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Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 5:10 pm**

I was cleaning up my camera bag when I noticed the extra amount of things / junk that I carry around with me that have nothing to do with taking photos. But they are things that I consider to be a part of my kit.

It got me thinking, what do you have in your kit that has nothing to do with photography but you consider an essential part of your bags contents and why?

For me it has to be a packet of hayfever tablets. Why? Well often I work with animals that shed their hair. Some of it really gets up my nose. Hence the hayfever tablets.
I also carry a full set of all possible video lead adaptors and connections. Also part of my work for television.

What about you?

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 5:35 pm**

panamax tablets, film (yes film!), film carton ends (for FA window), old towel, dead batteries and some toys my son has 'posted' in there!

Mal, how big is your bag? (um camera bag...)

Jonathan

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 5:45 pm**

Paracetemol (I won't be brand specific here)
Various sized cable ties
Gaffa Tape / Duct Tape
Sewing Kit
Cheapo imitation swiss army knife

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 5:54 pm**

jdear wrote:Mal, how big is your bag? (um camera bag...)

Jonathan

I have the LowePro Magnum AW - it is what all of the TV guys use. Great bag with heaps of space for extras.

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 5:56 pm**

myarhidia wrote:Cheapo imitation swiss army knife

That was one of the first things to go from my kit. Some lucky security officer at Kingsford Smith airport now owns it

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 6:06 pm**

my lonely planet French/english dictionary never leaves the bag
i read it when i tire of reading the D2X manual
and it's helpful when i'm in France

also heaps of work related documents i carry around from work to home since i use my camera bag as my work briefcase too

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 6:12 pm**

Good thread, I always wonder if anyone else goes shooting with the 'be prepared' mentality!

I carry a small tube of sunscreen, panadol, camelbak bladder (fits where the laptop should fit) and some protein bars.

It doesn't add a lot of weight, and can make the difference between being comfortable and not.

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 6:56 pm**

Just sunscreen, a hat, and earplugs.

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 7:01 pm**

MCWB wrote:Just sunscreen, a hat, and earplugs.

Earplugs!!!
Please explain!

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 7:34 pm**

Simple and easy to understand:

He doesn't want to hear his other half asking many questions and request to leave earlier :lol:

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 7:54 pm**

Birddog114 wrote:Simple and easy to understand:

He doesn't want to hear his other half asking many questions and request to leave earlier

LOL

Now there is BLOODY GOOD IDEA.

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 8:01 pm**

Wow, I had no idea there are so many drug addicts here carrying paracetemol/hayfever tablets, etc. as part of their bag essentials.

For me, a container of water - either bottle or bladder (as in the Camelbak kind). Usually a first aid follows too. Plus 2 torches, 1 for emergency spare...

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 9:05 pm**

rokkstar wrote:LOL Now there is BLOODY GOOD IDEA.

Perfect for in-laws I hear.

ROFL Birdy! :lol:

They're actually in case I forget my earplugs at *insert loud motorsport event here*, so I don't have do buy another blasted pair! Oh yeah, and what Birdy said. :lol:

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 9:10 pm**

As I do most of my photography on my own the only non photographic item in my bag is - a blow up doll :lol:

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 9:46 pm**

hmm mines kinda long

blue tack
zip ties
fishing line
wire
pliers
screw drivers
lighter
pens/paper
plastic bags
LED torch
Metal leaver
knife
panadol
bandages
cleaning kit
chalk
candles

hmm

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 9:55 pm**

candles? :O why not just a torch

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 9:59 pm**

kenny12 wrote:candles? :O why not just a torch

Mood lighting...

I need a bigger bag, currently my Micro 200 can only just squeeze in my lens SB800 a 10 tissues and sometimes a torch. The poor SB-800 isn't even in the padded bit but has to ride on the outside

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 10:23 pm**

nodabs wrote:hmm mines kinda long

blue tack
zip ties
fishing line
wire
pliers
screw drivers
lighter
pens/paper
plastic bags
LED torch
Metal leaver
knife
panadol
bandages
cleaning kit
chalk
candles

hmm

Nodabs - with this list, you're either a terrorist, or a serial killer! :lol:

I'm thinking the "Metal Leaver" is a typo for a "Meat Cleaver" :?:

The plastic bags, bandages and cleaning kit complete the story, I think :!:

Cheers

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 11:05 pm**

Hmm,
Swiss army knife
Ear plugs for the drag racing
Mozzie repelant, as they love my UK blood for some reason..

Baseball hat
Suncream SPF30
Pen and paper
Small compass
Spray on band aid canister
Maglite mini torch
And of course some minty fresh chewing gum

Posted: **Tue Jan 24, 2006 11:10 pm**

Paul wrote:Hmm,
Swiss army knife
Ear plugs for the drag racing
Mozzie repelant, as they love my UK blood for some reason..
Baseball hat
Suncream SPF30
Pen and paper
Small compass
Spray on band aid canister
Maglite mini torch
And of course some minty fresh chewing gum

Impressive list! Most of the time I also pack a camera body and a few lenses

Cheers
Steffen.

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 9:19 am**

Mal wrote:
myarhidia wrote:Cheapo imitation swiss army knife
That was one of the first things to go from my kit. Some lucky security officer at Kingsford Smith airport now owns it

Hmmm, I wonder if it's the same security officer that has my expensive genuine swiss army knife :evil:

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 3:48 pm**

digitor wrote:
nodabs wrote:hmm mines kinda long

Nodabs - with this list, you're either a terrorist, or a serial killer!

Or MacGyver. :lol:

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 4:05 pm**

1x condom (live in perpetual hope)
Extra VISA card everyone takes VISA
:roll:

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 5:26 pm**

1. little black book - of basic tips for beginners
2. small white towell - waving surrender at sports events
3. mobile - "i'll be home soon..ish" or "i'm lost..come and get me"
4. gum - multi use
5. gaffer tape - various
6. map of local area - see #3
7. H20, Can(s) of Coopers - or local equivalent - to enjoy the sunset I just missed.
8. Maos "little Red Book' - good alternative reading to #1

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 5:39 pm**

Knew I was odd. Apart from camera gear all I have is two garbage bags - although I usually also take a bottle of water.

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 6:19 pm**

stubbsy wrote:Knew I was odd. Apart from camera gear all I have is two garbage bags - although I usually also take a bottle of water.

Garbage bags........mmmm "Clean Up Australia"?

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 7:04 pm**

Mal wrote:
stubbsy wrote:Knew I was odd. Apart from camera gear all I have is two garbage bags - although I usually also take a bottle of water.

Garbage bags........mmmm "Clean Up Australia"?

No - keep the camera and the camera bag dry if it rains (and Yes I have an AW bag)

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 9:27 pm**

A Leatherman multi tool and a 9mm pistol plus 2 clips, although i am not sure how the Leatherman got in there.

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 9:28 pm**

Leatherman multi tool
Cigarette lighter
pens/ note paper
garbage bags
LED torch
Sweat towel
panadol
hay fever drugs
bandages
Band-Aids
alcohol wipes
cleaning kit
Ear plugs for industrial and music shoots
Mozzie repellant with Sun-cream SPF30
sun hat and balaclava
eye wash single use
Personal alarm
Fly net
Small change
stocking model release forms
business cards

Then the camera gear

Posted: **Wed Jan 25, 2006 9:31 pm**

Killakoala wrote:A Leatherman multi tool and a 9mm pistol plus 2 clips, although i am not sure how the Leatherman got in there.

I would definietly be very concerned about the Leatherman and how it arrived, all kinds of trouble could come of it :!:

Posted: **Fri Jan 27, 2006 7:01 pm**

Heavens forbid! It is no wonder I have trouble getting the quality of images that you guys do I am obviously not prepared :oops:

My only extra is a plastic bag (rainrepelling device) :shock:

Posted: **Fri Jan 27, 2006 7:59 pm**

This has been an intersting insight into some of the members of this forum.
I think we can tell a lot about someone by what they carry in thier camera bag!
I would still love to hear what little extras some of the other moderators keep in their bags.

Posted: **Fri Jan 27, 2006 8:38 pm**

It's sometimes surprising what you find in your camera bag...

Aside from camera stuff, brolly, etc...
Inset repellant (a must have!)
Hand towel
Tissues (nose ones as well as lens ones)
Plastic pants (for rainy weather thank you!)
pens and notepads
2xTorches (little ones that run on AA's)
Little salt container (for leaches, YUK!)
Munchies (sometimes fresh ones!)
water bottle
The good ol' Victorinox knife

rubber bands and those twisty plastic covered wire things (handy)

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