The Explore 30 was created for a wide range of users, from agile adventurers and those with smaller torsos, to urban explorers and those who need to be embedded in the action. It has the same features of the Explore 40, but with a shorter overall height and a new removable belt system. These additional features open up new worlds of possibility for Shimoda users, and they allow the Explore 30 to fit in everywhere.
From daily commutes or urban exploration without the hip belt, to summiting challenging peaks in less than ideal weather, the Explore 30’s compact size and modular Core Unit system lets you move fast while protecting both camera and non-camera essentials.
Multiple Access Points:
The Shimoda Explore 30 backpack offers rear, side and top access options. The side opening is ideal for quick, under-the-arm access without completely removing the pack. The Rear opening allows wide, unobstructed access to the bulk of your gear for less time-sensitive shooting scenarios. Top access allows users to access their camera while the bag is standing, which is ideal when the main pack is filled with other gear.
Height Adjustable Harness:
The Explore 30 backpack harness is height adjustable, allowing the same backpack to fit short or tall — male or female — torsos, and ensuring a custom fit for every user. There are four height options allowing approximately four inches in adjustment. Having the correct torso fit enables the internal frame to be much more effective in transferring shoulder stress and weight to rest comfortably on the user’s hips.
Core Unit Modular Camera Insert System:
Perhaps the most forward-thinking modular camera inserts on the market, Shimoda’s Core Units are simple, smart and multifunctional. A user can increase their layout options with two or more Core Units by stacking and shifting how they are placed in the pack. This system allows for rear, side and top access configurations that be adjusted to suit changing terrain and environmental conditions.
Maximum Core Unit Capacity:
3 Small or 1 Medium + 1 Small or 1 Large
Carry On Friendly:
Our backpacks are sized to meet most airline carry-on requirements. Since carry-on dimensions vary by airplane size and style, and regulations are always changing, we recommend checking with your airline before the flight.
Dimensions:
External W x H x D (cm): 29 x 53 x 26
Internal W x H x D (cm): 29 x 44 x 17
Weight (kg): 1.3
Laptop: 13”
The Medium DSLR Core Unit can be used on its own or in combination with additional Core Units to expand the amount of protected equipment space in a Shimoda pack or roller as more camera gear is needed. Breaking down the equipment protection into modules allows the user to minimise weight and bulk and to never carry more padded sections than is needed for the day’s camera kit. The inserts can customise the bag to a user’s shooting style and the terrain ahead of them.
This Core Unit designed to accommodate larger sized camera bodies – but that doesn’t mean it is limited to them. It works wonders with any gear, but especially with gear requiring more depth. It will fit a gripped mirrorless or DSLR body and a lens as long as 70-200mm 2.8.
The Core Unit comes with a removable ultra-light Skin which can to be used with the insert to protect gear from dust and damage when it is being stored after use. The Skin can be also removed from the Core Unit and filled with soft goods like warmer clothing layers, hats, gloves etc., keeping those items sealed and organized throughout your adventure. Core Units, Skins and Accessory Cases all share the same width as the backpacks and Carry On Roller, so you never loose any valuable packing space.
Weight: 1.42lb / 0.6kg
Outside Dimensions (in): 11.2W x 11.8H x 6.7D in.
Outside Dimensions (cm): 28.5W x 30H x 17D cm
Inside Dimensions (in): 10.4W x 11H x 6.3D in.
Inside Dimensions (cm): 26.5W x 28H x 16D cm
