Those of you who have been following this blog know that I'm a very big fan of Mountainsmith gear which I've been using for 15+ years. In fact, I travel with one of their small backpacks plus their fanny pack as my only two pieces of luggage -- which I carry on and bring on all my trips. Their gear has never let me down. That's why, because the Caravan stops here today, I'm giving away a Mountainsmith Tour FX Camera Bag (a $99 value).
It's made of recycled plastic bottles. And, as usual, Mountainsmith has thought of everything: there's a place for your airline ticket, a water bottle and plenty of room for additional carry-along items, including your iPod, GPS unit and so forth. The bag is a variation on the fanny pack that I have long been using and adore. This camera bag, like their classic fanny pack, can be worn around your waist or on your shoulder, thanks to a removable strap. It's got compression straps to help you carry the load better. And, you'll be able to carry plenty, thanks to the ultra-spacious interior. Plus, a real benefit is that you can open it up and remove camera gear while the pack is still fastened around your waist.
Win a Mountainsmith Tour FX Camera Bag
One lucky reader will be randomly chosen from all eligible entries to win a Mountainsmith Tour FX Camera Bag. The contest starts at midnight on December 10 and ends the same day at 11:59 pm. You must have a mailing address within the United States in order to be eligible to enter and win.How to Enter
Comment on this post between 12:00 am (midnight) and 11:59 pm on December 10, 2009. You'll need to include your e-mail address so I can get in contact with you if you're the winner. Good luck!Win More Prizes This Month!
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Oooh! I need a new camera pack. :)
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when I was a television producer, Mountainsmith bags were top crew choices for the rugged travel conditions we often faced. be great to have one of my own!
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Pleasure to meet you Jeanine!!! - Lizzie
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where was that picture at the top of this page taken? It is quite beautiful
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Thanks for your recommendation. I find large waistpack/shoulder bags extremely useful for international travel.
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ReplyDeleteThat bag looks great! I would love to have one for future adventures around the world!
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Hello -- This is a great blog! Besides writing, travel is my passion. Thanks for offering this!
ReplyDeleteI've got a brand new Canon, You've got a brand new bag.... sing to the tune of I've got brand new rollerskates.... kcharvoz at gmaildotcom
ReplyDeleteHi Wendy, The photo was taken in Iceland, a country that's a specialty of mine.
ReplyDeleteHi Ken, Good luck to you. It'd be great if your new Canon had a nice new home.
ReplyDeleteHi Stephanie, Thanks for commenting and good luck. Should you win, I think you'll love the Mountainsmith bag.
ReplyDeleteHi kerry, Yes, Mountainsmith has amazing performance qualities. I've been using my bags for years and not a problem with zippers or anything.
ReplyDeleteHi Lizzie Lou, Thanks for stopping by. Hope you enjoy reading my blog posts and hope they help you on your future travels.
ReplyDeleteHi Noel, I agree: waist-type bags are oh, so convenient when you're traveling.
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ReplyDeleteHi Lisa, You need to leave an email so I can contact you if you win. Crossing fingers.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great bag! Fingers crossed that I win....
ReplyDeleteAlso, just want to let you know that I am HUGE fan of your blog! Keep it coming!
Hi Michael, Yes, the camera bag would be great on your world travels, wherever they may be. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteMade of recycled plastic bottles?...awesome! Love photography and videography so this great bag would come in handy!
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Hi Erik, Glad you visited. Wishing you good luck. I know you'll make good use of the bag.
ReplyDeleteOoo, that looks wonderful. I might have to buy one if I don't WIN yours!
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Hi Lisa, I totally love the bag, too. I'm going to buy one myself. Wishing you good luck.
ReplyDeleteI don't have a camera bag, but I have a camera! I want to win!
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Hi Kevin, Good luck. If you win, I hope you enjoy it and take it on bundles of trips. It'll perform well for you.
ReplyDeleteGreat bag - and happy to have found your blog!
ReplyDeleteHi Shelly, So glad you had time to visit and comment. But do post your email so you can be eligible to win the camera bag.
ReplyDeleteI love Mountainsmith too- I used to have the Tour bag and took it everywhere... until I lost it :( would love a camera bag though!
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What a great camera bag! Thanks so much for offering this giveaway and Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteHi Jessica, That's too bad you lost the Tour bag. That's the one I tote on all my trips. But I'm hoping you win the camera bag.
ReplyDeleteHi peg42, Glad you like the camera bag. Mountainsmith makes great products. Do include your email, though, so I can contact you should you win.
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Hi nakeemca, Great to meet another gadget lover. Yes, I think the SteriPEN is a super cool product. Who knew that purifying water could be so easy. Thanks for visiting and good luck with the contest.
ReplyDeleteThe flexibility in the ways this camera bag can be used is wonderful.
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Hi luckysunset, I'm very big on flexible gear. That way I can pack effectively.
ReplyDeleteLOVE the pic on your blog header. xxxo
ReplyDeleteHi magwheels, Glad you like the photo. I'm a big fan of photos of Iceland. Do leave your email, though, so I can contact you in case you wine the prize.
ReplyDeleteYour Iceland photo looks just like a Mongolian highway--except that the sign isn't in Mongolian! I appreciate your recommendations about Mountainsmith and will check out their website when I finish this comment. It sounds like I could live for a month out of the camera bag. . . handy for my trips to China.
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I'd love a chance to win this fabulous bag!!
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Sounds like a perfect bag for me. When I travel, the camera bag is one of my carry-ons, but it doesn't look as nice as this one by far.
ReplyDeleteIf I win, I'll get you to send it to my folks in the States...
I really like that it has the fanny pack option instead of just the shoulder strap.
ReplyDeleteHi sweepmom, I love fanny packs. They make it much easier to carry heavy loads.
ReplyDeleteAlso, hope you include your email so I can contact you if you win.
Hi FrugalKiwi, Good luck with the contest. And I use the fanny pack as one of my carry on items as well. Please leave your email here, though, so I can reach you should you win.
ReplyDeleteHi Loralee, I see the comparison with Mongolia, a place that's right at the top of my list of places to go.
ReplyDeleteIt's always great to find a bag that serves many functions. Good luck.
I like it very much it's cooooool & nice...
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Damn I missed out on this, only just found your blog but its brilliant, keep up the great work.
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