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Kiboko 30L+ Camera Backpack with Laptop Sleeve

Designed for Super Telephoto Lenses

13 total reviews

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Regular price
$459.95
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$459.95

Our largest backpack

Laptop sleeve (up to 16")

Weighs only 4 lbs

Premium water-resistant X-Pac® VX-21 shell

REACH Compliant

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Color — Black

Stock information for Color Options:

Forest Green - Estimated Autumn 2024

Sahara & Pacific Estimated July 2024

Slate: No Estimated Date

    Measurements

    Interior Dimensions
    11.81 x 20.08 x 5.5" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

    Exterior Dimensions
    12.6 x 20.47 x 6.69" / 32 x 52 x 17 cm

    Lightweight: 4.1 lbs

    Materials

    The external shell fabric used for our Kiboko line is X-Pac® VX-21 by Dimension Polyant which is extremely lightweight, durable and weather resistant.

    The internal padding used on our dividers is Artilion foam which is the same padding used in motorcycle helmets. The reason we use this for the dividers of our bags is because Artilion foam gets stronger as it becomes more compressed therefore protecting your gear maximally. It is also extremely light weight.

    Designed to Carry
    • 16" laptops and tablets
    • Pro-sized DSLRs
    • Super-Telephoto Lenses
    • Up to a 20.47" (52cm) Lens + Body combo
    Includes
    • Kiboko 30L+ Backpack
    • Removeable Waist Strap
    • 8 Large dividers
    • 10 Medium dividers
    • 6 Small dividers
    • 2 support pads for bottom

    Customer Reviews

    Based on 13 reviews
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    Nancy Koch
    handle needed on bottom

    First let me say i LOVE this bag. I have bought and tried MANY different bags and this is by far the best I have ever used. The one thing it is missing is some kind of minimalistic handle (not has big and sturdy as the side and top handles) on the bottom. When you have this open on a bed or table or ground and there is a need to move it, there is no way to gently pick it up. Say, for example, you have it on your bed packing it for a trip and you need to move it to the floor without having to zip everything up, you simply want to grab a handle on the top and bottom and move it over. There is no way to move it in the horizontal position. I got used to simply putting my hand under the bottom and grabbing the handle on the top, but sure do miss a way to get a better grip on the bottom.

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    Judith D. Leclerc
    Not available??

    This is always not available. How do I get you to contact me when it is? I want the Sahara color!! Thanks.

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    Suraj Ramamurthy
    Great bag for telephoto lens

    I had a old gura gear 30L bag that could easy take my 600mm lens on one side and 2 pro bodies, small lens like 100-400, 70-200 lens and Teleconvertors but it was time i had to pick a new bag. Only con with this was i couldnt put a laptop into the old bag.

    I picked up a new gura gear 30+L bag with provision a new laptop. I think this is slightly thin in terms of width but doesn't have any issue in terms of having my 600mm lens, 2 pro bodies, 100-400, 2 teleconvertors. Now I can also put my laptop inside. But be aware that bag becomes pretty heavy but there is no choice. I am happy i can take it as a carry on bag

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    Ricky Cheung
    Nicely designed and thought out backpack for working pros.

    I don't own a lot of camera backpacks but for times I need a backpack for real work the Kiboku 30+ is the one. Uniquely designed, it holds a lot of gear. I’m a Canon shooter as you might know our lens and bodies are bigger and with that said the bag swallows all of kit when a roller simply can’t do the trick due to terrain, or practicality. It holds 2x Canon bodies R5/R6, RF 24-70, 70-200, 15-35, 100-500, DJI Air 2 drone package, Audio bits, shotgun mic with room for more thanks to two very spacious and useable outer zip pockets, not padded but due to the material it pops out. For those gigs you need a laptop to show client work on location, it holds my 16” MacBook Pro. Two side flex pockets to hold my gimbal/travel tripod on the go with a secure buckle.

    First of face the facts, a backpack this loaded will be heavy, it not magically going to feel feather light. I find the suspension system a little on the stiffer side as it uses thicker foam pads (*I’m a smaller build, maybe that’s why) but still very comfortable on a good trek.

    Pull handles are amazing along with super smooth zips. Quality materials are used throughout this pack. The butterfly opening is something to get use to coming from traditional one flap open bags but once you organize your kit/load out the right way wit this in mind, it’s awesome as it keeps things moving fast.

    Overall very impressed and is now my goto backpack when a full kit is needed.

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    Ricky Cheung
    Nicely designed and thought out backpack for working pros.

    I don't own a lot of camera backpacks but for times I need a backpack for real work the Kiboku 30+ is the one. Uniquely designed, it holds a lot of gear. I’m a Canon shooter as you might know our lens and bodies are bigger and with that said the bag swallows all of kit when a roller simply can’t do the trick due to terrain, or practicality. It holds 2x Canon bodies R5/R6, RF 24-70, 70-200, 15-35, 100-500, DJI Air 2 drone package, Audio bits, shotgun mic with room for more thanks to two very spacious and useable outer zip pockets, not padded but due to the material it pops out. For those gigs you need a laptop to show client work on location, it holds my 16” MacBook Pro. Two side flex pockets to hold my gimbal/travel tripod on the go with a secure buckle.

    First of face the facts, a backpack this loaded will be heavy, it not magically going to feel feather light. I find the suspension system a little on the stiffer side as it uses thicker foam pads (*I’m a smaller build, maybe that’s why) but still very comfortable on a good trek.

    Pull handles are amazing along with super smooth zips. Quality materials are used throughout this pack. The butterfly opening is something to get use to coming from traditional one flap open bags but once you organize your kit/load out the right way wit this in mind, it’s awesome as it keeps things moving fast.

    Overall very impressed and is now my goto backpack when a full kit is needed.

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    Why 30L (no laptop sleeve) and 30L+ ?

    “With the 30L, we built the largest capacity backpack possible - some of the largest super telephoto lenses fit.

    With the advent of a new generation of telephoto lenses and full frame mirrorless camera systems, the time was right to trade a small amount of depth in the main compartment and add the laptop sleeve. The carrying capacity of the new 30L+ still remains unparalleled.”

    Supertelephoto Ready

    With 20 inches of length and 5.5 inches of depth, the 30L+ can carry many of the largest super telephotos., including this Canon EF 800mm f/5.6L

    • Blue Warning Label

      Blue Warning Label

      With our High Visibility Blue Lining never forget to zip up again! The Kiboko Backpack line adds an extra layer of protection with this visual cue.

    • Carry-on Size

      Carry-on Size

      The Kiboko 30L is designed to carry the maximum gear while staying within international flight carry-on size regulations.

      Stowable shoulder straps give the bag a less technical look when storing.

    Made from sails

    We've made our bag from sails. Sail cloth that is, using the 100% climate neutral VX-21 X-Pac materials. Providing maximum protection while maintaining its ultra lightweight portability.

    Ultra Lightweight

    X-PAC® VX-21 by Dimension Polyant is the most light-weight and durable fabric ever for ultimate protection from the elements. We were the first to implement this material into camera bag design. The bag comes in at 4 lb / 1.8 kg making it one of the lightest bags in its size class without compromising durability.

    Main Compartments

    Our signature Butterfly style duel front access allows you to access the contents of your bag quickly and without exposing everything to the elements. Pack different variations in each side for maximum organization. Pro body DSLR and lens combos fit well inside the 30L Kiboko. There are also webbed zipper pockets on the outside panel of the main compartment for small misc items. The webbed design allows you to see the contents.

    Interior Dimensions 11.81 x 20.08 x 5.5" / 30 x 51 x 14cm

    Front Accessories Pockets

    At the exterior of the two front panels are the bags accessory pockets. Loaded with zipper pockets, a key ring, places for pens, and enough space collectively to put a wind breaker jacket inside. The zipper pockets inside feature a webbed style so you can see the contents of the pockets.

    • Butterfly Style

      Butterfly Style

      Revolutionary accessibility with our front access design. The panels extend no further than the footprint of the bags so you can get your gear in tight spaces.

    • Capacity

      Capacity

      With a surprisingly large capacity, the bags allow for some give accepting slightly larger lenses inside that go incrimentally beyond interior dims.

      Interior Dimensions
      11.81 x 20.08 x 5.5" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

    • Comfort

      Comfort

      Designed to keep you comfortable while on the go, the 3D mesh back panel creates a soft and breathable surface against your back with airflow channels to keep perspiration at a minimum. A sternum strap helps distribute the weight of your gear and is easily removeable

    • Side pockets

      Side pockets

      There are side pockets located on either side of the backpack. The base is reinforced for lasting strength and an adjustible clip is available to secure the tripod in place. Fits a large waterbottle, rolled up jacket or whatever you may bring on your journeys.

    • Weather Cover

      Weather Cover

      All Kiboko 2.0. bags include a rain cover that is held in a small pocket on the backpack. Available and easy to slip over when the weather gets really torrential.

    • Stowable shoulder straps

      Stowable shoulder straps

      Stow the shoulder straps of the 30L bag into the rear compartment to give the bag a compact look and make it perfect for international carry-on size regulations.

    Comparison Chart

    • Kiboko 16L  

      Kiboko 16L

      Designed to carry
      Mirrorless Systems

      Body and Lens Loads

      • 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 3 Lenses
      • 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 4 Lenses
      • 70-200mm lens

      Laptop Capacity
      Up to a 14" Laptop

      Exterior Dimensions
      12.6 x 16.54 x 5.91" / 32 x 42 x 15 cm

      Interior Dimensions
      11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

      Weight
      3 lbs / 1.36 kg

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    • Kiboko 22L  

      Kiboko 22L

      Designed to carry
      DSLRs or Mirrorless Cameras with Grips

      Body and Lens Loads

      • 2 DSLRs and 6 Lenses.
      • 2 DSLRs & 300mm f/2.8 Lens
      • Unattached up to 400mm lens.

      Laptop Capacity
      Thin 15” laptop

      Exterior Dimensions
      13.39 x 18.11 x 5.91" / 34 x 46 x 15 cm

      Interior Dimensions
      13.39 x 17.32 x 4.72" / 34 x 44 x 12 cm

      Weight
      3.7 lbs / 1.68 kg

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    • Kiboko 30L or 30L+  

      Kiboko 30L or 30L+

      Designed to carry
      Pro-sized DSLRs
      and Super-Telephoto Lenses

      Body and Lens Capacity
      Holds 2 DSLRs, 7 Lenses
      or Medium Format Kit. Also Holds a DSLR with
      an attached 400mm f/2.8 Lens. Unattached up to 800mm lens

      Laptop Capacity 30L REG
      No Laptop Compartment

      Laptop Capacity 30L+ Laptop Compartment Included

      Exterior Dimensions
      12.6 x 20.47 x 6.69" / 32 x 52 x 17 cm

      Interior Dimensions 30L REG
      11.81 x 20.08 x 5.91" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

      Interior Dimensions 30L+
      11.81 x 20.08 x 5.51" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

      Weight
      3.9 lb / 1.77 kg

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    Our History

    Solving for a critical need: Weight

    Co-founders Trevor Peterson and renowned wildlife photographer Andy Biggs created Gura Gear to answer a problem critical to traveling to extreme locations: weight limits on photo gear.

    En-route independently to East Africa, both Andy and Trevor got into some trouble with the carryon restrictions at Schiphol airport in Amsterdam. “I had packed two Nikon Pro DSLR bodies and 200-400mm f/4, 70-200mm f/2.8, & 24-70mm f/2.8 lenses, putting me past the weight limits. It took some convincing to get in the air, "-Trevor.

    Talking over the campfire after a long day of photographing wildlife, Andy and Trevor discussed what the perfect camera bag would be. Literally on the back of napkin, the Kiboko backpack was sketched out. 

    Over two years of development, eight rounds of prototypes, and one patent application later (and one very frustrated factory manager), the Kiboko camera backpack was launched.