• The Mini Eventer is smaller than the Eventer MKII. The extra size of the Eventer MKII allows a 14” MacBook Pro to be stored instead of a 11” iPad Pro – plus larger camera gear.
• The Mini Eventer has unstitched, two single front straps, whereas the Eventer MKII has two stitched, double front straps. The dual front straps are due to the size of the bag and to enable you to release the main flap whilst keeping the front dump pockets secure.

This bag is smaller and lighter than the Eventer. Additionally:

• The padded laptop slip (for 13inch MacBooks) in the back of the Eventer padded insert is replaced by a padded tablet slip (for 11inch iPads) in the back of the Mini Eventer padded insert.
• The Mini Eventer features a luggage trolley retainer strap on the back which the Eventer does not.
• The Mini Eventer features weatherproof zips. The Eventer features conventional zips.
• The Mini Eventer features an improved top handle with leather on the underside for increased comfort. The Eventer does not have leather under the handle. Both bags feature fibreglass reinforcement to the handle to reduce stress on the bag when the handle is used.

This bag is a little bigger than the Hadley Small Pro. Additionally:

• The main compartment of the Mini Eventer closes with a zip and a main flap. The main compartment on the Hadley Small Pro closes with only a main flap. Some users might prefer the Hadley Small Pro as it is slightly quicker to get items in and out of. Other users may prefer the Mini Eventer because they like the idea of zip closure.
• The Hadley Small Pro has a removable shoulder sling. The shoulder sling on the Mini Eventer is non-removable.
• The Hadley Small Pro is slightly more flexible - it will mould to your body a little more.
• The Hadley Small Pro will expand forwards more to fit larger gear if needed. The Mini Eventer is slightly deeper front-to-back but has less ability to expand out further than that's stated internal size.
• The Hadley Small Pro does NOT have a dedicated padded area for an iPad or tablet - in that bag to store such a device you have to put it between the back of the padded camera insert and the back of the bag (so it is only padded on one side). The Mini Eventer has a dedicated padded tablet area for better protection of those devices.
• Both bags have the newer top handle with leather underneath.
• Both bags have weatherproof zips (although the Hadley Small Pro does not have a zip on its main compartment).
• Both bags have a luggage trolley retainer strap on the back.

This bag is a little smaller than the Hadley Pro 2020. Additionally:

• The main compartment of the Mini Eventer closes with a zip and a main flap. The main compartment on the Hadley Pro 2020 closes with only a main flap. Some users might prefer the Hadley Pro 2020 as it is slightly quicker to get items in and out of. Other users may prefer the Mini Eventer because they like the idea of zip closure.
• The Hadley Pro 2020 has a removable shoulder sling. The shoulder sling on the Mini Eventer is non-removable.
• The Hadley Pro 2020 is slightly more flexible - it will mould to your body a little more.
• The Hadley Pro 2020 will expand forwards more to fit larger gear if needed. The Mini Eventer is slightly deeper front-to-back but has less ability to expand out further than that's stated internal size.
• The Hadley Pro 2020 does NOT have a dedicated padded area for an iPad or tablet - in that bag to store such a device you have to put it between the back of the padded camera insert and the back of the bag (so it is only padded on one side). The Mini Eventer has a dedicated padded tablet area for better protection of those devices.
• Both bags have the newer top handle with leather underneath.
• Both bags have weatherproof zips (although the Hadley Pro 2020 does not have a zip on its main compartment).
• Both bags have a luggage trolley retainer strap on the back.

Yes these devices would fit in the padded tablet compartment instead of an 11inch iPad very easily.

No. There isn't even a way to squeeze one in. If you want to fit a 13" MacBook we would recommend the Eventer or the Hadley One both of which have dedicated padded 13" laptop compartments.

No, you don't use the buckles to get into this bag. The buckles are only designed to occasionally adjust the front straps in height or to allow you to pack a little more or less into the bag. We recommend keeping the straps inside the buckle during normal use and only using the 'Quick Release Straps'. 

For frequent usage, the Mini Evener Front Straps are opened by sliding the top of the strap off the brass clogball (round stud). This is a very quick way to open and close the bag, many people learn to do this one-handed as the leather softens.

You can keep the bag itself open whilst shooting, just don't put the straps back on the clogball until you want to close bag.

Yes. The zips can also be tucked behind the front and back walls of the padded insert when the bag is in use if you expect to take the camera gear in and out of the bag frequently without closing the bag.

No. The fabric is made of 3 layers - the middle layer is butyl rubber. Water cannot pass through this butyl rubber layer. As long as you don't get a hole in the fabric or expose it to harsh chemicals (for example in a washing machine) the fabric should remain waterproof for many years. There is no need to apply re-proofing.

In simple terms ‘Canvas’ or ‘FibreNyte’ refers to top layer of fabric on our bags – the facecloth.

‘Canvas’ is a mix of cotton and polyester. ‘FibreNyte’ refers to our face fabric that is completely synthetic. Canvas is hard wearing, FibreNyte is very hard wearing.

Both fabrics are bonded to a non-wicking polyester backing fabric with a middle layer butyl rubber – this rubber layer makes both fabrics equally (and very) waterproof. Water can’t get through that rubber layer.

Both fabrics have a similar weave - the FibreNyte looks similar to canvas. Canvas is slightly softer to the touch, FibreNyte is slightly rougher to the touch.

People tend to choose Canvas if they want the bag to age gracefully and look vintage over time. This is particularly true of people who chose our ‘Khaki Canvas’ fabric as this looks particularly lovely as it ages.

People tend to choose FibreNyte if they want the bag to look newer for longer or if they are particularly hard on their gear - for example by carrying the bag to work with them every day, doing a lot of hiking or filling it particularly full. If you are buying a black bag it’s particularly worth considering FibreNyte as it will stay looking blacker longer. Also Sage FibreNyte is particularly attractive as a colour – it’s probably the most popular colour among our staff!

The SP50 shoulder pad fits this bag - it is already included in the price so you only need to buy it if you have lost or damaged yours. The SP20 shoulder pad can also fit if needed but isn't included.

Yes this bag comes with a removable padded insert included in the price. You can take the padded insert out if not carrying cameras - this turns the bag into a great casual bag.

It attaches with pop-clips on the front and back of the insert. These match up to clips on the front and back inside walls of the main compartment of the bag.

No. End pockets can not be attached to this bag.