veatch Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 OK, so I've used the same leather bag to carry my cables and stands, power adapter, whatever since about 1981. (no, seriously. Since 1981.) I think it's a bowling ball bag, one big enough for two balls. (and if you read this post for no other reason than that last comment...) The zipper is broken, and it's beat to crap, but I've really had no desire to replace it. Besides, the sax player in the band likes to make fun of it. And I didn't want to take that away from him... Anyways... I'm thinking about what to get to replace it. Maybe. What do you use? Any Gator / SKB / whatever bags worth a look?
hamerhead Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 I used to be in love with the Gator stuff, but the zippers have crapped out on everything that's seen any real use. Good cases, shitty zippers. For the money they should be better.
RobB Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 I've had good luck with the Mono brand. They have a lot of features for the money, but they are on the higher-price scale of gig bags. I have an electric and acoustic version. They have an interior neck-support with a velcro strap that locks the neck in place. Plenty of pockets for tools, strings, cables, etc. I added the, "Tick", accessory bag. It is the perfect size for the Yamaha THD5 amp. I always use the Mono bag if I need to travel with an electric. They are compact enough to fit in airline overhead compartments, or you can ask nicely and the stewards will almost always let you hang them in the coat closet. There are many comparable (and cheaper) brands, but I like Mono. My guitars do, too.
shankyboy Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 Unfortunately, the best gig bag ever, by Incase, is no longer offered. I have heard good things about the Mono bag but I have not seen one in person.
veatch Posted July 31, 2018 Author Posted July 31, 2018 Thanks, guys. BTW - not looking for something to hold the guitar - just the cables, stands, and odds and ends.
veatch Posted July 31, 2018 Author Posted July 31, 2018 By the way - this is the bag in question. It's got style written all over it...
BoogieMKIIA Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 Redoxx luggage/bags. Great zippers and lifetime warranty. Made in th USA. www.redoxx.com Check out the Aviator bags
killerteddybear Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 7 hours ago, veatch said: OK, so I've used the same leather bag to carry my cables and stands, power adapter, whatever since about 1981. (no, seriously. Since 1981.) I think it's a bowling ball bag, one big enough for two balls. (and if you read this post for no other reason than that last comment...) The zipper is broken, and it's beat to crap, but I've really had no desire to replace it. Besides, the sax player in the band likes to make fun of it. And I didn't want to take that away from him... Anyways... I'm thinking about what to get to replace it. Maybe. What do you use? Any Gator / SKB / whatever bags worth a look? Find someone to replace the zipper. I'm assuming both handles are good? Or find another bag like it. (Craigslist.) You can't find style like that anymore...
bubs_42 Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 Get you a Tool Bag from your local hardware store, they are made heavy duty with good zippers. I have two craftsman bags that I use, one small one at the rehearsal space and my bigger one for chords, cables, accessory's, maintenance tools. Believe it or not, @hamerhead didn't come up in my search. https://www.menards.com/main/search.html?search=Tool+Bag
sixesandsevens Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 As an aside, Mono has smaller bags, backpacks, and other stuff as well. Backpacks: https://monocreators.com/collections/backpacks Tick add on: https://monocreators.com/search?q=tick (this one attaches to their guitar bags and lets you hold even more stuff) I highly recommend their gear. My mono gig bag is my favorite guitar case by far. Sadly, it's not shaped to fit my Shishkov Ultimate.
duncans Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 6 hours ago, killerteddybear said: Find someone to replace the zipper. I'm assuming both handles are good? Or find another bag like it. (Craigslist.) You can't find style like that anymore... Shoe repair shops, makers of custom boat covers, leather workers, seamstress' should be able to replace the zipper. It's a cool bag. I'd get it fixed.
tomteriffic Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 I can't recommend a specific brand but I found what was marketed as a gym duffle bag that gets it done. Smaller than a regular duffle, maybe 2' to 2 1/2' long, end pockets and a decent strap. Carries a ton o' crap and seems to stand up to it OK. I don't remember where I got it, but athletic stores/departments maybe? I have a smaller one for Pasty White Folksinger gigs, but for band stuff, this gets it.
hamerhead Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 5 hours ago, bubs_42 said: Get you a Tool Bag from your local hardware store, they are made heavy duty with good zippers. I have two craftsman bags that I use, one small one at the rehearsal space and my bigger one for chords, cables, accessory's, maintenance tools. Believe it or not, @hamerhead didn't come up in my search. https://www.menards.com/main/search.html?search=Tool+Bag I was going to compliment you on your first good idea in 20 years........
Bloozguy Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 1 hour ago, duncans said: Shoe repair shops, makers of custom boat covers, leather workers, seamstress' should be able to replace the zipper. It's a cool bag. I'd get it fixed. This^^^^^^^
Hbom Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 4 hours ago, sixesandsevens said: My mono gig bag is my favorite guitar case by far. Sadly, it's not shaped to fit my Shishkov Ultimate. Must be time for another call to The Shishkov Store.
hamerhead Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 Does anybody make a saddlebag-type bag that fits over/around the handle of a guitar case? Now there's your million dollar idea.
bubs_42 Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 18 minutes ago, hamerhead said: Does anybody make a saddlebag-type bag that fits over/around the handle of a guitar case? Now there's your million dollar idea. The only thing close that I recall seeing was the Nano Pedal Board bag attached like that. I'd say that is a pretty darn good idea.
Devnor Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 I've been looking at gun/ammo bags at Cabelas to replace my worn out gym bag. Lots of handy little compartments. Haven't pulled the trigger, yet.
G Man Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 The original bowling ball bag you have is not replaceable. I agree with the others, get a new heavy duty zipper sewn in and keep on rocking that bad boy.
veatch Posted July 31, 2018 Author Posted July 31, 2018 I have no idea how many gigs that bag has been to... Yeah, I like the repair idea. Though, not having a zipper has really not been too big of a deal.
hamerhead Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 We're 20 posts in and nobody's mentioned duct tape. Jeezus we're really slipping.
a.bandini Posted July 31, 2018 Posted July 31, 2018 Try a military aviator's helmet bag.* Here's an example: https://www.armynavyoutdoors.com/pilots-helmet-bag/?sku=56-15. They wear like iron. *If you don't replace the zipper on that cooler bag you already have.
rugby1970 Posted August 1, 2018 Posted August 1, 2018 I swear by the Mono products but your bag has class. Do not give in to the fashionistas! Repair that fine, fine piece of aged, tanned, leather goodness.
scottcald Posted August 1, 2018 Posted August 1, 2018 I agree with the folks saying repair it. It'll last a long time still. The zipper failed, not the bag.
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