I,m  trying to make up my mind on whether I should get a hard case for my MP or a backpack, I need space for my iPad and all the extras I recently purchased

Hey Jack. With a back pack you should be able to store more equipment due to the extra compartments but hard case will protect the Pro more if it has to fall etc.

Suren Posted at 2018-4-12 09:10
Hey Jack. With a back pack you should be able to store more equipment due to the extra compartments but hard case will protect the Pro more if it has to fall etc.

Not only that,  waterproof  case as well as one can use it to land the drone so that’s the reason I am having a hard time trying to make up my mind. Thank you

Picanoc Jack Posted at 2018-4-12 09:16
Not only that,  waterproof  case as well as one can use it to land the drone so that’s the reason I am having a hard time trying to make up my mind. Thank you

Did you have any in mind or pictures of them? both have their Pro's and Con's

Suren Posted at 2018-4-12 09:19
Did you have any in mind or pictures of them? both have their Pro's and Con's

I looked at all kinds,  cases are nice however but limited space, I know I would probably be at the beaches most of  the time with the drone, then carrying my folding chair cooler etc etc.  One of the reason I am leaning towards back pack but made to accommodate MP.

Picanoc Jack Posted at 2018-4-12 09:25
I looked at all kinds,  cases are nice however but limited space, I know I would probably be at the beaches most of  the time with the drone, then carrying my folding chair cooler etc etc

Sounds like the water proof case would suit your needs better.

I went the easy way and got both . For storage and local use the MC-Case for the Fly More Combo and for travelling the National Geographic backpack.

Just might get both that would fix the problem

I have the PeakDesign Everyday Backpack 20L and the Mavic Air fits perfectly in it : the MA in length side fits in the depth of the bag. ;)

I also got both, but generally use the hardback 99.9% of the time, waterproof and idiot proof......... like me.

Depending on your usage of course.
If you do a lot of walking / biking etc. I would go for something that is nice to carry.
(so not a hard case).
If the last part of the trips is only short (and you use the car for the rest), a hard case might be an option.
For the landing, you can also get a pad.

I have the hard case now but I feel the need for a backpack also.
I plan to get a backpack in the near future. On certain occasions one will work out  better the other.

I have both - an Incase compression case for storage and long distance travel and a Peak Design 5L Sling for carrying on my back through the countryside. I felt very self conscious carrying a hard case through famers fields to my flight locations and it's obvious to passers by that you don't have a packed lunch in there LOL
On the other hand, the case is more rugged, protective and organised but also has less storage space. I use the sling 99% of the time now and that's the one I would choose but both have pro's and con's.

A CW Posted at 2018-4-12 12:12
I have both - an Incase compression case for storage and long distance travel and a Peak Design 5L Sling for carrying on my back through the countryside. I felt very self conscious carrying a hard case through famers fields to my flight locations and it's obvious to passers by that you don't have a packed lunch in there LOL
On the other hand, the case is more rugged, protective and organised but also has less storage space. I use the sling 99% of the time now and that's the one I would choose but both have pro's and con's.

yes and travel I do,  my summer home is in NS  and I am in PQ .  

B1houdini Posted at 2018-4-12 12:06
I have the hard case now but I feel the need for a backpack also.
I plan to get a backpack in the near future. On certain occasions one will work out  better the other.

I started thinking about that when you were telling us about WISH

Montfrooij Posted at 2018-4-12 11:44
Depending on your usage of course.
If you do a lot of walking / biking etc. I would go for something that is nice to carry.
(so not a hard case).

long distance driving,  and once at destination maybe on my four Wheeler like I aid I will probably get both

M2Wair Posted at 2018-4-12 10:07
I also got both, but generally use the hardback 99.9% of the time, waterproof and idiot proof......... like me.

I think that's the best thing to do is get both David.

I got a nice hard case that fits my drone with three batteries.  The case then fits easily in my backpack that I can then put other stuff in.  Perfect for me.  

Picanoc Jack Posted at 2018-4-12 13:06
long distance driving,  and once at destination maybe on my four Wheeler like I aid I will probably get both

That might be best indeed if there is enough budget.
Or start with one of both and buy the second if you 'need' it.

iPad will fit in a foam slot above where hard orange case goes.
Lots of pockets with space.  Some pockets have sub-pockets.
DJI's compact carry case will fit down in top of backpack.

Backpack I use  < Link

                                            $99.95

Suren Posted at 2018-4-12 09:10
Hey Jack. With a back pack you should be able to store more equipment due to the extra compartments but hard case will protect the Pro more if it has to fall etc.

You can have best of both worlds.  Backpack that comes with hardcase for Mavic Pro.  

HedgeTrimmer Posted at 2018-4-12 23:47
You can have best of both worlds.  Backpack that comes with hardcase for Mavic Pro.

yes! now that one I really like!

HedgeTrimmer Posted at 2018-4-12 23:47
You can have best of both worlds.  Backpack that comes with hardcase for Mavic Pro.

but they certainly don't give them away,   315.00  WOW!

HedgeTrimmer Posted at 2018-4-12 23:41
iPad will fit in a foam slot above where hard orange case goes.
Lots of pockets with space.  Some pockets have sub-pockets.
DJI's compact carry case will fit down in top of backpack.

Wow that looks tops

Remember, when your drone takes a crap and crashes, you can't send them in for repairs with bought cases. Keep that in mind.

I say go with waterproof backpack.

well it will be waterproof for sure,  and sturdy enough in order to make sure that my mavic and rest of the stuff is safe.

Picanoc Jack Posted at 2018-4-13 00:13
but they certainly don't give them away,   315.00  WOW!

See link:  $99.95

Woe Posted at 2018-4-13 04:53
I say go with waterproof backpack.

The backpack I posted has a built-in pull-out rain cover.  I would not say it is waterproof as in throw in a canoe and splash water on it.

HedgeTrimmer Posted at 2018-4-13 07:20
The backpack I posted has a built-in pull-out rain cover.  I would not say it is waterproof as in throw in a canoe and splash water on it.

I purchased a water resistant backpack myself. I should have said resistant.

Got the one that hedge trimmer mentioned, followed the link a heck of a lot better than 315.00,  thanks a lot hedge trimmer

As use mine as part of an outdoor company and already carrying a pack it would be difficult to carry another so have gone for the option of a range of smaller, individual hard cases. So far so good but looking into seperate pack for when taking the drone out solo.

MaddogAdventures Posted at 2018-4-13 13:32
As use mine as part of an outdoor company and already carrying a pack it would be difficult to carry another so have gone for the option of a range of smaller, individual hard cases. So far so good but looking into seperate pack for when taking the drone out solo.

just might get a hard case later, there are some good ones out there

HedgeTrimmer Posted at 2018-4-12 23:41
iPad will fit in a foam slot above where hard orange case goes.
Lots of pockets with space.  Some pockets have sub-pockets.
DJI's compact carry case will fit down in top of backpack.

That really does look tops!  Do you think it’d be okay for a Mavic Air?

Face-AcheNZ Posted at 2018-4-13 13:52
That really does look tops!  Do you think it’d be okay for a Mavic Air?

I guess it would be considering that the mavic air is smaller than that of the MP

Face-AcheNZ Posted at 2018-4-13 13:52
That really does look tops!  Do you think it’d be okay for a Mavic Air?

Being Mavic Air is smaller, you would need to add foam padding to Orange hard case.  Making your own cut-out foam insert for Mavic Air.

I prefer the case since it's easy to store when you get home but the backpack if you like to hiking or walking around.

well I cancelled the order for the simple reason that when duties were included the price was more than doubled,  so I will get the hard case as well as another kind of pack. Taxes and duties complete rip off!

I picked this up TUBU camera backpack on Amazon. With a little help from the Fly More Combos shoulder bags dividers it fit everything snug and left plenty of room on the top.

as it turns out the back pack was shipped so I will wait until it comes in have a look at it and if it suits me then fine,  otherwise return to sender.