease company and may or not be replaced in time for the trip.

I thought it was perhaps a good idea to start a new thread on this so people who may have missed the earlier ones can join in if they wish.

There is a PU meet organised for 9th April 2011 at Pollock park, Glasgow,

We are meeting at the Burrell Collection car park at 10.30. Not sure how we will recognise each other - other than by the Pentaxes hung around our necks that is.

All who want to attend are most welcome to. Maybe if you add a comment to this thread we can build up an idea of numbers.

Also perhaps one of our Glaswegians can post some links to the place for anyone unfamiliar with it, or too idle to search for themselves .

I, for one, am really looking forward to meeting some PUers at last, and having a good day in Glasgow.

Let's hope the weather gods are kind to us.

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