"Michael, I carried my M-Rock bag everyday, for a month, in all kinds of weather while hiking in New Zealand. It is bombproof. On several great hikes we were with groups of up to 40 people. My camera was the only one that stayed dry and continued to work. We had eleven inches of rain in one 24 hour period while on the trail of the Milford track. Several of the hiker's cameras just quit working because they got so damp. My Nikon D70, along with my other photo equipment stayed dry and usable.
I carry the Sierra while snowshoeing, cross country skiing, backpacking, day hiking and car traveling. I can get all the essentials for my Nikon into this bag, including filters. The shoulder strap/harness system works great, especially when I am carrying a backpack. When trekking in New Zealand, I had my backpack on the back and my M-Rock Camera Bag on my chest. I looked like a pack mule, but I was comfortable and always had my camera ready to take photograph. I could access filters and other needs without removing my backpack or my M-Rock Camera Bag.
You have a great product! It's bombproof!
Bob K. Medford, OR"
"I ordered my M-ROCK Sierra camera bag on April 19th and received it on April 24th. WOW! I'm impressed on how quickly it was delivered. I haven't had a chance to take it out for a trial run yet but my camera and its essentials fit perfectly and it seems like it will be just about perfect. Thank you for your prompt service and my husband and I liked the chocolate. Nice touch.
Linda Anderson"
"Michael, It's been over a year since I got three of your bags (Sierra, Ozark and Niagara) and the belt. While I have only used the belt a couple times, I have used the bags very extensively and am shocked that they still look brand new. My only issue was a plastic clip which broke early on but you replaced it instantaneously and without any hassle whatsoever. Top notch.
I'm not an extreme outdoor photographer by any means, but I do a lot of hiking and kayaking and such. I always have at least one, if not two or all three of my M-Rock bags with me. The versatility of your designs is amazing.
I figured I'd also let you know that my [rather large for its class] Minolta 7D fits perfectly in the Sierra with room at the bottom for a 2nd lens, and plenty of room at the top to stuff in the neck strap as well. I keep a wide zoom and a walk around zoom in that camera, with one on the camera body and one laying at the bottom of the bag, interchangeably. In my Ozark is a 50mm prime lens, and the Niagara carries a big telephoto zoom lens. So that's one big SLR and four separate lenses covering the range from 17 to 300mm, all instantly available to me wherever I am!
The bags handle the weight and bulk of all this -- pus 2 spare batteries, a CF card, about 12 filters of various diameters, my 7D quick reference, notepad, 2-3 pens, and a compact cleaning kit, plus one rain cover (for the Sierra) -- with ease. The bags are organized so I can literally grab them all at once or just one or two, depending on my needs.
My wife is also happy as the bags have room to spare, which keeps my ever-growing list of filters and accessories in one place! I'm really glad the guys at Prime Color Photo in Worcester, MA pointed me in the right direction. :-)
I just wish I had more stuff that needed your bags.." - Cheers Jeremiah
"Dear Sirs,
Having been a paramedic, hiker, rock-climber and traveller; I have lived with various specialty bags for most of my life. When I decided to upgrade my trusty Fuji S3100 to a slightly more advanced S6000fd, I performed an internet search for the model and came across your website. From the first moment, I knew that I would be doing business with you. From the layout and design of the site, to the follow-up emails, I was impressed (or thought that I was). However, when I received my FIRST order and opened the box, I was amazed at the quality of my purchase of the Sierra, Ozark and the Modular Belt! The bags are everything you say, and more! I am so pleased, I have already placed a second order for my girlfriend (Sierra, Modular Belt & Ozark for her new Canon Rebel xTi), and I am pondering what to order next! Keep up the great work!."
B. Allen Evans - Flemingsburg, Kentucky
"Last year I spent considerable time researching what was to be my first SLR camera, and a digital one at that. I thought the weeks of research for the right camera was mind-numbing at times, but then I started the search for accessories, including a quality case for my expensive first 'real' camera! After much reading I settled on an M-ROCK due to all of the positive feedback and what looked like a well thought out design and implementation.
In November 2006 I bought my camera and went to check out your bags in person. As one who has spent a decent amount of time backpacking and being familiar with outdoor gear I was very impressed with your product. I quickly settled on the Sierra, and also purchased two Niagara's to attach to either side for when I would be carrying additional lenses and gear. I also bought the modular belt as with having children and a dog, being hands-free is important!
This system has been very comfortable to carry all day, even when also carrying children etc. and it has racked up many miles as I've traveled both near and far with it.
Overall I have been very impressed with how it has held up. The exterior, after a quick wipe down, still looks relatively new and most importantly of all, my equipment has been with me when I needed it and is completely undamaged. Your weather protection system has been wonderful and has kept my gear dry, dust-free and well protected even when the environment got a little nasty. Thank you for creating such a great product.." - Marc Ferraby
"Dear Michael, I recently received my order of a Sierra bag. This is my first bag from MRock. I am impressed with the design, construction and versatility of this bag. I have a number of small to large bags that I look forward to replacing with this bag and the Zion when it ships later this month. Thanks for this quality bag. Keep up the good designing." -Bill
"I love photography and I am the most picky shopper you can imagine. I write my objectives on paper, then shop as long as it takes to find the perfect gear -- in the stores and online. I have purchased the Mrock High Sierra and recently the gorgeous Mrock Wasatch pack. I can say emphatically that the attention to detail, durability and function is better than any of the competition. I look forward to every day I can carry my Mrock bags. The designer and owner of Mrock has provided the best communication and follow-through of any online retailer. I have sold every other camera bag I've owned, now that I've found the best.
Regards - Greg"
"Dear M-ROCK - I received my High Sierra camera bag today. It was well packaged, and I'm very happy with the bag. I had the Niagara lens bag previously, and I'm very impressed with the way they mesh together. Beautiful workmanship. - Thank you," - Larry Peer R.N.
"Michael - the High Sierra and Niagara bags are just what I needed for my 828. I just ordered the modular belt and a Biscayne Bay (to hold extra batteries). I can't tell you how pleased I am with the M-Rock bags! The carrying handle on top, the all-weather covers/rain flaps, the padding, and the shoulder straps are the best I've found. I've used bags from other manufacturers and it is so nice to finally have one that does it all!
Thanks again for all of your help and for exceptional bags!" - Mark Lockhart
" I was shocked when I received my camera bag because I was not expecting it to arrive so quick with standard shipping. Very impressed. When I opened the box I was even more impressed. I purchased the High Sierra and the Niagara to take my Rebel XT and a spare lens hiking. Both bags are very well made and well designed. This is very high quality stuff. My XT fits easily in the High Sierra, with the 17-40 L lens and the lens hood on in the ready position. The pockets are perfect for an extra filter or two and a few extra CF cards. On top of all that, the bags have numerous attach points for a number of carrying options, which is important to me, and come with some very high quality straps." - Daryl Faust
"Awesome Bag! - Just bought a High Sierra camera bag. Perfecto! I am a long time Domke guy, and, I even felt a little bad about looking at other bags. Compared the High Sierra bag with both Lowepro TLZ and one of the Tamrac bags, hands down, your bag outclassed them both. Thoughtful placement of pockets, rain bag, and hard points made 'personalizing' the bag a cinch.
"The large belt loop is the greatest idea of them all. It allows the bag to ride on the side of a Mountiansmith Lumbar Pack (Blaze). Now all my gear is right where I need it: within reach.
"Keep up the good work!" - Pete Kuhn
"I wanted to tell you how great the M-ROCK High Sierra camera case is that I ordered from you guys. I don't think there is a better product made. That case has saved my camera so many times already that it has paid for itself many times over. I even jumped from an airplane with it. That thing is really tough. Thanks for the great product and service. Thank you."
- William Morgan, Operation Enduring Freedom
"I own one of the holster-type bags, the High Sierra. I abused it so much in Wyoming, and it still is in great shape. I dropped it in rivers on two separate occasions, and both times the bag saved my camera and lenses. I also dropped it on concrete at the airport, and the bag limited the damage to a filter getting cross-threaded. When I first got my camera, I bought several bags, was unhappy with all of them, found M-ROCK, and returned all of them to buy the High Sierra."
- Dan McCarthy, Cambridge, MA
"I am the happy owner of the High Sierra. I absolutely love it... You have an awesome company and unbelievable customer service."
- Analisa Sibayan, Lakeside, CA
"I love this bag! It protected my camera from the ice as I slipped on a few occasions at this Rosy Mound Natural Area south of Grand Haven Michigan on the frigid shore of Lake Michigan. Ice as far as the I can see. 1/31/09."
Thanks for such a quality product - Jeff Eckert, Zeeland, MI