Think Tank Photo Airport Advantage XT

At 7.5 pounds, this case is noticeably lighter than my old one, yet it still feels sturdy enough for my gear. I can actually carry it onto smaller planes without worrying about gate-checking it.

Fits perfectly in the overhead bin on the regional jets I fly for work, and at 7.5 lbs it’s a relief to lift compared to my old bag. The padding around my 70-200mm feels solid, and the zippers haven’t snagged once in three months of weekly trips.

I was a bit nervous this would be too small for my gear, but the 7.5-pound weight makes it a breeze to roll through security, and it still fits everything I need for a week-long shoot.