Yes. Love my Prvke 21L, but that interior color is a nuisance. I've taken to clipping a tiny LED keychain light for searching for stuff in the rolltop section. Also, I found that adding a third-party elastic mesh on the outside of the bag (attached with small clips on the 4 attachment points) works wonders for stuffing a jacket or hat on the outside of the bag. Just a tip for users. Great review!
Love your style, “matter of fact” and extremely useful info. Just bought the new 21L V2 and 31L V2. I ultimately returned the 31L, was afraid that it be too big for carry on/under seat on certain international airlines, and it felt a bit big for EDC/travel once I got to my destination . Agree with all the constructive criticism. Looks like Wandrd listened and fixed some things like the back panel padding, shoulder straps and stronger magnets. Overall better than the peak design (although the PD’s are made very well) but couldn’t get on with the floppy side panels. Everything would just fall to the bottom and didn’t feel secure that stuff would fall out the side if you weren’t super careful. So far after trying 12 camera travel brands/bags, I settled on Wandrd.
Mine holds an entire 4x5 kit inc 4x5 field camera, 3 lenses, meter, loupe, dark cloth, cable release and 4 film holders. The film holders go into the top area in a wearable shoulder case. What I add in camera size it takes up the entire bottom case , I lose in lens size. But I need the large sekonic 758 for spot metering to zone the exposure since my least expensive sheet of film is $1,80 and most expensive, $7.50. Don't want to blow exposure at that cost. Same for a large, 6x loupe to focus on the ground glass.
Glad we could be helpful! Yeah, the no-grip fit is maybe a limit, but most bags don't fit it these days (we've seen maybe Peak Design's or a couple LowePros). And I hope they switch that dark interior on a V2!
I recently got the updated PRVKE 21L, moving from the Incase Pro DSLR backpack as well. Hearing your thoughts on this and your previous bag was really similar to my current thoughts. Hoping I'll get more mileage out of this as I did with my last.
Fantastic review, thanks! I don't shoot Fuji, but I do use Olympus, so comparable size there. Now I'm just trying to decide if the black interior will be too big a PITA on an upcoming trip.
You know - I think unless you were needing. moment's access to a piece of gear, you'd probably want something with better contrast. However, we find that while annoying, it's not a dealbreaker! Good luck with whatever you choose!
Thanks for the review. Definitely consider this for my equipment. I have a Billingham one ate the moment, and it looks nice, but a backpack is definitely more comfortable...
Totally. Dane just got the Moment Rugged Sling 6L for when he only need a cam and a lens when he's out or biking- so far so good. The truth of the matter seems to be that there are different tools for different needs!
I used the Peak Design and it was very comfortable, but it is so flawed in many ways. I spent two weeks walking around Madagascar and I came to hate the side access flaps. The hinge is on the wrong side, so you have to crane your neck to see what's inside if you don't take the pack off. Also there is no closure under the main flap on the top of the bag. This is a security risk and lets in every bit of dust you can think of. Another aspect that I found annoying, was you could only see things from the sides or the top. You couldn't see everything at once like you can where the back or the front of the bag opens. The origami dividers also waste a lot of space and are much more difficult to arrange than you think. I really don't know how the Peak Design gets all the rave reviews, I found it horrible and have since sold it.
Wow! Haven't really heard any of this! Sounds like you're due to make your own review. Dane will be glad he went with WANDRD ( : Thanks for the info, Tim.
Thanks! And we think it's actually the 2nd version they made (had some minor design changes from the original), but it is not the version released here in 2021!
Nice vid. Is the main compartment one big vacant area? Or is it separated into a bottom half accessible by the side or back, and a top part accessible by the roll type area? Thx and good luck!
Hey Brian! Good question - the main compartment can indeed be one large compartment. It has a zippered divider, and the photo cushion section is also removable. It's one of the reasons we liked the bag - that it didn't NEED to be a photo bag if we didn't want it to be one in the future 🤙🏼
Hey! Not sure about the Weebil S - maybe if there weren't any camera cubes inside! And a 16" MBP would probably be tight... but we fit a 15 no problem. Good luck if you try it out - and let us know if it works!
Hey Dario! If you are thinking for other purposes besides photography, we'd think the 21L is plenty large for plenty of stuff (or a mirrorless systems and a couple lenses). If you are looking for a bag for a full-frame kit or for travel, the 1L might be better!
@@forewordco graziemille! I usually use a mirrorless (xt3) and a couple of zoom... i'm not a professional photographer but I like to have the camera with me :) Of course I take books and mac and notebooks with me... so if you tell me that the 21L is ok, i'll go for it. thanks again, ciao! dario
Thanks dude! We've been off the radar with COVID - but we'll be back in full force. We're a creative services company, so photo/video/web/design, and review things when we feel so compelled! Glad you're here.
We don't have the latest model of the capture clip, but I think you'd be good! Only hesitation would be width (I think the new ones aren't as wide...?). Might be worth a message to PD or WANDRD ( :
Hey D Bruce! If you mean an XH1 with a grip on the 31L, hard to say. My guess would be no. I've only seen the Peak Design side panels be wide enough for a cam w/grip. Could be wrong though! Certainly will fit without a grip 🤙🏼
@@forewordco Hey !! thanks for the info yep meant with grip,,, think your right, I will have to measure it. its not a deal breaker anyway,,,, not a fan on the looks of the peak designs bags the way they stay in the shape sure the functionality is great, generally love peak products.
Hey so I am looking to buy this bag idk if you’ll even respond but I am carrying a canon eos r with one lens and my mamiya RB with one lens. Idk if it would fit in the bad cause I think this one looks real cool. Please let me know. Also on the website the black back pack looks more like charcoal
Hey Roberto! Yep, it is black but it has a reflective coating, so in certain lights it will take on a charcoal appearance. As far as an EOSR and a Mamiya RB, I bet it would all fit in the 31L version. The Mamiya might have to sit in the top compartment like I do with my XH1 w/ battery grip, but if that's okay I bet you're good!
Terrible for anyone who is taller or has a long back. No load adjustments so bag hangs low on your back and the top hangs backwards which increases the pulling effect on the straps. Would be better if they were able to have a harness system which had adjustability.
This is good to know! Obviously Dane can't speak to that - but we take your word on it! Probably wouldn't help the problem you've addressed, but it does have a chest strap as well as hip supports (that can be added and removed). Thanks for the thought Andrew 🤙🏼
Hey - good question! I think a simple answer is yes, those gimbals would indeed fit in the bag. What we don't know is how many other peripherals you could fit in there with it. The roll top can expand quite a bit, and you could always strap the gimbal to the side via the tripod strap!
This is the best review of this bag! and I have seen aaaaall of them in the last couple days XD
Amazing - so glad to hear it!
Most helpful review about this bag i've seen, thanks for the insights, also interesting for me since i use Fujis X-Pros too.
Love to hear it - thanks for saying something!!
Yes. Love my Prvke 21L, but that interior color is a nuisance. I've taken to clipping a tiny LED keychain light for searching for stuff in the rolltop section.
Also, I found that adding a third-party elastic mesh on the outside of the bag (attached with small clips on the 4 attachment points) works wonders for stuffing a jacket or hat on the outside of the bag. Just a tip for users.
Great review!
Do you have a link or name for the third party mesh?
Great review. Too many people show the bag but don't pack it or wear it. As an X-T3 user this was super informative. Thanks!
We are seriously so glad to hear that Adrian - thanks for the kindness!
That's how a great review is done! Excellent job, thanks for the time you spent making it.
We're so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the kindness.
Love your style, “matter of fact” and extremely useful info. Just bought the new 21L V2 and 31L V2. I ultimately returned the 31L, was afraid that it be too big for carry on/under seat on certain international airlines, and it felt a bit big for EDC/travel once I got to my destination . Agree with all the constructive criticism. Looks like Wandrd listened and fixed some things like the back panel padding, shoulder straps and stronger magnets. Overall better than the peak design (although the PD’s are made very well) but couldn’t get on with the floppy side panels. Everything would just fall to the bottom and didn’t feel secure that stuff would fall out the side if you weren’t super careful. So far after trying 12 camera travel brands/bags, I settled on Wandrd.
thanks for your info for 31L do u know if 24L good for carry on
Excellent review! Keep it coming.
Much appreciated!
Mine holds an entire 4x5 kit inc 4x5 field camera, 3 lenses, meter, loupe, dark cloth, cable release and 4 film holders. The film holders go into the top area in a wearable shoulder case. What I add in camera size it takes up the entire bottom case , I lose in lens size. But I need the large sekonic 758 for spot metering to zone the exposure since my least expensive sheet of film is $1,80 and most expensive, $7.50. Don't want to blow exposure at that cost. Same for a large, 6x loupe to focus on the ground glass.
WANDRD must have watched this video before designing v2 of the PRVKE
Best review I've seen for this bag, very helpful.
Love to hear it!
Great work over there! Appreciate the work and quality you put into this honest review 🙏 I’m in love with my PRVKE, never had a better backpack 💪
Thanks sir 🙏🏼 Dane loves his too! Hoping to do more reviews soon - let us know if specific ones would be helpful to use as a shooter!
Just purchased this bag after seeing your video, thanks so much for such helpful info, I've subscribed! :)
Wow - we're honored! COVID took it's too on our production, but expect t reviews come 2021! Thanks Vanessa! Hope you love the bag 🤙🏼
Fantastic review! Really appreciate the observations on it not fitting a camera with a grip and the dark interior.
Glad we could be helpful! Yeah, the no-grip fit is maybe a limit, but most bags don't fit it these days (we've seen maybe Peak Design's or a couple LowePros). And I hope they switch that dark interior on a V2!
Wow. Look at how confident you flip the bag back and fort without worry about the gear inside.
Oh yeah - great protection! No fear.
I recently got the updated PRVKE 21L, moving from the Incase Pro DSLR backpack as well. Hearing your thoughts on this and your previous bag was really similar to my current thoughts.
Hoping I'll get more mileage out of this as I did with my last.
Very good and honest review. Thank you!
Thanks Joana!
Need more B-rolls to show the details.
Good review because you are really experiencing using the bag.
And yes, PD backpack straps are terrible.
Hey - thanks for the input! We'll do more b-roll next time 👍🏼
If I remember correctly, the naming was done to reduce the cost of registering the company name.
Ha! Well that might make it worth it if true!
Fantastic review, thanks! I don't shoot Fuji, but I do use Olympus, so comparable size there. Now I'm just trying to decide if the black interior will be too big a PITA on an upcoming trip.
You know - I think unless you were needing. moment's access to a piece of gear, you'd probably want something with better contrast. However, we find that while annoying, it's not a dealbreaker! Good luck with whatever you choose!
Thanks for the review. Definitely consider this for my equipment. I have a Billingham one ate the moment, and it looks nice, but a backpack is definitely more comfortable...
Totally. Dane just got the Moment Rugged Sling 6L for when he only need a cam and a lens when he's out or biking- so far so good. The truth of the matter seems to be that there are different tools for different needs!
@@forewordco Yes, you hit the nail on the head!
I used the Peak Design and it was very comfortable, but it is so flawed in many ways. I spent two weeks walking around Madagascar and I came to hate the side access flaps. The hinge is on the wrong side, so you have to crane your neck to see what's inside if you don't take the pack off. Also there is no closure under the main flap on the top of the bag. This is a security risk and lets in every bit of dust you can think of. Another aspect that I found annoying, was you could only see things from the sides or the top. You couldn't see everything at once like you can where the back or the front of the bag opens. The origami dividers also waste a lot of space and are much more difficult to arrange than you think. I really don't know how the Peak Design gets all the rave reviews, I found it horrible and have since sold it.
Wow! Haven't really heard any of this! Sounds like you're due to make your own review. Dane will be glad he went with WANDRD ( : Thanks for the info, Tim.
Appreciate the review, thanks!!
Glad to hear it Dan!
This was really good mate. Is this a version 1?
Thanks! And we think it's actually the 2nd version they made (had some minor design changes from the original), but it is not the version released here in 2021!
Hey there, any guess if the X-T2 would fit fine in the side access pocket? Nice review
You should be good! Assuming of course that there's no battery grip attached! Thanks for the kindness 🤙🏼
Nice vid. Is the main compartment one big vacant area? Or is it separated into a bottom half accessible by the side or back, and a top part accessible by the roll type area? Thx and good luck!
Hey Brian! Good question - the main compartment can indeed be one large compartment. It has a zippered divider, and the photo cushion section is also removable. It's one of the reasons we liked the bag - that it didn't NEED to be a photo bag if we didn't want it to be one in the future 🤙🏼
@@forewordco Thanks a million. And God bless the internet.
Great review! Does the 21 L fit a gimbal (the weebill S) in the front pocket? And does the laptop sleeve fit a 16 inch mb pro?
Hey! Not sure about the Weebil S - maybe if there weren't any camera cubes inside! And a 16" MBP would probably be tight... but we fit a 15 no problem. Good luck if you try it out - and let us know if it works!
thank you, great! for everyday life would you recommend the 21 L or the 31L? thank you in advance, regards from italy :)
Hey Dario! If you are thinking for other purposes besides photography, we'd think the 21L is plenty large for plenty of stuff (or a mirrorless systems and a couple lenses). If you are looking for a bag for a full-frame kit or for travel, the 1L might be better!
@@forewordco graziemille! I usually use a mirrorless (xt3) and a couple of zoom... i'm not a professional photographer but I like to have the camera with me :)
Of course I take books and mac and notebooks with me... so if you tell me that the 21L is ok, i'll go for it. thanks again, ciao! dario
@@DarioPaini We think you'll be good Dario! Enjoy.
Fun fact! They miss the vowels as it was $20,000 for website with vowels.
Haha that's wild! But, makes some sense of the name then!
lol his slight humor made me subscribe lol idk even know what foreword does
Thanks dude! We've been off the radar with COVID - but we'll be back in full force. We're a creative services company, so photo/video/web/design, and review things when we feel so compelled! Glad you're here.
did you get the photo bundle or does it come with those dividers in the basic model?
Hey Esther! Dane got the photo bundle. Don't think it comes with dividers otherwise!
Do you know if a PD capture clip would fit on the backpack straps?
We don't have the latest model of the capture clip, but I think you'd be good! Only hesitation would be width (I think the new ones aren't as wide...?). Might be worth a message to PD or WANDRD ( :
Hi Laids12. Yes, it does...just! I fitted one to my Prvke the other day. I had to fit it quite low down the strap but it’s fine.
Simon Hayward thanks mate. And I’m assuming you have the latest version of capture clip?
laids12 yep, capture clip v3.
Simon Hayward perfect. Thanks mate.
Does 16inch laptop fit there?
You know - we have a 15 in MacBook Pro that fits no problem, but the 16 might be tight!
great review, do you know if an xh1 would work with the side access on the 31L ?
Hey D Bruce! If you mean an XH1 with a grip on the 31L, hard to say. My guess would be no. I've only seen the Peak Design side panels be wide enough for a cam w/grip. Could be wrong though! Certainly will fit without a grip 🤙🏼
@@forewordco Hey !! thanks for the info yep meant with grip,,, think your right, I will have to measure it. its not a deal breaker anyway,,,, not a fan on the looks of the peak designs bags the way they stay in the shape sure the functionality is great, generally love peak products.
Hey so I am looking to buy this bag idk if you’ll even respond but I am carrying a canon eos r with one lens and my mamiya RB with one lens. Idk if it would fit in the bad cause I think this one looks real cool. Please let me know. Also on the website the black back pack looks more like charcoal
Hey Roberto! Yep, it is black but it has a reflective coating, so in certain lights it will take on a charcoal appearance. As far as an EOSR and a Mamiya RB, I bet it would all fit in the 31L version. The Mamiya might have to sit in the top compartment like I do with my XH1 w/ battery grip, but if that's okay I bet you're good!
Terrible for anyone who is taller or has a long back. No load adjustments so bag hangs low on your back and the top hangs backwards which increases the pulling effect on the straps. Would be better if they were able to have a harness system which had adjustability.
This is good to know! Obviously Dane can't speak to that - but we take your word on it! Probably wouldn't help the problem you've addressed, but it does have a chest strap as well as hip supports (that can be added and removed). Thanks for the thought Andrew 🤙🏼
Can it fit a gimbal like the ronin SC/weebill
Hey - good question! I think a simple answer is yes, those gimbals would indeed fit in the bag. What we don't know is how many other peripherals you could fit in there with it. The roll top can expand quite a bit, and you could always strap the gimbal to the side via the tripod strap!
What size laptop did you place in the bag?
2018, 15-Inch MacBook Pro 🤙🏼
@@forewordco No way. I was told the 21 did not fit a 15 inch or 16. SMH. That's why I opted for the 31.
@@georgerobles9747 Sorry to hear it man! Yeah, fits fine for us 🤷🏼♂️
bro are you sure this is 21L not 31L?
Sorry for the delay! Yep. 21L, Dane is just a smaller human, so maybe it looks bigger...
Hello from a fellow Minnesotan!
Hey there Minnesota-Greg!
You sound tired lol
Almost always, yeah.
good bag. hipster is a joke
Did you mean "jokester"? Dane is definitely a jokester. He also tells jokes. Maybe you meant that?
@@forewordco Maybe he meant to say "Jokester is hip?"