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11-17-06, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by 12XU
For a few seconds I thought that was a cleverly detailed backpack and the cabinet that it's sitting on was part of the design..
11-17-06, 07:29 PM
#352
Dismount Run Remount etc.
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Originally Posted by el twe
I thought that since he posted it.
11-20-06, 05:08 PM
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who knows what those people are thinking, tucked all the way down there...
but here's the new bag, I just don't know how I'm gonna get it home.
their designs are water-resistant now btw
but here's the new bag, I just don't know how I'm gonna get it home.
their designs are water-resistant now btw
11-20-06, 05:54 PM
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So so sick. Too bad that's far too slick of a photoshop for them to possibly use. Maybe if it had MS Paint scribbles all over it...
11-20-06, 06:09 PM
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Got my reload in today!
Outsides.
How much it can hold (there's a Roland MC303, Korg ER1 and EA1, Roland MS20 sampler, a Mackie 1202VLZ mixer, my shimano shoes (size 11.5), some Vans (size 12), and I still have room for stuff on top of that, or if I wanted to cram more.
How big it is. For the record, I'm 6' tall and around 170-180? And yes I did just get my hair cut yesterday.
Overall I'm really impressed, although I'm still trying to figure out how to use the strap adjustment most efficiently, the pad needs to be broken in, and the liner is still really stiff, but I like it tons. Anyone wanna see my old faithful courierware that's 10 years old? Or better yet, buy it because it's pre broken in?
Outsides.
How much it can hold (there's a Roland MC303, Korg ER1 and EA1, Roland MS20 sampler, a Mackie 1202VLZ mixer, my shimano shoes (size 11.5), some Vans (size 12), and I still have room for stuff on top of that, or if I wanted to cram more.
How big it is. For the record, I'm 6' tall and around 170-180? And yes I did just get my hair cut yesterday.
Overall I'm really impressed, although I'm still trying to figure out how to use the strap adjustment most efficiently, the pad needs to be broken in, and the liner is still really stiff, but I like it tons. Anyone wanna see my old faithful courierware that's 10 years old? Or better yet, buy it because it's pre broken in?
11-20-06, 06:25 PM
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Originally Posted by 1fluffhead
Where those pics taken at the National Arboretum? I love that place, the Bonsai tree exhibit is off the hook.
Best unsung spot in the DC area.
11-20-06, 06:44 PM
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Originally Posted by octopus magic
although I'm still trying to figure out how to use the strap adjustment most efficiently
11-20-06, 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by octopus magic
Got my reload in today!
....
Overall I'm really impressed, although I'm still trying to figure out how to use the strap adjustment most efficiently, the pad needs to be broken in, and the liner is still really stiff, but I like it tons. Anyone wanna see my old faithful courierware that's 10 years old? Or better yet, buy it because it's pre broken in?
....
Overall I'm really impressed, although I'm still trying to figure out how to use the strap adjustment most efficiently, the pad needs to be broken in, and the liner is still really stiff, but I like it tons. Anyone wanna see my old faithful courierware that's 10 years old? Or better yet, buy it because it's pre broken in?
11-20-06, 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by br995
Love the image; color scheme isn't my thing, but it's not my bag. Perhaps this is taboo, but what did it end up running you?
Price was around 230.
11-21-06, 09:51 AM
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Update: Had a run in with a ped, hit hard, and one of the compression strap adjusters broke. Yeah, I wrecked, but this is not boding well for the durability of the plastic in the snaps.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
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11-21-06, 12:34 PM
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Plastic buckles never hold up well to pressure. Great for all weather conditions, but strong? Not so much.
11-28-06, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by octopus magic
Update: Had a run in with a ped, hit hard, and one of the compression strap adjusters broke. Yeah, I wrecked, but this is not boding well for the durability of the plastic in the snaps.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
11-28-06, 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by octopus magic
Got my reload in today!
11-28-06, 05:13 PM
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Originally Posted by octopus magic
Update: Had a run in with a ped, hit hard, and one of the compression strap adjusters broke. Yeah, I wrecked, but this is not boding well for the durability of the plastic in the snaps.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
I expect a short life out of the compression straps, as well as the stabilizer strap.
I'm becoming less impressed, and more worried about the rest of the plastic as far life goes, considering how long the FASTEX brand snaps lasted on my other bag.
12-04-06, 10:32 AM
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LF for the accentdeprived
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Got my Bagaboo this weekend so here are some pics:
It looks like I'm liking the U-lock holster very much (Thanks for the sticker, Cole!). Also, good solution for the removable strap fitting with the carabiner. Earlier Bagaboos were a bit worse IIRC. You can also see the clip for the loose end of the main strap there. Good idea, bad end result. It's too loose so the strap falls out. I'll probably fix it w/ duct tape or innertube.
I love the look of the seatbelt strap w/ the big pad and the buckles. Industrial. The huge loosener thingie works like a charm.
Thinking of painting on some design or another w/ sparay paint and a stencil. Probably "I [cog] Bp". What paint was the one that works on bags again? Recommend brands and colours pls.
I'm sorta pissed Tamás didn't make the pad of the exra strap with orange ___ (WTF is that called?). The strap is also a bit too short. Maybe I'll pester him to make a new one. Otherwise, I'm a happy puppy.
BTW, it's medium sized and its huge for a non-messenger (occasional messenger).
It looks like I'm liking the U-lock holster very much (Thanks for the sticker, Cole!). Also, good solution for the removable strap fitting with the carabiner. Earlier Bagaboos were a bit worse IIRC. You can also see the clip for the loose end of the main strap there. Good idea, bad end result. It's too loose so the strap falls out. I'll probably fix it w/ duct tape or innertube.
I love the look of the seatbelt strap w/ the big pad and the buckles. Industrial. The huge loosener thingie works like a charm.
Thinking of painting on some design or another w/ sparay paint and a stencil. Probably "I [cog] Bp". What paint was the one that works on bags again? Recommend brands and colours pls.
I'm sorta pissed Tamás didn't make the pad of the exra strap with orange ___ (WTF is that called?). The strap is also a bit too short. Maybe I'll pester him to make a new one. Otherwise, I'm a happy puppy.
BTW, it's medium sized and its huge for a non-messenger (occasional messenger).
12-04-06, 10:34 AM
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Originally Posted by LóFarkas
I'm sorta pissed Tamás didn't make the pad of the exra strap with orange ___ (WTF is that called?).
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12-04-06, 03:30 PM
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RIP Shiznaz.
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Come again?
Edit: Oh yea. Thanks for not being stupid like myself Robb. Got it from a lady in Seattle.
Edit: Oh yea. Thanks for not being stupid like myself Robb. Got it from a lady in Seattle.
12-04-06, 03:33 PM
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i was just asking if bedlam made your bag. it looks like the one on their home page
i was asking because someone was inquiring about bedlam bags in this thread
i have no idea what robbstory's saying (made by some lady? cause bedlam bags are)
i was asking because someone was inquiring about bedlam bags in this thread
i have no idea what robbstory's saying (made by some lady? cause bedlam bags are)
12-04-06, 03:35 PM
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Oh ****. Yea. I guess they did haha. Thats awesome. I got my bag off Ebay from a nice lady, and told Robb that was where I got the bag. Had no idea it was from Bedlam. Thanks for knowing man... now I can order another one from them because it is a ****ing great bag.
12-04-06, 03:37 PM
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yeah, i see the girl who (i think) makes them around at alleycats and such. she seems cool, and must get good feedback on her bags because a lot of couriers seem to wear them.
edit: don't be so hard on yourselves! i'd have no idea who they were either if they werent local.
edit: don't be so hard on yourselves! i'd have no idea who they were either if they werent local.
12-04-06, 03:40 PM
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Oh yea. Forgot to say that Robb is saying "from some lady" because that is what I said. I am an idiot, and don't know how to speak proper english.
12-04-06, 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by pixel
HOLD ON A SECOND! Isn't that the cover art from Plague Soundscapes on your wall?
Justin Pearson likes it.
https://www.syntheticpawn.com/junk/ap.../junk/done.jpg