{"id":4285,"date":"2026-07-19T16:00:49","date_gmt":"2026-07-19T21:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phillyphotosupply.com\/pps\/?post_type=product&#038;p=4285"},"modified":"2026-07-19T16:18:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-19T21:18:46","slug":"shimoda-sidecountry-28-starter-kit-black-white","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/phillyphotosupply.com\/pps\/index.php\/product\/shimoda-sidecountry-28-starter-kit-black-white\/","title":{"rendered":"Shimoda Sidecountry 28 Starter Kit Backpack with Medium Top Loader &#8211; Black\/White"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Key Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"1cyl2zr\" data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"744\">Includes Shimoda Medium Top Loader camera insert for modular carry options<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8d47hw\" data-start=\"745\" data-end=\"824\">Top Loader can be used as a backpack insert, shoulder bag, sling, or hip pack<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5pyvmx\" data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"900\">Lightweight design optimized for hiking, travel, and mountain photography<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"583qlo\" data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"955\">Exclusive side camera access for fast gear retrieval<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"r3u42b\" data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1025\">Compatible with Small, Medium, and Large Shimoda Top Loader inserts<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ffch0z\" data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1080\">Removable padded sleeve fits laptops up to 16 inches<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1yxwjkh\" data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1175\">Signature shoulder straps with phone pocket, accessory pocket, and camera clip compatibility<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"6yrmma\" data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1250\">Durable recycled Cordura\u00ae re\/cor\u2122 RN66 shell with water-repellent finish<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ovw0mv\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1311\">Includes removable rain cover for added weather protection<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"54b5j\" data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1375\">Designed for outdoor photographers, creators, and adventurers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1677\">The <strong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1445\">Shimoda Sidecountry 28 Starter Kit<\/strong> is designed for photographers who spend more time exploring than organizing gear. 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