Kata T-214 GDC Torso-Pack

by Kata

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 15.8 x 6.3 x 15.8 inches ; 1.1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FA348U
• Item model number: KT T-214
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

KATA's Torso Pack is uniquely designed to keep your D / SLR or Camcorder in quick-draw position, while TST protected. T-214 enables frontal carrying and quick draw without weighing on your neck. The Torso Packs are the central element of KATA's EPH System. They can be used on their own or attached to the W-92 Waist Pack as well as one of the backpacks. The T-214 fits up to a large D/SLR with lens attached The unique design allows you to carry the bag up front or on your back, and change the position even while on the go. The lid is secured by a wide hook & loop fastener and a side release buckle, and one pull allows for a quick full opening of the parallel zipper set , this means that at all times you have frontal top access to your camera. The large main compartment is divided in a way that allows you to store your camera in top grip position while below the body you can store and protect additional lenses or accessories. Additional external pockets will hold your personal effects.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I like the concept but........., April 4, 2007

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Rachel Herrera "N.H." (Lafayette,GA USA) - See all my reviews
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WHAT'S HOT: practical for quick shooting and carry, smaal enough not to be intrusive on your activities and it sure beats the heck out of a waist pack. very sturdy construction,and large enough straps for the big guys

WHAT'S NOT:Noble idea in the part of Kata bags but the interior of the sling & the secondary strap leave alot to be desired. there is room in the sling for a camera with a lens attached perhaps a 18-70mm or even longer lens but it doesn't fit like it would on a backpack it has to go in sort of cockeyed (slightly twisted) then there are two other side compartments next to where your camera would go but they are very snug for my additional lense and flash unit.
then there are two additional pockets one on side wich is also snug,and the one in the front of the sling wich to me is practically useless, because again you cannot put anything in it without it bulging out.

that being said this sling is probably the optimal choice for folks with a DSLR body and two lenses that donnot have any other need for additional equipment.

hope this helps you make a decision, happy shopping!!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for a camera body and a few lenses., July 7, 2008

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Robert W. "Never underestimate the power of s... (St. Pete FL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Kata T-214 GDC Torso-Pack (Electronics)

The only thing that prevents this from getting 5 stars is the side pockets.

While the outer pocket that rests on you while you carry it runs the length of the bag. The outer pocket on the outside of the bag is kinda small. So anything big and bulky that you put in it rubs against you. It would have been nice if the outside pocket was big also.

I bought this bag to go to Daytona with to see the races this July.

My back hurt so I did not need anything like a backpack and this looked like a good solution.

I was surprised by the amount of room this bag has in it. I fit a 40D, 28-135, 70-200 2.8 and a 100-400 in it. Plus the extra memory car and battery and a few odds and ends like aspirin and such.

I had pit passes so I carried this bag all day and until after the race was over on Friday night. I barely took it off not in fear of it being stolen but when you are in the stands I don't want it falling down. So it stayed on my shoulder all day. We arrived at 10:30 am and did not leave till about 10ish at night.

In those 12 hours about the only thing I had to do was rotate it a couple of times because your shoulder does get a bit tired\sore from carrying it.

I was really surprised how comfortable it was to carry all day. Its small enough that you can fit through most spots without it getting in the way and if you do go through a narrow opening you just flip it front of you and its not a problem.

This is going to be a welcomed addition to the camera bag collection. I've traveled before with a backpack to store all my gear. Problem is you need to carry everything with you where ever you go. But this is perfect for taking only what you need.

Daytona does have a size limit for bags and not one person gave me a problem about taking in with me on either day.

OK enough rambling. If you made it this far check out the picture I added at the top and you can see all the stuff I crammed in it.

***UPDATE***

I went to St. Augustine for a few days and took the bag with me and a few shorter lenses. I was able to keep the 40D and a 70-300 IS mounted together and in the middle of the bag. On either side was a 28-135 Canon and a Tamron 28-75. Now this was a wee bit tight but it did leave the full size pocket open and I could stuff all the site seeing brochures in there.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great bag :), February 19, 2007

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Hanabal Khaing "BuyMyButterfly Photographer" (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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I can carry my Rebel XTi with a 70-200 f/2.8 IS lens attached, and still have two extra sections inside the bag. The outside pouches are very handy for cards, pens, and extra stuff.