Shimoda Side Lite 22 Women’s Starter Kit with Medium Modular Top Loader – Black/White

Introduction

Shimoda Side Lite

Side Lite is Shimoda lightest backpack to date, and it is designed for mountain travelers who prioritize adventure over admin. It is focused on efficient performance in the field so creators can capture rare and beautiful fleeting moments while carrying the lightest pack possible.

As part of Shimoda’s Side Series collection, the Side Lite can fit either the Small or Medium Shimoda Top Loader inserts, allowing users to pack only the camera gear they need, while still having enough room for backcountry essentials in a sleek lightweight mountain camera bag.

The system is modular and offers multiple use case scenarios in one package. You can use the modular Top Loader insert for protection inside the backpack, or use the Top Loader on its own as a Shoulder Bag or Sling, or attach it to the backpack’s belt as a Hip Pack. The system offers a multitude of options to meet a diverse set of shooting styles and situations. Starter Kit Includes Medium Top Loader Bag.

Features:

Modular Top Loader Camera Inserts (Starter Kit Includes Medium Top Loader)

All Side Series backpacks use our Shimoda Top Loader camera insert system. Top Loaders come in 3 sizes (S, M, L) and can be used inside a backpack as the camera insert or on their own as a Sling/Shoulder Bag, and can also be used with the backpacks waist belt as a Hip Pack. The Side Lite 22 will fit either the Small or Medium Top Loader. Side Series packs can be easily adapted to different shooting scenarios with one modular system.

Side Access

Side Series backpacks have exclusively side camera access. The side-port allows access to any Shimoda Top Loader insert size (small or medium). Side-only access allows the backpack to be much lighter weight, while also providing quick-access to the gear.

Shimoda’s Signature Women’s Capture Straps

Straps are fitted for a woman’s body and are compatible will all brands of camera clips, with the added comfort of padding behind the clip. They feature a zippered phone pocket that fits an iPhone Max, plus an expandable accessory pocket for gadgets that can also hold a water bottle. And they include hidden routing for a 2-way radio speaker/mic which you can also use for a water bladder hose.

Expandable/Portable Storage

The rolltop can be expanded to meet changing travel and gear needs. And the front stuff pocket can easily accept jackets and other large items.

Lightweight Water-Repellant Recycled Shell, Plus Rain Cover Included

In addition to including a removable rain cover for the heaviest wet weather days, the Side Series uses Cordura re/cor RN66 fabric: a durable, lightweight nylon made from reclaimed pre-consumer waste materials that have been recycled into high quality yarns. The manufacturing process creates 83% fewer greenhouse gas emissions, uses 82% less energy and 57% less water than comparable nylon textiles.

Size:

22L

Dimensions:

Outside Dimensions (WxHxD): 10.4″ x 16.9″ x 5.9″
Inside Dimensions(WxHxD): 10.2″ x 16.5″ x 5.5″
Weight: 3.5lb / 1.61kg

Product SKU:

520-373

In The Box:

Shimoda Side Lite 22 Women’s Backpack Starter Kit – Black/White
Shimoda Medium Modular Top Loader – Black/White
Rain Cover
Limited 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty