i need a new bag

[Cerrgurry]

Originally Posted by snap7times

It would cost too much to make a disc golf specific stroller/jogger especially when it is cheaper to just pick up used joggers anywhere and modify them based on what you want out of it.

As for backpacks for disc golf; The simian is the best... and they just revamped the design big time...

I am not too sure if the Simian is right for a smaller frame. I feel if the normal quadshocks dont fit well then the simian will never ride correctly.

I agree though the simian may be the best backpack on the market but the silverback still is my baby.

[Cerrgurry]

Originally Posted by emmarose

help me out here, amigos y amigas...

... i super need a new bag as i am plagued by back issues...

... the quad shox do not fit my torso, which is super short, and therefore my bag hangs down to my butt and gives me spasms (also it gets my butt wet, which is cold enough as it is, and it looks funny to have wet patches on my booty)... i am in love with the grip eq bag, but it won't come out til september and i need something before then...

advice, please & thank you!!!

I know of at least one player that uses a set up like this. He finds them more adjustable, durable, and comfortable than quads and for about 1/2 the price. For the record he has a smaller frame.
Just my measly idea...perhaps a trip to a hardware store and try some on?

-kris

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Cerrgurry

I know of at least one player that uses a set up like this. He finds them more adjustable, durable, and comfortable than quads and for about 1/2 the price. For the record he has a smaller frame.
Just my measly idea...perhaps a trip to a hardware store and try some on?

-kris

very cool. thank you, kris... appreciate the input, too on the simian... right now i'm lookin' at the revo bag melo rocks (thanks eric for the photo on that one, too)...

i really appreciate everyone's input and obvious care and concern for my spasms and wet butt...

[snap7times]

Originally Posted by Cerrgurry

I am not too sure if the Simian is right for a smaller frame. I feel if the normal quadshocks dont fit well then the simian will never ride correctly.

I agree though the simian may be the best backpack on the market but the silverback still is my baby.

I have quadshocks on my simian and they fit just fine with no known issues... where did you hear of quadshocks having issues fitting into the simian? will be posting a video on my simian soon...
I had the Kong, still have the silverback and spider monkey...

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by snap7times

I have quadshocks on my simian and they fit just fine with no known issues... where did you hear of quadshocks having issues fitting into the simian? will be posting a video on my simian soon...
I had the Kong, still have the silverback and spider monkey...

not that they don't fit the simian, but that if the quadshox dont fit me, then the simian probably won't fit me either... (remember... this thread is about me, not you )

hehehe.

[Tim]

Originally Posted by snap7times

I have quadshocks on my simian and they fit just fine with no known issues... where did you hear of quadshocks having issues fitting into the simian? will be posting a video on my simian soon...
I had the Kong, still have the silverback and spider monkey...

I had issues with quads fitting into my Sim, but that was on the first run. They fit on fine, but you had to be careful about the way you put the bag on to keep them straight. Trying to carry the bag on one shoulder was next to impossible--the "yolk" part of the quads would slip through the connection point on the bag, so the bag would flip sideways and you'd have a Skittles party before you knew it. I know the connection point has been improved in subsequent versions though.

I did some research, and the newly revised design does indeed look like a lot of improvements have been made. I definitely like what he's done.






Em, the way the quads hook up to the Simian is completely different than how they hook up on a regular bag. I'd be willing to bet they'd fit you just fine, but it looks like he's improved his strap design so you likely wouldn't need quads anyway.

[Cerrgurry]

Originally Posted by snap7times

I have quadshocks on my simian and they fit just fine with no known issues... where did you hear of quadshocks having issues fitting into the simian? will be posting a video on my simian soon...
I had the Kong, still have the silverback and spider monkey...

I original issues were that normal quads were too big for Emma Rose and hence did not fit her well. I have a big frame and quads work great with the simian.
My comment was merely stating that a small frame may still encounter issues with comfort and ride using normal quads.

Sorry for the misunderstanding
-kris

[Skookum]

I have tried the new Gen2 GB Simian on and the extra wide straps keep the bag high and tight. If you back pack much you will know that the closer to your body the better so your lower back doesn't have to compensate for the weight behind you.

I have owned a Revo Duel Pack for two years and it is closer to a book bag it's comfy enough when it's light but get it loaded up with water and all your tourney gear and it does sag down on your back and lets face it your not going to be using the waist strap to help support it.

The Simian on the other hand feels more like my 5500cu backpack, the wide straps hug close to your back and weight doesn't seem to affect how it rides. Throw the stool in the mix so you are sitting whenever possible (resting your back) and its hard to beat.

It's only $50 more for the Simian and when you consider the impact a bag can have on the HOURS of disc golf you plan to play this summer I find it hard to justify not spending the extra $$. This is when comparing Dual Pack to the GB Simian if your looking to go less than a hundred than thats a whole different story.

Bottom line if you can find someone with a Gen 2 Simian beg them to let you try it on. I think you and I are signed up for many of the same upcoming tourneys so If no one lets you try one on I will let try mine(If I get it by then)

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Cerrgurry

I original issues were that normal quads were too big for Emma Rose and hence did not fit her well. I have a big frame and quads work great with the simian.
My comment was merely stating that a small frame may still encounter issues with comfort and ride using normal quads.

Sorry for the misunderstanding
-kris

don't worry, kris... i understood you... and as i keep pointing out: all about me here, folks... all about me and my shortie torso...

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Skookum

Bottom line if you can find someone with a Gen 2 Simian beg them to let you try it on. I think you and I are signed up for many of the same upcoming tourneys so If no one lets you try one on I will let try mine(If I get it by then)

cool, thanks, morgan. i was able to try on a grip eq bag... and fell in love... but i can't wait until september... don't want to throw down the big $$ unless i'm sure it's gonna work out for me... but am more than happy to throw down for the perfect bag

[Darr]

Originally Posted by emmarose

cool, thanks, morgan. i was able to try on a grip eq bag... and fell in love... but i can't wait until september... don't want to throw down the big $$ unless i'm sure it's gonna work out for me... but am more than happy to throw down for the perfect bag

How many discs in your bag including putters?

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Darr

How many discs in your bag including putters?

i think 16.

[Cajun]

Originally Posted by emmarose

... and as i keep pointing out: all about me here, folks... all about me and my shortie torso...

In that case I recommend a Gucci/Prada/Burberry Bag with matching heeled trail runner.

[snap7times]

Originally Posted by emmarose

not that they don't fit the simian, but that if the quadshox dont fit me, then the simian probably won't fit me either... (remember... this thread is about me, not you )

hehehe.

I was directing my question to cerrgurry. My quads stay in place just perfect on the simian. But Tim is right, the quads or the stock strap on the simian ride completely different than regular bag hook ups, which are way low. THis is one of the main reasons I switched to the backpack style, other than the chair, because the bag would ride low and hit my butt and just cause all kids of back issues for me.
Obviously you can see that on the pictures of the new simian that the straps are at a different location. I am making a video on my bag contents etc to be released soon.
As for Emma, any backpack design will probably work for you, but it is up to you to try them all out to see which one you like the best. The simian is probably the biggest in height. There are plenty of simian and revo players to help you sample their bags. We all will probably be curious on what your reviews of the other backpack bags are...

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by Cajun

In that case I recommend a Gucci/Prada/Buerberry Bag with matching heeled trail runner.

you, sir, have offended my hillbilly sensibilities.



p.s. you spelled burberry wrong

[ChUcK]

Emma, I had the same issues with the quads, and I fixed it by removing the carabiners, D-rings, and all from the back straps. Then I just threaded the black strap material of the quads through the D-rings on my bag, adjusted to as high as it will go. The only issue is that the straps have to rotate 90 degrees for attachment, but it didn't affect my comfort level any.

If your bag is capable of this, I recommend it as a solution until you get a different setup. If it isn't capable, it wouldn't take too long to sew a couple of D-rings to your bag.

[emmarose]

thank you for the info, chuck. will do this tonight!!! should hold me over until i can make the big investment in a new bag...

[DMajor]

Off subject but...

I got a combination backpack/carryon luggage roller as a free gift from work the other day. I haven't tried it yet, but I think I could fit two of the revo backpack plastic frames one on top of the other in there. A couple dozen discs, plus a built in pullcart that can be easily slid away and converted into a somewhat comfortable back pack, might make me retire my revo bag.

If I get inspired, I'll try to build an internal frame sturdy enough to sit on like the simian, and a lift for some bigger tires.

I'll post a few pictures when/if it's functional.

To bring it back to the subject...

Emma, I'll sell you the finished product for $500 dollars (75% forum disccount included)

[Hayduke]

The straps that I use came from an army surplus store. They are stiff- have no bouncy give, and are fairly short so my carolina bag (with straps fully extended) sits above my arse. I find these straps way more comfortable than my dga gel straps and they are about 35 dollars cheaper. Could be worth a 5 dollar experiment.

Originally Posted by DMajor

Off subject but...

I got a combination backpack/carryon luggage roller as a free gift from work the other day. I haven't tried it yet, but I think I could fit two of the revo backpack plastic frames one on top of the other in there. A couple dozen discs, plus a built in pullcart that can be easily slid away and converted into a somewhat comfortable back pack, might make me retire my revo bag.

If I get inspired, I'll try to build an internal frame sturdy enough to sit on like the simian, and a lift for some bigger tires.

I'll post a few pictures when/if it's functional.

To bring it back to the subject...

Emma, I'll sell you the finished product for $500 dollars (75% forum disccount included)

[emmarose]

Originally Posted by DMajor

Off subject but...

I got a combination backpack/carryon luggage roller as a free gift from work the other day. I haven't tried it yet, but I think I could fit two of the revo backpack plastic frames one on top of the other in there. A couple dozen discs, plus a built in pullcart that can be easily slid away and converted into a somewhat comfortable back pack, might make me retire my revo bag.

If I get inspired, I'll try to build an internal frame sturdy enough to sit on like the simian, and a lift for some bigger tires.

I'll post a few pictures when/if it's functional.

To bring it back to the subject...

Emma, I'll sell you the finished product for $500 dollars (75% forum disccount included)

...hmmm... will it come in burberry plaid?