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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Woodbadger" data-source="post: 1530788" data-attributes="member: 74032">I recently got an <a href="http://www.rei.com/product/747932" target="_blank">REI Boarding Bag</a>. It has some padding on the back. I usually use a harness with myZen-Ray EDs, but they will fit in the main pouch for storage. It will take a full size Sibley's or the new bigger Petersons. The smallest pocket on the front fits my small notebook and pen for easy access. The bigger front has numerous slots for iPod (for you BIRDJAMmers) phone, lens cloths, etc. and can also fit a smaller guide (Kauffman etc.) There is a tether for attaching keys, and a couple of zipped pockets for securing other items (wallet, money etc.) There is also an elasticated side zip out for a small water bottle.I used a large "fanny" pack (reversed) for awhile but found it to be cumbersome, plus it caused some lower back pain when loaded up. I wish I had seen the <a href="http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/viewCategories.asp?idCategory=4" target="_blank">Maxpedition Versapacks</a> earlier, though. This is THE bag I had in mind when I started looking! <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite6" alt=":cool:" title="Cool    :cool:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":cool:" /> Maybe I can convince my wife that the REI bag would be PERFECT for her and I can "trade up" o<img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big grin    :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></blockquote>

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