Along with the new SidePath, MindShift have also recently released the new TrailScape.

Unlike the minimalistic SidePath, the TrailScape aims to let you bring an embarrassing amount of gear with you in a slim package. Designed with the outdoor photographer in mind, there is plenty of room in the SidePath to stow your gear both inside and out, with handy lash points on the front of the bag and allocated pockets to store a a Laptop (8.9” W x 14.2” H x 1.2” D), tablet (8.5” W x 9.8” H x 0.8” D), and even room for a light jacket or lunch.

I Inside the main compartment there are ten reinforced dividers that can customise the storage to suit your needs, as well as two mesh zipper pockets to organise your spare cards, filters and so on. The gear profile is rather impressive, able to hold a standard-size DSLR with four–six standard zoom lenses, including a 70-200mm f/2.8 attached with the hood in the shooting position, or two large mirrorless bodies with five-seven lenses plus a flash, and will take up to a 300mm f/2.8 lens.

The TrailScape’s exterior is made from a durable water-repellent coated material, with a seam-sealed rain cover in case of serious downpours. On the outside, there is a soft lined scratchproof pocket to store your smart phone or sunglasses and two massive water bottle pockets with draw string closure that can double up as tripod/monopod/hiking pole mounting area, with compression cords at the top.

The only downside to these pockets being so deep is that you can’t access your water bottle without taking the bag at least partly off your shoulders. However, it does have lovely big zippers,  making it easy to open even with the thickest of gloves on. The shoulder-straps are generously padded and very comfortable even when the bag is fully loaded, and there is sternum strap and removable waist belt for added support. The padded back also helps to keep things comfortable but sadly makes you sweat like a pig.

Due to the huge capacity of this bag, it would be nice if there was a secondary access point, as you need to lay it down to safely access the gear at the bottom of the bag. If you are predominately shooting outside, there isn’t always a dry patch to lay your bag down, and the last thing your want is to get the back panel wet and then throw it on your back.

Aside from some picky issues, the TrailScape is a superb camera bag that is wonderfully comfortable (apart from the sweaty bits), with a huge capacity for both your camera gear and day trip essentials whilst maintaining a slim and discrete profile. RRP £165

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4.7 out of 5

Pros

18L capacity- large gear profile

Water resistant coating and rain cover

Large zipper pulls

Thick padded shoulder straps

Removeable waist strap

Scratch proof pocket

Deep side pockets for tripods, poles or drinks bottle

Lash points

Good value for money

Cons

Back panel doesn’t breathe well

Only one access point to main compartment

Need to remove bag to access water bottle