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Kiboko 16L+ Camera Backpack

The updated Kiboko 2.0 carries all the camera and lighting gear you need for remote shoots, all in an ultralight weight, water-resistant, X-Pac VX-21 shell. 14 additional sleeves and compartments provide quick access and organization for all your drives, chargers and accessories. Kibokos are premium camera bags that will stay strong year after year.

$299.95
$299.95
    Designed to Carry

    • Mirrorless Systems

    • Up to a 15.75" (40cm) Lens + Body combo

    Measurements

    Interior Dimensions
    11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

    Exterior Dimensions
    12.6 x 16.54 x 5.91" / 32 x 42 x 15 cm

    Lightweight: 3.0 lbs

    • Premium Materials

    • Warning Blue Lining

    • Extra Dividers

    • Carry-On Size

    X-PAC® VX-21 by Dimension Polyant is the most light-weight and durable fabric ever for ultimate protection from the elements. We were the first to implement this material into camera bag design.

    Built in high visibility blue lining, never forget to zip up again! The Kiboko Backpack line adds an extra layer of protection with this visual cue.

    Our bags are infinitely configurable and come with plenty of extra divider types to accomodate any setup imaginable. Our dividers are also made out of Artillion Foam which is the same stuff used in motorcycle helmets. High impact protection, low weight and profile.

    The Kiboko 16L stays within international flight carry-on size regulations. The bag comes in at only 3lbs freeing up weight to bring extra gear instead of extra bag on your next trip.

    X-Pac VX-21

    In all of our gear we use X-Pac VX-21, a sailcloth-inspired laminated rip-stop nylon. This is the gold standard in materials for bags. Even after years of abuse it holds up as a durable, water resistant, and utlra lightweight material. Some of our legacy users are still using their original Kibokos from 10 years ago.

    Main Compartments

    Main Compartments

    Our signature Butterfly style duel front access allows you to access the contents of your bag quickly and without exposing everything to the elements. Pack different variations in each side for maximum organization. There are also webbed zipper pockets on the outside panel of the main compartment for small misc items. The webbed design allows you to see the contents.

    Interior Dimensions 11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

    Ultra Lightweight

    X-PAC® VX-21 by Dimension Polyant is the most light-weight and durable fabric ever for ultimate protection from the elements. We were the first to implement this material into camera bag design. The bag comes in at 3.7lbs / 1.68kg making it one of the lightest bags in its size class without compromising durability.

    Front Accessories Pockets

    At the exterior of the two front panels are the bags accessory pockets. Loaded with zipper pockets, a key ring, places for pens, and enough space collectively to put a wind breaker jacket inside. The zipper pockets inside feature a webbed style so you can see the contents of the pockets.

    • Butterfly Style

      Butterfly Style

      Our signature butterfly style access allows you easy access to your gear.

    • Capacity

      Capacity

      The Kiboko 16L holds 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 3 Lenses. Also Holds 2 Mirrorless Cameras and 4 Lenses, 70-200mm.

    • Comfort

      Comfort

      Designed to keep you comfortable while on the go, the 3D mesh back panel creates a soft and breathable surface against your back with airflow channels to keep persperation at a minimum. A sternum strap helps distribute the weight of your gear and is easily removeable.

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    Top Handle

    A firm and generous handle makes grabbing your bag secure and easy. While you do the shuffle in line at the airport or if you need to get your gear up to an overhead shelf, these beefy handles allow you to grab and go.

    • Side pockets

      Side pockets

      There are side pockets located on either side of the backpack. The base is reinforced for lasting strength and an adjustible clip is available to secure the tripod in place. Fits a large waterbottle, rolled up jacket or whatever you may bring on your journeys.

    • Laptop Sleeve

      Laptop Sleeve

      A padded and well protected laptop sleeve rests against your back, fitting a 15" laptop.

    • Weather Cover

      Weather Cover

      All Kiboko 2.0. bags include a rain cover that is held in a small pocket on the backpack. Available and easy to slip over when the weather gets really torrential.

    Against the Elements.

    X-PAC VX-21's waffle like design shows it's stength and it feels far from cheap. Whether you are riding in a zodiac in antarctica or facing the trials and tribulations of daily life VX-21 holds strong.

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    Comparison Chart

    • Kiboko 16L  

      Kiboko 16L

      Designed to carry
      Mirrorless systems

      Body and Lens Capacity
      • 2 mirrorless cameras and 3 lenses
      • 2 Mirrorless cameras and 4 lenses, 70-200mm

      Laptop Capacity
      Up to a 14" laptop

      Exterior Dimensions
      12.6 x 16.54 x 5.91" / 32 x 42 x 15 cm

      Interior Dimensions
      11.42 x 15.75 x 4.33" / 29 x 40 x 11 cm

      Weight
      3 lb / 1.36 kg

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    • Kiboko 22L  

      Kiboko 22L

      Designed to carry
      DSLRs or mirrorless cameras with grips

      Body and Lens Capacity
      • 2 DSLRs and 6 Lenses.
      • Holds 2 DSLRs & 300mm f/2.8 Lens
      • Unattached up to 400mm lens

      Laptop Capacity
      Thin 15” laptop

      Exterior Dimensions
      13.39 x 18.11 x 5.91" / 34 x 46 x 15 cm

      Interior Dimensions
      13.39 x 17.32 x 4.72" / 34 x 44 x 12 cm

      Weight
      3.7 lb / 1.68 kg

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    • Kiboko 30L  

      Kiboko 30L

      Designed to carry
      Pro-sized DSLRs
      and super-telephoto lenses

      Body and Lens Capacity
      • 2 DSLRs with 7 Lenses
      • Medium Format Kit
      • DSLR with an attached 400mm f/2.8 Lens
      • Unattached up to 800mm lens

      Laptop Capacity
      No laptop compartment

      Exterior Dimensions
      12.6 x 20.47 x 6.69" / 32 x 52 x 17 cm

      Interior Dimensions
      11.81 x 20.08 x 5.91" / 30 x 51 x 15 cm

      Weight
      3.9 lb / 1.77 kg

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    Our History

    Solving for a critical need: Weight

    Co-founders Trevor Peterson and renowned wildlife photographer Andy Biggs created Gura Gear to answer a problem critical to traveling to extreme locations: weight limits on photo gear.

    En-route independently to East Africa, both Andy and Trevor got into some trouble with the carryon restrictions at Schiphol airport in Amsterdam. “I had packed two Nikon Pro DSLR bodies and 200-400mm f/4, 70-200mm f/2.8, & 24-70mm f/2.8 lenses, putting me past the weight limits. It took some convincing to get in the air, "-Trevor.

    Talking over the campfire after a long day of photographing wildlife, Andy and Trevor discussed what the perfect camera bag would be. Literally on the back of napkin, the Kiboko backpack was sketched out. 

    Over two years of development, eight rounds of prototypes, and one patent application later (and one very frustrated factory manager), the Kiboko camera backpack was launched.