Looking for a good range bag...

[CAMullis]

I have been searching the web for a decent range bag. The one I am really interested in so far is a 5.11 Tactical(R). I found it on Brigade Qurtermaster website(5.11 TACTICAL® RANGE READY BAG - Brigade Quartermasters). Does this look like a good one or does anyone have any suggestions?

 

[Scutter01]

How about this one:

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/accessories_and_gear/33295-new_range_bag.html

 

[CAMullis]

Looks like a good starter bag for the price. What I liked about the 5.11 Tactical(R) was the pockets for mags. I'll probably take a look at Gander Mountain though to see what they have. Thanks for the idea.

 

[cougar_guy04]

I'd say skip the 5.11 bag, save $60 and get one of these:
MidwayUSA - MidwayUSA Competition Range Bag PVC Coated Polyester Black

From what I gather, they're darn near the same bag. Only downside is that everyone has them, so it could get confusing at a match.

 

[CAMullis]

Thanks for the reply. The description looks similar and it says it has magazine pouches. That is the biggest thing I am looking at right now. Too bad there's no pic of the bag opened.

 

[Scutter01]

From what I gather, they're darn near the same bag. Only downside is that everyone has them, so it could get confusing at a match.

That's why you have to INGO it up with an INGO morale patch with bacon clusters.

 

[slow1911s]

Buy a Dillon and forget about it.

 

[CAMullis]

slow,

any links you can send my way on Dillon for pics and specs? Which specific one do you recommend?

 

[cougar_guy04]

Thanks for the reply. The description looks similar and it says it has magazine pouches. That is the biggest thing I am looking at right now. Too bad there's no pic of the bag opened.

Closest I could get with about 10 seconds on google.
Xavier Thoughts: The MidwayUSA Compact Competition Range Bag
Midway’s Competition Range Bags – A Must For Every Shooter
Picture request: Springfield XD Range Bag - XDTalk Forums - Your HS2000/SA-XD Information Source!
Midway_Compact_Range_Bag.MOV videos from outdoors videos on webshots

Some of those are for the new "Compact" range bag, but the features seem to be the same.

 

[CAMullis]

lol. could have thought to do that myself. Anyway, it does look very similar and much easier on the wallet. I think I'm gonna put this one at the top of the list now. Thanks again cougar.

 

[jonny4523]

lol. could have thought to do that myself. Anyway, it does look very similar and much easier on the wallet. I think I'm gonna put this one at the top of the list now. Thanks again cougar.

WITHOUT QUESTION, go with the Midway bag. For the price, it is impossible to beat it. Here's some pictures of mine that I posted a while for some other people to check out.

This last picture is of a little mini range bag that comes with it.

 

[CAMullis]

Pretty nice for $40. I', definitely going with this bag. How long has this one lasted for you? Pretty durable?

 

[jonny4523]

Umm.... I've had it for about 2 years now. I constantly load it up with a million pounds of lead for normal range visits and for major matches. I haven't noticed any wear on it yet. In all honesty, my biggest issue with it is that I sometimes have a tendency to put TOO MUCH in it and then it hurts my bag carrying it all day during a big match.

 

[slow1911s]

slow,

any links you can send my way on Dillon for pics and specs? Which specific one do you recommend?

Dillon Precision: Reloaders, Reloading Equipment, Bullet Reloading, Bullet Reloaders

I've got over 9 years on my bag and the only thing wrong with it is that it is dirty. Just like the rest of Dillon's gear - it's bullet proof.

The one thing I do not like about large range bags is that I, and I think most people, tend to overload them. If there is empty space, people seem compelled to fill it. The Dillon bag really is just big enough to carry what you need.

To me, the real test of a range bag is if it can help you manage your gear for a 3-gun match. My Dillon bag will hold two 100 rd 40 S&@ ammo boxes, three 25 rd boxes of bird shot, 3-4 boxes of slugs, five 20 rd boxes of AR ammo, plus the pistol and four mags, four 30 rd rifle mags, ear protection, lubes and tools.

 

[IndyGunworks]

I can vouch for the midway bags as well.... probably the best rang back i have ever used.... i have two... my dad has one and my shooting buddy has one.... have NEVER heard even one complaint

 

[redneckmedic]

I can vouch for the midway bags as well....

 

[esrice]

Mullis here are a couple links that have basically the same recommendations.

I have the Midway bag and LOVE IT. Definitely can't be beat for $40.

In one of those links another member compares the Midway bag to the 5.11. He basically surmises that the 5.11 is the exact same thing with some nicer looking hardware.

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/accessories_and_ammunition/5416-new_range_bag.html

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/accessories_and_ammunition/7044-low_cost_range_bag.html

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[IndyGunworks]

Just read these posts and see how many of us are raving about the midway bag? no log onto midway and read the reviews on there.... i dont think i have heard hardly a bad word about that bag.

 

[cougar_guy04]

The one thing I do not like about large range bags is that I, and I think most people, tend to overload them. If there is empty space, people seem compelled to fill it. The Dillon bag really is just big enough to carry what you need.

This has been one thing that's kept me from getting a bigger range bag. For matches, I've been pondering building/modifying a war-wagon of sorts. Even lugging my small bag, required accouterments, and a cooler at the summer matches down here can be a PITA.

 

[Litlratt]

The Midway bag can't be beat for that kind of money. I'm not sure that it can be beat for more.