Quick start Guide

Left to right: FirstLight 20L, FirstLight 40L, FirstLight 30L
1105 N. Dutton Avenue, Suite C, Santa Rosa, CA 95401 USA Phone #: [phone] FAX #: [phone]
For more information please visit: www.mindshiftgear.com
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Product Description: FirstLight™ Backpack Series
Backpack series that addresses the needs of traveling outdoor photographers
• Dedicated 3L hydration pocket on side (30L & 40L only)
• Tablet or laptop ts into front pocket (20L & 30L = up to 15” laptop; 40L = up to 17” laptop)
• Includes tripod/monopod mounting system on front or side
• Better weight distribution for a more comfortable load enables easier all day use on the trail
• Seamless rain cover (included) doubles as a ground cloth
• When attached, rain cover allows small to medium tripods to be carried
on front or side positions
• 2 front stuff pockets for travel or trail essentials; extra layers, a light jacket, headlamp,
gloves, chargers
• Adjustable high-density closed-cell foam dividers for large telephoto lenses,
traditional photo gear, or personal items
• Large water bottle or accessory pocket with drains and cinch cord for security
• Top zippered pocket for quick access to essentials
• Ballistic nylon bottom panel for durability in harsh environments
• Shaped aluminum torso stay for additional support
• Grab handles on 3 sides make it easy to hoist into an overhead bin, car, or trunk
(2 handles on 20L)
• Interior mesh pockets for storing lters, batteries, cables, etc.
• Side compression straps with locking SR buckles for additional lash points
• Shoulder straps and waist belt wrap to front for compact storage in
overhead compartment
• Whistle integrated into sternum strap buckle
• Compatible with MindShift Tripod Suspension Kit, Lens Switch Case, and the lter cases
*Check with your airline for their current carry-on requirements
Gear Prole
FirstLight 20L:
• Holds 1 standard-size DSLR and 4–6 standard zoom lenses. Holds 2 large Mirrorless
DSLRs and 5–7 lenses plus a ash. Maximum lens size: 200–400mm f/4 detached or
300 f/2.8 attached.
FirstLight 30L:
• Holds 1 gripped DSLR and 4–6 standard zoom lenses, and 1 ash. Maximum lens size:
500mm f/4 lens detached or 400 f/2.8 attached.
FirstLight 40L:
• Holds 2 gripped DSLRs with 6–8 standard zoom lenses and 1–2 ashes. Maximum lens
size: 600mm f/4 lens detached or a 500mm f/4 attached.
Product Description:
The FirstLight backpack series addresses the needs of traveling outdoor
photographers. Featuring a contoured, adjustable torso harness with 11
adjustment points it accommodates most men and women. These packs are
a tour-de-force of backpack design for outdoor photography. Ballistic nylon
bottoms for durability, hydration reservoir compatible and long lens capacity
with room for a laptop and personal gear. Designed with the needs of outdoor
photographers in mind, (who travel by plane, train and automobile, before they
head out to remote locations), these are trail packs that travel well. Carry on
compatible*, these comfortable high capacity backpacks are built for extended
days of travel or a long day on the trail.
Key Features:
• Adjustable torso length ts small to large body types
• Robust, comfortable, and contoured harness system with
11 adjustment points
• Sized for domestic or international travel*
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