theonlyski 3 #26 January 20, 2012 Here's my XL bag: 2.5 jump suits V3-348 Full face L OXYGN helmet Few accessories"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mixedup 0 #27 January 20, 2012 tks - is material/zippers etc ok quality then? (e.g. not like some bags where zippers seem to go within the first few months)Parachutist Game IOS Android YouT Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #28 January 22, 2012 Zippers tend to go sooner because folks tend to cram too much into their gear bags and force the zipper pull. Too much stress like that ruins zippers. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
t-merrill 0 #29 August 26, 2012 Does the helmet fit in there 2? I have a G4 170 and was hoping to be able to have my rig, wingusuit, helmet, and small extras. Will this fit it well? I want something like this so I can use it while on my motorcycle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
inkogneetow 0 #30 October 31, 2012 QuoteI recommend avoiding the Brand X bag from square 1 (the second link). It just falls apart. Mine lasted less than 6 months before I had a major repair done. First repair also failed about a year later so I had a whole second piece of fabric sewn across the entire top for reinforcing and thats been holding well for about 1.5 years now. Only plus is the outer pocket for a jumpsuit and the log book pocket. The square 1 helmet bag works great for my factory diver and I throw my audible and alti in there too. AGREED! I have patched mine several times due to the poor quality china made cordura fabric. On to the next."If I can't be my own, I'll feel better dead." Layne Staley Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
treiparinti 0 #31 November 1, 2012 http://akando.com/products/11-gear-bag.aspx Hi, Don't know how much will be the transport tu US(they're from Croatia I think), but the bag is really a baragin for that price. Quality is really good. I've seen some bags treated really ad over the years and they are still in good conditions. There's enough space to put in a unpacked chute and container, fly suite, helmet and accesories. It has also some pockets for papers.Zippers are really good and have the inside protections that doesn't allow to catch-in the canopy material when zipping up if you are too tired to pack your canopy in the end of the day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HSPScott 0 #32 November 1, 2012 I have two of Pelican 1620s. One for gear and one for camera stuff. My wife has one for gear. They come with a lifetime warranty. They also double as something to sit on. http://pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1620 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/179087-REG/Pelican_1620_020_110_1620_Case_with_Foam.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #33 November 1, 2012 Quote I have two of Pelican 1620s. One for gear and one for camera stuff. My wife has one for gear. They come with a lifetime warranty. They also double as something to sit on. http://pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1620 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/179087-REG/Pelican_1620_020_110_1620_Case_with_Foam.html I like it! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #34 November 1, 2012 Quote Quote I have two of Pelican 1620s. One for gear and one for camera stuff. My wife has one for gear. They come with a lifetime warranty. They also double as something to sit on. http://pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1620 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/179087-REG/Pelican_1620_020_110_1620_Case_with_Foam.html I like it! But would you like to pay for it? If they sell toilet seats to the gov't you know it's gonna be $$$$$$. How about a trip to goodwill and get a used samsonite type suitcase with wheels, get some heavy duty foam to protect the camera stuff. Still remember the ads of the big ape in the zoo beating the hell out of the samsoniteR. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #35 November 1, 2012 Quote Quote Quote I have two of Pelican 1620s. One for gear and one for camera stuff. My wife has one for gear. They come with a lifetime warranty. They also double as something to sit on. http://pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1620 http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/179087-REG/Pelican_1620_020_110_1620_Case_with_Foam.html I like it! But would you like to pay for it? If they sell toilet seats to the gov't you know it's gonna be $$$$$$. How about a trip to goodwill and get a used samsonite type suitcase with wheels, get some heavy duty foam to protect the camera stuff. Still remember the ads of the big ape in the zoo beating the hell out of the SamsoniteR. Problem is ya can never find a gorilla to move your gear when ya need one. The link said about 200 bones for the case in question...not bad for a lifetime guarantee. I travel quite a bit and one thing I've learned is not to scrimp on luggage... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockola 0 #36 November 2, 2012 Quoteget a used samsonite type suitcase with wheels +1. I was given one by someone who upgraded to a lighter model. Big enough for rig, helmet, jumpsuit, shoes, and will survive even airline luggage handling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 3 #37 November 2, 2012 Quote Problem is ya can never find a gorilla to move your gear when ya need one. The link said about 200 bones for the case in question...not bad for a lifetime guarantee. I travel quite a bit and one thing I've learned is not to scrimp on luggage... For what it's worth, we used the Pelican cases quite a bit in the military. They can break, but it is pretty fucking difficult to do. I wouldn't expect any airliner handling to be able to break them."I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nah_tan 0 #38 November 11, 2014 Thought I would add to the list.....Just ordered this bag. It fits my big Mirage G4 with a 193 reserve and 190 main. a bit snug but quality is great! http://www.cabelas.com/product/Camping/Backpacks-Bags/Tactical-Packs|/pc/104795280/c/104758380/sc/157712580/511reg-Tactical-Rush-72-Backpacks/1159887.uts?destination=%2Fcatalog%2Fbrowse.cmd%3FN%3D1107829%26WTz_l%3DSBC%253BBRprd1159887&WTz_l=SBC%3BBRprd1159887%3Bcat157712580 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JWest 0 #39 November 12, 2014 A couple tips from someone that used to work in the baggage handling industry. The most important and only real rule, If anyone besides yourself is going to handle your bag do not use a duffle bag. There is nothing more infuriating then a duffle bag. They have no structural integrity, they don't stack well, and are generally a pain in the ass. This makes us dislike you and hate your bag. The result? We will purposely put your bag on the bottom and crush it into submission. If it doesn't go on the bottom we will cram it into any space to take up the maximum volume of whatever we are putting it in. This goes for the majority of bellman and airline handlers I have ever met. So if you don't want your stuff to get crushed don't get a duffle bag. Now all of that being said. I use a standard overhead roller bag. I can fit my Rig, G3, and all the other little things in it. Jumpsuits go in the bag with my clothes. Any other valuables go in my second carry on. ie. small backpack. I'm sure I will receive some hate for the baggage comment. I'm just telling you the truth. I wouldn't want my rig to be stuck on the bottom of an airliner luggage bay for any amount of time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #40 November 12, 2014 http://lbtinc.com/featured/enhanced-warfighter-load-out-bag.html Best quality, will hold a small adult, and for less than the.materials. I've got two over the last year with similar discounts. And one big wheel load.out bag that will carry two rigs plus. But my real gear bag is TWO older eddie bauer, when they used to really make something useful, duffle bags. One for the rig, open or closed, and one for everything else. Jumpsuits, helmets, electronics, spare clothes, etc. A separate duffle for each rig. I sometimes take three or four. These are NOT for airline travel. Carry on in roller. II'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpwally 0 #41 November 17, 2014 How the hell do you fit in a Z4 ? smile, be nice, enjoy life FB # - 1083 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
erdnarob 1 #42 November 21, 2014 Many years ago, in 1980 or so, Performance Designs, before making canopies, was manufacturing skydiving accessories. I bought a gear bag from them at DeLand (with their logo and my name on it) and still have it after 34 years.. It is made of cordura, and has an extra zipper to decrease the bag volume if needed. There is two side pockets and two extra "ranging poaches" located between the two normal pockets and the bag itself. Those are closed by Velcro while the pockets are zipper equiped. There are two handles plus shoulders adjustable straps with padding. I have never seen a so good design. And the best is that my gear bag has never needed to be repaired other than the two Velcro to be changed. No sign of wear on any stitching at all. Learn from others mistakes, you will never live long enough to make them all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
