Thinking about buying a Bigger Bag [Archive] - Northwest Disc Golf News Forums

topdawgy58

January 17th, 2009, 09:29 AM

I bought a Fade Crunch Box that holds 14 Discs. I been thinking I should get a bag that holds 20 dics and has room for all my other stuff.
Anybody have any suggestions on what to buy? :rockon:

Eric Olson

January 17th, 2009, 09:49 AM

Revolution or Gorilla Boy

snap7times

January 17th, 2009, 10:25 AM

yep, revolution or Gorilla Boy are the best, do the research, this comparison has been done several times.

topdawgy58

January 18th, 2009, 06:37 AM

They look spendy compared to the Fade bags.

LegoRules

January 18th, 2009, 07:33 AM

I bought a Fade Crunch Box that holds 14 Discs. I been thinking I should get a bag that holds 20 dics and has room for all my other stuff. Anybody have any suggestions on what to buy? :rockon:

I just went through this same process. I ended up getting the Revolution Carolina bag after much advice from this board, and doing my own research. Here is an article that helped me with my final decision.

http://www.aadgonline.com/66/revolution-vs-gorilla-boy-the-best-bag-for-the-buck/?action=print

Go back aslo and read the posts on the tread "Fade Gear TOURNEY DISC GOLF BAG?"

I actually just got my new bag yesterday, and so far I am really happy with my decision. Since I have not actually used it yet I feel I can't not give a review yet.

Cindy :)

topdawgy58

January 18th, 2009, 07:55 AM

Hey Cindy
You did not like the Fade bag? It costs about half as much. Plus they are more colorful. :biggrin2:

snap7times

January 18th, 2009, 12:43 PM

From my expirience, fade is a cheaper replica of the innova bags. I have a gorilla boy bag and it is super light and the storage room is great. Also Gorilla Boy is a sponsor for our 2009 ODDGC at Horning's Hideout so I'm looking forward to seeing what they send me for sponsorship. I plan to buy the Kong this year. I have both a Innova tournament bag and Gorilla Silverback.

topdawgy58

January 18th, 2009, 02:35 PM

Yup I was looking at the Kong and it looks like a really nice Bag with lots of room and pockets. I also love the camo pattern. :seeya: Probaly buy one when I get my taxes back.

snap7times

January 20th, 2009, 11:14 AM

I will be getting a Kong in either dark Red or green... hard to decide, waiting for the owner to get back to me about pictures so I can make a better decision on which color to get.

essjay

January 20th, 2009, 12:40 PM

I would compare two things when considering these bags - 1. the strength of the fabric (500 vs 1000) and 2. the weight of the bag when empty.

snap7times

January 21st, 2009, 09:47 PM

decided on kelly green kong bag, so excited. Gorilla Boy uses 1000, Revolution uses a mix of 1000 and 1650 denier cordura. What company uses 500?

topdawgy58

January 22nd, 2009, 08:08 AM

I need to look at in person the silverback and Kong bags before I fork over all my money. Do they sell these bags anywhere? :dancing:

snap7times

January 22nd, 2009, 09:40 AM

Gorilla Boy is a smalllllll company run by one guy basically. There are a few NW peeps who have a gorilla boy bag from their sponsorship to the 2007 National Deaf championship in Oregon. They all love it, as the review link from legorules post mentions, it is a solid LIGHT bag. I have a silverback already, it is half the weight as the innova bags, HALF! I can fit about 9-10 drivers and 3-4 mids in the main compartment of the Silverback and then 3 putters in the front using the front zipper area and putter holder. I expect the kong to be able to take on 2-3 more drivers and 2-3 more mids. But the real reason I'm getting the Kong is for road trips, can fit all the accessories in the extra space that is not filled by discs etc. Let's just say this, i Know at least 20 people with Gorilla Boy bags nationwide, not one of them has said anything bad about the bags.

Tim

January 22nd, 2009, 09:43 AM

decided on kelly green kong bag, so excited. Gorilla Boy uses 1000, Revolution uses a mix of 1000 and 1650 denier cordura. What company uses 500?

I believe the Revo Mini is 500 denier. Still tough as nuts though.

Also, a while back I did a write up comparing GB and Revo bags and posted the link on here. Here it is again though, if you want to take a gander: http://www.aadgonline.com/66/revolution-vs-gorilla-boy-the-best-bag-for-the-buck/

Eric Olson

January 22nd, 2009, 08:46 PM

Whether it's 500, 1000 or 1650 denier doesn't really matter; if it's cordura it will be strong enough regardless.

Tim's bag comparison review is definitely worth the time looking over for anyone thinking of buying a disc bag.

snap7times

January 22nd, 2009, 10:48 PM

Yeah it was an awesome article. It was great, I would love to hear what you have to say now after using those bags. I will try to add some input after using the Kong. I chose Gorilla because I have one already and love it, just want to upgrade.

cefire

January 23rd, 2009, 12:25 AM

Take a look at the Phenix bag... www.phenixdiscsports.com

I've got a bit of a conflict of interest but I think it really is the best bag out there right now. When you get the rain-x liner, by far the best when it comes to the rain... :D

snap7times

January 23rd, 2009, 04:50 PM

Heh, I always thought those bags looked a little fishy, the storage space dosent look so good however the middle storage space can be a good or bad idea. From what I understand, the line-x covers your bag and discs but is that a one peice that you can remove each time? The picture isn't clear. Maybe I should just make my own bag that would be a better fit to the northwest and get rich off yall? *dreaming*

cefire

January 23rd, 2009, 07:48 PM

You can store more discs than a revo carolina (my previous bag) but it has less space if you want to store a sweatshirt or something like you could with the revolution. Middle storage space is nice because then you can store heavy things in the center of the bag rather than having to balance weight.

The line-x is a permanent plastic coating on the bottom of the bag which makes it completely waterproof on the bottom. My revo used to suck up water when I set it down in the rain soaking everything inside and both of mine ripped on the bottom (line-x isn't going to rip :evilgrin:).

topdawgy58

January 23rd, 2009, 09:27 PM

Phenix bags do not really look that great. Nothing campred to Gorilla or Revo or even Fade. Take a look at them and be honest Dude.

BlarneyStoner

January 24th, 2009, 11:13 AM

I've got the Gorilla Boy small bag - the Squirrel Monkey, and I have nothing but good things to say about it. No room for a jacket in that one... but the construction is awesome. I would assume his bigger bags are just as tough. Quality, but not quite as spendy as Revo.

snap7times

January 27th, 2009, 10:08 PM

I got my kong bag, took pictures of it next to my old silverback bag, i can see they made some small improvements to make the bag even better overall and can someone tell me how i can post the pictures on here of both of them side by side for y'all to see?

topdawgy58

February 14th, 2009, 08:01 PM

snap7times

February 14th, 2009, 08:31 PM

i will post pictures as soon as someone tells me how the heck i post pictures on here?

Trozzle!!!

February 14th, 2009, 08:34 PM

The way I post pics is upload them to my photobucket page. There you can resize or edit the pic however you want. It gives you a IMG code for it. copy and paste that into your message on here.

snap7times

February 14th, 2009, 10:37 PM

The way I post pics is upload them to my photobucket page. There you can resize or edit the pic however you want. It gives you a IMG code for it. copy and paste that into your message on here.
http://photos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2155/110/22/51701579/n51701579_30806061_1913.jpg
http://photos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/photos-ak-snc1/v2155/110/22/51701579/n51701579_30806060_1600.jpg

Please let me know if this works, and if you want more angles... the blue is a 2007 silverback, the green is the new 2009 kong... as you can see i didnt use all the dividers provided with the kong...

topdawgy58

February 15th, 2009, 10:43 AM

Nice Bags. I am not sure which one to get. I have a Fade Crunch Box already. I just need somthing with a little more room.

snap7times

February 15th, 2009, 12:57 PM

if you are looking for just a small upgrade then i suggest the chimp or silverback. i love my kong and will write my reveiw after a few tournaments

Trozzle!!!

February 15th, 2009, 01:10 PM

LegoRules

February 16th, 2009, 09:05 AM

Im still using an used Revo Bag I picked up for $50 from Matt Crider a couple years ago. It serves its purpose well, holds about 20 discs inside and a putter pocket that can hold 2. Plus plenty of room in the side pockets for refreshments, and other needed supplies. Its far from new, but holding up well. not a single torn stitch anywhere.

I just got my Revo bag a few weeks ago, and I pretty much love everything about it. It has plenty of room for all my discs plus a cloths, snacks, and whatever I need to carry.

Good to hear how well your bag is holding up Trozz. That is one of the things that sold me on that bag was the durability.

Cindy :)

cefire

February 16th, 2009, 05:39 PM

Phenix bags do not really look that great. Nothing campred to Gorilla or Revo or even Fade. Take a look at them and be honest Dude.

I've had three Revo bags in the past 6 years!!! Phenix blew it out of the water...

Aesthetics, I'd go for the Revolution but the Phenix one is WAY more durable and rainproof - it really is no comparison. I've never had a Gorrilla or Fade so can't compare but I think Phenix is well worth a good "honest look". Playing lots of golf in the rain and snow of midwest and east coast, my Revolution frequently sucked rain in through the bottom fabric of the bag and soaked most of what was inside; also rips/tears are common after 2 years. 2 years with this bag and have had neither of these problems yet...

sk8architecture

February 24th, 2009, 12:48 PM

I have a Phenix Bag and I'll never get another. At first it seemed bulky but the extra pad sits on my back comfortablly. Honestly how it sits on my back makes the bag feel much lighter than what it is. Middle pocket is great. I got the Line-X and the thing is a tank! My favorite part is the rain fly. Pulls out of its pocket and velcros around the bag. Allows access from either side, allowning the middle pocket to stay dry. I think this bag will out last my life span. Worried about look, you can now custom color the bag. Sold!

Leftybagger

February 24th, 2009, 02:02 PM

I have a Carolina. Holds up very well in a rainforest that also received 150" of snow so far this year...

topdawgy58

February 24th, 2009, 07:19 PM

I got it for a good price used. I need a bigger bag so i could carry a camera too. I wanted a Fade comp Bag. You doen't always get what you want.
Sounds like a song. LOL :rockon:

Ted

March 31st, 2009, 06:28 PM