I don't mind that it not hard sided, but when you put the sticky bags of bows in, do they get crushed? The bag I use now, the get smooshed :(
1627156
Not really. I put the longest rolls on the two sides and the shorter rolls in the middle so I wound up with a gap to put two bags of bows.
1627157
Ummm.. I guess they do a little bit. I think it depends how much wrapping paper you put in the bag because that will change the amount of room inside the bag. Ours is pretty full and I haven't noticed the bows getting very smooshed so far. Also, if you're storing it vertically, I would lean it against the wall so the bows are on top; that should help prevent them from getting crushed.
1627158
Mine have not gotten crushed. I also have a bag sitting on top of the rolls of paper.
1627159
I have a large bag of bows in this bag and none of the bows seem to get crushed. I guess it depends on the type of bows. I just use the cheap Christmas ones you find in every store. It might also depend how packed your bag is. I don't overstuff this one. Hope this helps.
1627160
HiI haven't put bows in it, but it seems they would get crushed unless you make sure to put nothing else on top of the bag.
441860
I have had my tote since last October and although I don't haul mine around every day, I don't believe you would pack yours as heavy as I usually have mine and I have had no problem with mine at all. It seems to be made very well and if I decide to purchase another one, I will definitely go with another one of these! Plus, go to the company's website and look for information on their return/replace policies - I'd be willing to bet that they have everything covered as all of the crafting items that we cart around with us are quite heavy! I even stack other binders on top of this one and put the straps over the handle so I don't have to carry those either! I don't think you would be disappointed!!
818734
You fill the bag with shredded fabric... anything without buttons, buckles or zippers will work, I tried to stick to cotton, as it compresses well. I was able to reuse the stuffing from an old bag for about half of my filling, so that's an option as well. Many times if you look, old punching bags can be had for just a few bucks, if you don't want to go to the trouble of scavenging rags. Here's a decent video from YouTube on how to fill the bag - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLGddvvvAIk. The nice thing about filling your own is that you can make it as hard or soft as you want. Many people also get a remnant of some decent foam carpet pad and curl it into a tube that they slip inside the whole length of the bag. Then the rest of the padding goes inside the foam tube insert. The foam roll makes for a nice, smooth striking surface so you don't get hard spots. If you want to add a bit more weight, freezer baggies filled with play sand and then completely duct-taped can be dumped down the center of the bag, you likely won't need many, a bag this size gets heavy in a hurry as you pack the stuffing down. This is a good sturdy bag - waaaaay better than my old Everlast that cost a bit more. It's a bit of work to stuff it, but way worth it if you use a bag often. Hope that helps.
1019966
I had no problem! I hold the handles and shake, and it slides right out. Of course, the deeper it is into the bag, the harder you have to shake. I found it easier to gradually pull it out a bit as the bag gets fuller. It's also easier if you crush the leaves down every so often as you are filling the bag. I start out with it on its side, and as it gets full, place it upright to finish it off.
358753
I was able to get mine back in the bag, although it does take some persistence. It's impossible to try to roll it and stuff it in. I start with one end and get it as far in as I can, then I take the end that is sticking out and fold it over and start stuffing it in, all the while squishing the air out with each "stuff". Hope this helps!
2117545
No they will be fine ill usually have my field tips screwed on in the case and broadheads in a different package so they dont poke threw iv had my arrows in side pocked whole time and fetches are still straight just to be safe if u lay bag down just have that side pocked faced up
185867
Haven't had any trouble with that. Love the units, as a matter of fact. Bags I felt were a bit flimsy so bought a second set of real good ones. Would hate to be out camping and have one of the bags rip so a spare set is always a good idea anyway. We use the bags that came with the set as a backup.
1879441
I did do a half bag of quik set on each side. It's holding up well. Hope this helps.
1691922
You are not doing anything wrong. I can never get the bags to zip properly either. I just squeeze as much air out as possible, zip the bag as best I can, then fold the top over and wrap a large gum band (top to bottom) to keep it from spilling.
890972
I have at least 12 in mine, maybe 15. The nylon case is somewhat flexible, so you can 'squish' them a little to make things fit. I also just fold my gift bags and lay them on top of the rolls before I zip it shut. Really small gift bags & tags can fit in the pockets. I don't really use bows much, but you may have to allow a little extra room in the bag if you don't want your bows to get squished.
915957
Maybe, but I would be careful, they are put under a lot of tension when they are shot so there is the off chance that your bow will shatter it. I wouldn't be too concerned about that tho
1254900
Mine just snapped at the tip a few minutes into my first play with it. Snapped like balsa wood. I've never seen a bow do that and it wasn't excessively tight. Not so great.
143941
Mine came with a black mesh bag/holder. It can probably hold up to 5 arrows
997744
Usually not, my arrows always have field points and 100 grain broad heads on them, the most damage it'll do is leave baby hikes and the bottom of the quiver, but since it's so thick, there is no way guaranteed that it'll rip from the bottom or something like that.
1439892
Can't avoid having it slide around. Best you first place it in a padded pouch of some kind. The bag is cavernous. Filling it means it will be heavy carrying it around. Still, I manage.
1584205
Well, I use the Jade mat, which is extra sticky, so it's a bit harder than my last mat. I sit the mat on the floor, open it and peel the bag down. The bag has to be aaaaall the way open or forget it. Not exceptionally easy, but it's what I'm used to :) Hope this helps!
2092367
I've done it. It did not rip the bag. I have also rolled them up. Both ways worked.